Downtown Roanoke Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Roanoke
Popular places to visit
Center in the Square
Find out about the history of Roanoke when you take a trip to Center in the Square. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Transportation during your travels in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Taubman Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taubman Museum of Art in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Mill Mountain Star
Visit this iconic mountaintop landmark and admire panoramic views over the city of Roanoke. Look up at the symbol from the city at night when it shines bright.
Mill Mountain Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mill Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Roanoke. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
St. Andrews Catholic Church
After visiting St. Andrews Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
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Our pick of the best Downtown Roanoke Hotel Deals
The Liberty Trust
Nice stay
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
Wonderful
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Fire Station One Boutique Hotel
Everything stood out! The room was beautiful with high ceilings and gorgeous decor. The concept of the store below was great! We enjoyed a few cocktails from the bar in the store. Location was great to restaurants. Staff was friendly and helpful. Will stay again!!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
I ended up staying three nights at this hotel and I've also stayed in the past. It is ALWAYS clean and the staff ALWAYS pleasant. I work away from home often and I wish every hotel could be as nice as this one, and that includes much pricier hotels.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Our stay was great! The ladies checking us in were knowledgeable and welcoming. The parking lot was well lit. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and quiet. The temperature of the room was perfect. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
I stay at La Quinta a lot because of their friendly pet policy. This was one of the cleanest and well maintained locations I’ve stayed at. Well staffed and very efficient.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Roanoke
Gainsboro
While there might not be top attractions in Gainsboro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Berglund Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Belmont
Belmont might not have many top sights, but Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
