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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.
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.
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
If Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Roanoke.
Things to do
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
Top hotels in Old Southwest
Family Friendly 2-Bed Home, Pet Friendly
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
The Liberty Trust
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Motel 6 Salem, VA
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest
Downtown Roanoke
If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Virginia Museum of Transportation are top sights worth seeing.
Hurt Park
While Hurt Park isn't home to many top sights, Virginia Museum of Transportation and Center in the Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Melrose-Rugby
While Melrose-Rugby may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Valley View Mall and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Shenandoah West
Though Shenandoah West may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valley View Mall and The River Rock.
Grandin Court
Grandin Court might not have many top sights, but Tanglewood Mall and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
