Franklin-Colonial Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Franklin-Colonial
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
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Our pick of the best Franklin-Colonial Hotel Deals
Quality Inn Tanglewood
Nothing to note. No complaints.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Colony House Motor Lodge
Colony House Motor Lodge was a pleasure to stay in. Very clean and comfortable. I heard they just finished renovating the whole place - it has a retro vibe and the workmanship is excellent. From design to finishes you can tell they didn't cut corners. It's top quality. I highly recommend.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
The staff was so sweet and personable! We were very comfortable in our room and everything was clean which is very important to us! There was a small variety for breakfast and we were able to find something we both liked!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Bed was comfortable and location to the airport was good.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Liberty Trust
pefect
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was delightful, the bed was very comfortable, check-in was a breeze
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Franklin-Colonial
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.
Greater Raleigh Court
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greater Raleigh Court and surrounding area, you can visit Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
