Franklin-Colonial
Roanoke
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Franklin-Colonial

Colony House Motor Lodge
Very clean, nice room. Downsides were that the heat was off in my room when I arrived and it took over three hours to get it to room temperature. Also the gym was closed for construction. No breakfast included. Staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

Quality Inn Tanglewood
No problems. As expected.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Staff extremely sweet (check in and hostess for am breakfast). Room very clean and parking lot well lit. Excellent rates. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025

Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Our stay was great! The ladies checking us in were knowledgeable and welcoming. The parking lot was well lit. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and quiet. The temperature of the room was perfect. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
I stay at La Quinta a lot because of their friendly pet policy. This was one of the cleanest and well maintained locations I’ve stayed at. Well staffed and very efficient.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

The Liberty Trust
All clean and in good repair. Beautiful old building, nice view!
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Franklin-Colonial

South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.

Greater Raleigh Court
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greater Raleigh Court and surrounding area, you can visit Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall.

Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mill Mountain
While visiting Mill Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park.

