South Roanoke 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.
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.
River's Edge Sports Complex
You can take time to visit River's Edge Sports Complex during your travels to Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
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Top hotels in South Roanoke
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
King suite was spacious, clean, well-lit, and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
Salem Va La Quinta was the best one we have been in, great service, clean, great breakfast and friendly!
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Nice hotel. Perfect for price and location. Very efficient!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Liberty Trust
Clean room and lovely amenities!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Staff very kind and helpful (Aaliyah). Room was simple, clean and comfortable. I would definitely stat there again.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Roanoke Hollins
Waypoint on 2 day drive to Nashville. Always look to book TRU for comfort clean properties and friendly accommodations
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Roanoke
Franklin-Colonial
While Franklin-Colonial may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tanglewood Mall and River's Edge Sports Complex.
Mill Mountain
While visiting Mill Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
