Downtown Roanoke Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Roanoke
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.
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 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.
Jefferson Center
You can enjoy a show at Jefferson Center during your trip to Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
3-Hour Guided Mountain Biking in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Our pick of the best Downtown Roanoke Hotel Deals
The Liberty Trust
enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
Nice clean hotel in nice area. Walkable to many places. Stuff was friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Fire Station One Boutique Hotel
very very nice
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
The staff did an excellent job at keeping the hot coffee coming.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Clean place and friendly staff. Priced appropriately except limited breakfast.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
I had to check in quite late, and the front desk was so kind and welcoming. A great stay!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Roanoke
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Virginia Museum of Transportation and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gilmer
When in Gilmer, you can plan a visit to Virginia Museum of Transportation and Jefferson Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but The River Rock and Shaftman Performance Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but The River Rock and Shaftman Performance Hall 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.
Loudon-Melrose
While there might not be top attractions in Loudon-Melrose, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Virginia Museum of Transportation and Valley View Mall.
