Irene & Axle
Things To Do
Blue Ridge Parkway
"The Parkway offers 460 miles of picturesque travel across Virginia and North Carolina. Ranging in elevations from 600 to 6,000 feet, the road encompasses a variety of ever changing weather conditions, regardless of the season. The Parkway was designed as a scenic leisure road for motor vehicles so bikers should use caution and be prepared for significant distances between developed areas and services that may vary by season. Parkway maps are available at the Bedford Welcome Center the Peaks of Otter Visitor Center or visit www.nps.gov/blri" - https://visitbedford.com/what-to-do/top-attractions/
Bedford Main Street – Historic Centertown Bedford
"Visit the heart of Bedford with shops featuring antiques, art, jewelry, gifts, collectibles, and more! Restaurants offering American and international cuisine are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Explore the National Historic District while staying at one of several Bed & Breakfasts. Points of interest include the Bedford City/County Museum, Historic Avenue, Farmers Market, Historic Meeting House, and the Wharton House and Gardens. Walking Tour and Visitors Guide available." - https://visitbedford.com/what-to-do/top-attractions/
Peaks of Otter Winery
"Peaks of Otter Winery’s mission is to be good stewards of the land, the fruit, the community, and the consumer. To produce wines that are pleasant and fun to make, taste, sell, and drink. To make all who come feel special, valued, appreciated and a part of this family farm." - https://www.peaksofotterwinery.com/
Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen and Brewery
"We serve our flagship and seasonal beers, plus unique, locally focused beers brewed on our pilot system and from our other taprooms. With over 12 taps – including cider and craft sodas brewed in house – there is sure to be something on tap for all craft beer fans." - https://threenotchdbrewing.com/roanoke-craft-kitchen-brewery/
Center in the Square- ARTS! (Theatre, Museums, Opera, Arcades, etc.)
"Center in the Square houses five attractions including the Roanoke Pinball Museum, The Roanoke STARCADE, Harrison Museum of African American Culture, Kids Square, the Science Museum of Western Virginia with the Hidden Garden, and a live performance theatre with performances produced by Mill Mountain Theatre, Roanoke Ballet Theatre, and Opera Roanoke within our signature building in downtown Roanoke. See below for individual admission prices for each of these organizations." - https://centerinthesquare.org/hours-%26-rates
The Caverns at Natural Bridge
"The Natural Bridge Caverns were discovered just before the turn of the 20th century and opened to the public in 1977. Open seasonally March through November, visitors enjoying the Natural Bridge Caverns tour descend more than 34 stories deep within the Earth to get to the magnificent natural display. While underground, tourists can explore the Natural Bridge Caverns and view their many special features, including cavern structures such as the Colossal Dome room. This room is an enormous dome shaped natural feature that was created over thousands of years. Walking from the dome room, visitors can also see other places while on the 45 minute tour of the Natural Bridge Caverns; be sure to see things like Mirror Lake, the Well Room and the stalactites and stalagmites that grow from the Canyon Room." -
Read Mountain Preserve
Forested recreation area with 5 mi. of hiking trails & a summit with panoramic valley views.
The National D-Day Memorial
"The grounds for the monument take visitors on a archival journey through World War II and the politics and perils that embody the time period. Paying tribute to the men and women who served their country in one of its most dire battles, the D-Day National Memorial creates a solemn atmosphere for veterans and visitors alike to gain insight and learn more about the events that shaped our nation’s and our world’s history." -
Chapel Creek Farms
An orchard in Montvale with local charm.
Johnson's Orchards
"Johnson's Orchards is a family owned and operated farm. Our farm is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and at the foot of the Peaks Of Otter, about 8 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkwayand 7 miles from the National D-Day Memorial." - https://www.peaksofotterwinery.com/johnsons-orchard