Downtown Roanoke
Roanoke
Visit Downtown Roanoke
Popular places to visit
Center in the Square
Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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 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.
St. Andrews Catholic Church
After visiting St. Andrews Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Top hotels in Downtown Roanoke
The Liberty Trust
"A wonderful older hotel that has large comfortable rooms and a good restaurant."
Reviewed on 28 May, 2026
The Promissory Hotel
"It is a lovely hotel. The room was new and well-appointed with some of the old bank building charm. It's upscale while being quaint and comfortable. We were on the 4th floor. The room had amazing upper windows. Very cool! The staff was lovely. Very accommodating and friendly. The location is ideal, ..."
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
"Great staff and location price is acceptable considering the location you should expect a bit higher than out of town"
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Fire Station One Boutique Hotel
"Gorgeous and chic hotel, walkable to any downtown location that you’d want! Staff is top notch and the furniture is awesome and is for purchase along with some other decor. Drinks are awesome at the bar, along with the appetizers! My date thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we both woukd highly recommend ..."
Reviewed on 19 May, 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
"the staff allowed a party to persist into the early morning hours next to my room on the 4 th floor. I was there trying to get some rest before my dads cancer surgery next day. unbelievable"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
"No internet dirty pool rusted and dirty"
Reviewed on 30 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Roanoke
Gainsboro
While there might not be top attractions in Gainsboro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Berglund Center and Taubman Museum of Art.
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Virginia Museum of Transportation and Center in the Square.
Belmont
Belmont might not have many top sights, but Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Riverland/Walnut Hill
While Riverland/Walnut Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Zoo.
