Old Southwest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Center in the Square

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.

Center in the Square
Mill Mountain Star showing outdoor art

Mill Mountain Star

5/5(1 review)

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 Star
Virginia Museum of Transportation

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.

Virginia Museum of Transportation
Taubman Museum of Art

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.

Taubman Museum of Art
St. Andrews Catholic Church

St. Andrews Catholic Church

Find out about the history of Roanoke when you spend time at St. Andrews Catholic Church. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

St. Andrews Catholic Church
Mill Mountain Park

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.

Mill Mountain Park

Activities

All smiles.

Downtown Roanoke Food, History & Cultural Tour

AU$125
per adult
Downtown Roanoke Food, History & Cultural Tour
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke

3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke

AU$175
per adult
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Mountain Bike Tour from The Roanoke Star

Mountain Bike Tour from The Roanoke Star

AU$224
per adult
Mountain Bike Tour from The Roanoke Star
See all activities in Roanoke

Our pick of the best Old Southwest Hotel Deals

Downtown Roanoke
Downtown Roanoke
Roanoke
Stay at this vacation home in Roanoke. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
Loved it
"We loved the house. It’s near downtown so close to everything. Great coffee selection to use with the Keurig. We use to live a few streets over in the same neighborhood, so it was nice to be back in our old stomping grounds. Great price for what you get!"

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Get rates
Downtown Roanoke
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
3 out of 5
7860 Plantation Rd, Roanoke, VA
The price is AU$159 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,705 reviews)
"Right off 81 and easy to get to most places. Rough nonslip in bottom of tubs rough on feet. Otherwise, great stay."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
The Liberty Trust
The Liberty Trust
4 out of 5
101 S Jefferson St, Roanoke VA 24011, Roanoke, VA
The price is AU$317 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
"Good, a few restaurants there."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

The Liberty Trust
Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
3 out of 5
5040 Valley View Blvd North, Roanoke, VA
The price is AU$169 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Always a great stay
"Nice, quiet, clean and great location."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
2.5 out of 5
140 Sheraton Dr, Salem, VA
The price is AU$153 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,110 reviews)
"Besides the fire alarm randomly going off during my stay, great place for the pricing!"

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton 
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton 
4 out of 5
110 Shenandoah Ave Ne, Roanoke, VA
The price is AU$336 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$336
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews)
"A stunningly beautiful grand hotel that was restored from his original stateliness in the 1800s."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton 
See all 429 properties in Old Southwest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest

Roanoke showing interior views

Downtown Roanoke

If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Taubman Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Roanoke

Old Southwest Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: