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
Great all around
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
The front desk staff was excellent. Kendra contacted us upon checking in and also checked in the next day. The hotel is in an excellent downtown location.
Reviewed on 20 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
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
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Limited breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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.
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.
