Franklin-Colonial Travel Guide
Roanoke
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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.
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 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 Franklin-Colonial
Quality Inn Tanglewood
No complaints from me.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Colony House Motor Lodge
Adorable! Really well done with the updates and very clean and comfy. Definitely would stay here again!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Totally a good place to stay.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
avid hotel Salem by IHG
We have been staying here for 4 years. It’s clean, everyone is nice. Breakfast is simple, but good. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Liberty Trust
Great all around
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Limited breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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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 The River Rock.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock 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 Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
