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Things To Do
Mill Mountain Star, Park, and Zoo
A "must see" on most visitors list, an 88-foot manmade star (the largest in the world) sits on majestic Mill Mountain along with a beautifully landscaped city park, that boasts hiking and biking trails, and a zoo. Drive to the top of Mill Mountain to see a gorgeous view of the Roanoke Valley.
The City Market Building
At the crossroads of Roanoke’s Historic Market District, the City Market Building partners with independent restaurant and retail entrepreneurs to provide a dining and shopping experience unique to Southwest Virginia
Roanoke City Farmers Market
In the heart of Downtown Roanoke since 1882, vendors offer locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants, plus fresh meats, cheeses, baked goods, and artisan hand-crafted items. It is surrounded by retailers, restaurants, museums, and tons of free entertainment! Meet your friends, bring your children and enjoy a great day downtown. Hours: 7 days a week, year-round, 8:00am - 5:00pm. In growing season, many vendors are on the Market around 7:00am - 3:00pm.
First Friday Weekly Concert
Looking for some live, outdoor music? Well if you're in town Friday night, stop by First Friday! First Friday is a weekly, Summer concert series put on by Downtown Roanoke. You must be 21+ to attend. Entry is $10 & Beers are only $5... what is there not to like?! Located on Franklin Road between Jefferson St & Williamson Rd (near Holton Plaza).
Elmwood Park
Elmwood Park features a 4,000+ capacity amphitheater with cascading grass terraces for seating, a state-of-the-art illuminated fountain in front of the stage, tree-lined walkway with decorative fountains, and an art walk with beautiful sculptures. Stage fountains are on during park hours (9am – 11pm) except on days when there are events in the Park. Also features the Peter Pan Playground for the little ones!
Roanoke Pinball Museum
Want to play Pinball on machines that span a near-century, from the 1930's through today? Check out the Pinball Museum! The Roanoke Pinball Museum is an interactive museum dedicated to the science, art, and history of pinball with games that are fully playable.
Black Dog Salvage
Home of the DIY network's "Salvage Dawgs", Black Dog Salvage is an architectural salvage company based in the Grandin Village neighborhood of Roanoke. Carrying an eclectic variety of antiques & restored furniture in an airy space, a great place to peruse and maybe find something special to take home!
Valhalla Vineyards
Winery located on a 2,000 ft elevation mountaintop with breath-taking views of the Roanoke Valley.
Roanoke Valley Greenway Coordinator
The greenway network includes over 400 miles of paved and natural surface trails for all types of visitors. Whether you’d like to stroll along a scenic waterway, explore parks and preserves with friends or family, or train for a race, the Roanoke Valley Greenway network offers an experience for everyone. Use the Trail Directory on their website to find a route that is perfect for your next outing.
Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen and Brewery - Roanoke
Check out this Charlotesville-based brewery and craft kitchen, conveniently located walking distance from any of our hotels!
McAfee Knob Hike
A 7.8 mile hike with a fantastic overview at the top, the most photographed spot on the Appalachian Trail. Pretty far hike so plan accordingly! Search for "McAfee's Knob Parking lot" for parking directions. Click "view" for All trails link!
Smith Mountain Lake
This beautiful, man-made lake is the 2nd largest freshwater lake in the state, surrounded by the beautiful SW Virginia mountains! There are several destinations on the lake, from the Smith Mountain Lake State Park to Bridgewater Marina. This lake is not only beautiful, but a lot of fun!
Carvins Cove Reservoir
Looking to enjoy the water, but want to stay closer to town? Check out Carvin's Cove! Tucked away in the mountains of Botetourt and Roanoke Counties and close to Hollins University, Carvins Cove Natural Reserve covers 12,700 acres and includes a man-made reservoir and abundant protected forestland. This is the perfect destination for our fishers + kayakers, see website for rental information!
Big Lick Brewing Company, LLC
Big Lick Brewing Company is Downtown Roanoke’s premier brewery, beer garden and taproom specializing in craft beer with an emphasis on quality and variety, having brewed nearly 200 distinct recipes since opening their doors in September 2014. After a beer, walk across the street to Tuco's Taqueria Garaje, their margaritas + tacos do not disappoint!
Tuco’s Taqueria Garaje
Tucos is all about modern Latin American food, inventive spirits with select ingredients organically grown on-site, and more than 90 tequilas and mezcals served up to your liking at their industrial-style bar. Surround yourself with the textures of reclaimed wood and the vibrant colors of a renowned street artist as you discover the charm of downtown Roanoke. Walk across the street and enjoy a beer in the beer garden of Big Lick Brewing Company!
Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room
Located in the heart of the Historic Downtown Roanoke Market, Deschutes Brewery’s Roanoke Tasting Room is a favorite gathering place for out-of-town adventurers and discerning locals alike. The clean, inviting space provides the perfect atmosphere to focus on work, friends, good conversation, and our stellar rotation of Deschutes beer, including the small one-off batches produced exclusively at the Roanoke facility!
A Few Old Goats Brewing
A Few Old Goats Brewing (aka AFOG) opened in 2018 and is a 2-barrel nano-brewery located on the west end of Downtown Roanoke.
Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage
Born in a Charlottesville music hall in 1999, Starr Hill Brewery was founded out of a passion for great beer and live music. Among the most award-winning craft breweries on the East Coast, Starr Hill has won 24 Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup and Great British Beer Festival medals. On Friday, 8/6, come listen to Meskos Electric Revue from 7 pm - 10 pm and enjoy a beer! Also: $1 for every pint of The Love sold in the Roanoke Taproom is donated to one of many deserving local non-profits, Cheers for Charity!
Golden Cactus Brewing
As they say: "Visiting us is like visiting your grandma’s greenhouse on a warm Spring day." Golden Cactus is yet another brewery in the West end of downtown Roanoke, across from Big Lick Brewing company and Tucos Taqueria. They brew every day with a new type of beer in each batch, are colorful and kid friendly, and love to share behind the scenes of how they brew.
Twisted Track Brewpub
The Twisted Track Brewpub thrives to be a destination for the whole valley and beyond; the premier brewery in the Roanoke Valley, brewing everything from traditional European ales to American IPAs , stouts and sours, while specializing in lagers. Their aim is to add a new twist to the existing craft beer scene and to serve and nurture their wonderful community. In addition to hand crafted beer, we offer pub fare with yet another twist and a selection of wines, ciders and soft drinks – something for everyone.
Twin Creeks Brewing Company
With a Tap Room in Vinton and a Brewpub at Explore Park, the local Twin Creeky Brewing Co. is a great place to hang out. Go listen to some live music on Friday, 8/6, by Jeremy Davall from 6:30 to 9:30 pm!
Science Museum of Western Virginia
Spanning 2 levels of the Center In The Square building, the museum has many interactive exhibits that encourage visitors to use their creativity to explore a range of scientific subjects in their own way. Move, touch, build and create your own learning experience and go home having grasped completely new concepts!
The Harrison Museum of African American Culture
The HMAAC is an educational and cultural institution committed to promoting, showcasing, and celebrating the art and history of African Americans for Roanoke Valley citizens and visitors. Their purpose is to cultivate awareness and appreciation of the significant contributions of people of African descent, go check it out!
Virginia Museum of Transportation
The Museum’s collection includes approximately 2,500 objects, including more than 50 pieces of rolling stock—locomotives and other rail cars—including the largest collection of diesel locomotives in the South. The Museum has expanded its collection to include automotive, aviation, transit, and other artifacts and frequently exhibits loaned objects.