South Roanoke Travel Guide
Roanoke
Visit South Roanoke
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
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 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
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Top hotels in South Roanoke
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Nice quiet area with a restaurant in the same parking lot. Spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Liberty Trust
Adorable hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Nice, comfortable room by the ROA airport! Friendly staff, airport shuttle available, and bagel bar breakfast. Be sure to check the address bc there are 2 Spark hotels close together!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very nice clean room, room service was excellent. Really needs to keep the coffeeshop open later then Noon. Even at a conference people want speciality coffee
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Bathroom not clean. Breakfast adequate. Had to ask for tea bags at front desk. Water for tea lukewarm at best.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
The location was convenience Rand staff friendly. Close to the hiking trail and Starbucks. We would stay here again. We got great value for the price.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Roanoke
Franklin-Colonial
While Franklin-Colonial may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tanglewood Mall and River's Edge Sports Complex.
Mill Mountain
While visiting Mill Mountain, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Mountain Park and Mill Mountain Star.
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.
Garden City
While Garden City 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 Park and Mill Mountain Zoo.
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 Park.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but The River Rock and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
