Merrimac Travel Guide
Blacksburg
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Popular places to visit
Virginia Tech University
Enjoy the student vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top university in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lane Stadium
Catch an event at Lane Stadium during your trip to Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
New River Junction
Enjoy an outing to New River Junction during your stay in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lyric Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Lyric Theatre on your trip to Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cassell Coliseum
Catch an event at Cassell Coliseum during your trip to Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Historic Smithfield Plantation
Learn about the local history of Blacksburg when you take a trip to Historic Smithfield Plantation. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in Merrimac
The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center
"Our room was ready about an hour before the scheduled check-in time and was spacious and clean. The location was perfect as we were visiting Virginia Tech for orientation. Definitely a perfect place to stay when visiting my son while he studies at VT."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Mountain Lake Lodge
"Awesome place everybody should go here at least once in your life"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
avid hotel Salem by IHG
"Don't accept a stay in Room #105. The exterior door leading into building at end of hall slams and can be a real bother if traffic is high. There are no directions for use of tv control devices. All controls are not alike."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University
"The kitchen was closed down in the bar area due to a fryer not working. Staff friendly."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Quality Inn Dublin I-81
"Loved the location! Beautiful view of VA countryside. The room was clean and quiet. Coffee was available 24/7. Breakfast had eggs and sausage so there were other options other than strictly carbs. The staff was pleasant. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
The Highlander at Radford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Absolutely everything. I had been in the hospital and checked in very late and I was treated like royalty. The staff, facilities as well as, the food was amazing"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Merrimac
University
While visiting University, you might make a stop by sights like Cassell Coliseum and Lane Stadium.
Downtown Blacksburg
While visiting Downtown Blacksburg, you might make a stop by sights like Lyric Theatre and Alexander Black House & Cultural Center.
Hethwood - Prices Fork
Hethwood - Prices Fork might not have many top sights, but Cassell Coliseum and Lane Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Miller Southside
While Miller Southside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.
Mountain View
While there might not be top attractions in Mountain View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lyric Theatre and Lane Stadium.
