Galax

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the Rolling farmlands near Galax Virginia on the Blue Ridge Parkway
the Rolling farmlands near Galax Virginia on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Aerial View of Downtown Galax Virginia Looking over Historic Buildings in the Downtown Area
This picture was taken on Main Street in Galax, Va. These are fiddles that spell "Love" in four glass shadow boxes beside a music store called Barr's Fiddle Shop which has been in Galax for 40 years. Fiddles are one of the main instruments that mountain music is based on. When this music first started it was called hillbilly music which then later was called blue grass. When I saw this driving down Main Street, I knew that I wanted to take a picture of it because of the musical aspect and the history behind it. Because I have had a lot of experience of the Appalachian mountains, bluegrass is something that "characterizes a mountaineer", especially the older generation. This picture represents the love that mountain people have for this musical entertainment. This is shown through the annual Old Fiddlers Convention which occurs an entire week in August for the past 82 years. This event gathers thousands of people from all over the world who all share the love of Bluegrass. #appalachianechoes
The Blue Ridge Parkway connects Great Smoky Mountain National Park to Shenandoah National Park. It's 400+ miles offers one of the best ways to view the smokies and will give you stunning landscapes such as this one. The drive changes dramatically from one area to the next, so you can see all different kinds of mountain range.
Hampton Inn Galax

Hampton Inn Galax

2.5 out of 5
205 Cranberry Road Galax VA
The price is S$146 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
S$146
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Twin ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
Easy parking, friendly staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan, 2026

Hampton Inn Galax
Red Roof Inn Wytheville

Red Roof Inn Wytheville

3 out of 5
220 Lithia Rd Wytheville VA
The price is S$73 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
S$73
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wytheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre and Mountainview ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)
Room was very clean.

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Red Roof Inn Wytheville
Comfort Inn Mount Airy

Comfort Inn Mount Airy

2.5 out of 5
1293 Newsome Street Mount Airy NC
The price is S$148 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
S$148
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Airy. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
yes and yes clean room, pleasant staff.

Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026

Comfort Inn Mount Airy
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The Cabins at Healing Springs

The Cabins at Healing Springs

2 out of 5
1096 E. Healing Springs Road Crumpler NC
Stay at this cabin in Crumpler. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions New River and Landmark Farm Alpacas are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
Very comfortable cabin, kind staff, fun store onsite, and daily trip for healing waters.

Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025

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Popular places to visit

USA, Virginia, Blue Ridge Parkway. Man fiddling at the Blue Ridge Music Center.

Blue Ridge Music Center

You can enjoy a show at Blue Ridge Music Center on your trip to Old Town Galax. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

Blue Ridge Music Center
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Mt Vale Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Mt Vale Vineyards during your travels to Old Town Galax. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

Mt Vale Vineyards

Blue Ridge Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Galax at Blue Ridge Country Club. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Blue Ridge Country Club

Rex Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Rex Theater on your trip to Galax. Discover the mountain views in this trendy area or seek out the hiking trails.

Rex Theater

Wayne Henderson's Workshop

Enjoy an outing to Wayne Henderson's Workshop during your stay in Galax. Discover the mountain views in this trendy area or seek out the hiking trails.

Wayne Henderson's Workshop

City of Galax Municipal Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Galax at City of Galax Municipal Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

City of Galax Municipal Golf Course