Downtown Roanoke Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Downtown Roanoke
The Liberty Trust
Always a favorite when passing through the area. Their cocktails were excellent.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
Clean room, super friendly staff!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Fire Station One Boutique Hotel
The room was immaculate, and I loved how the staff was patient and at the ready for whatever questions I had! They took such good care of us!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Clean rooms and great breakfast
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Roanoke Hollins
Check in was quick and my room was clean. This hotel has an impressive gym and a pool table in the lobby. Complimentary coffee and tea is nice too. Especially after driving all day.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Two things that could be improved, 1 a microwave in the room or at least accessible and the hot tub and pool should be enclosed. The hot tub was not even warm, much less hot. It seems they spent a lot of money cattering to conventions while neglecting couples, families and children. We didn't see ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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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 The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
