Garden City Travel Guide
Roanoke
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Popular places to visit
Center in the Square
Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit 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.
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.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Garden City
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
More thorough cleaning and addition of a hot continental breakfast foods would make a significant difference in ratings. Staff is nice. Access to laundry service is great.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Right of the interstate, pet friendly and good amenities
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Needed to get a break and get off the dark road during my trip. I pulled in and between the few hotels all together, Baymont was the most affordable so, as a frugal traveler, I made a reservation while sitting in the parking lot. Plenty of parking and brightly lit. This is important to woman traveling ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
Hotel is under renovation. Check in desk was 2 tables side by side with exposed wiring. Floor removal going on in Lobby. Concrete dust in the air. Breakfast served in a converted meeting room If there was a "under renovation" warning under description I missed it. I have stayed st Quality Inns in ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Good.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
The rooms were wonderful and very clean. We will be back!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Garden City
Mill Mountain
While visiting Mill Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Mountain Park and Mill Mountain Star.
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.
Riverland/Walnut Hill
While Riverland/Walnut Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Zoo.
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.
Morningside
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Morningside and surrounding area, you can visit Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park.
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.
