Attractions in Roanoke, Virginia

Amusements

Roanoke Star/Overlook 540-342-6025
Located at J.P. Fishburne Parkway & Prospect Road
Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, this progressive, spirited "Star City of the South" is visible from just about every part of Roanoke. The star was erected... more info
Virginia's Explore Park 540-427-1800
3900 Rutrough Rd SE, Roanoke, VA 24014
Located at Milepost 115 in Blue Ridge Parkway
While enjoying a leisurely stroll through the forest, experience first hand through costumed interpretation the life of the 1671 Native American, the rugged existence of... more info map

Historic Sites & Monuments

Booker T. Washington National Monument 540-721-2094
12130 Booker T. Washington Highway, Hardy, VA 24101
This monument honors the life and legacy of African-American leader Booker T. Washington, who rose to prominence as an educator, orator, and founder of the Tuskegee... more info map

Museums & Galleries

Art Museum of Western Virginia 540-342-5760
One Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011
Discover visually stunning exhibitions, creative programs, and an engaging interactive center for all ages while at this museum that also features a permanent collection... more info map
Center in the Square 540-342-5700
One Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011
This beautifully restored, early 20th century furniture warehouse provides free space for seven independent cultural organizations: the Art Museum of Western Virginia,... more info map
Harrison Museum of African American Culture 540-345-4818
523 Harrison Avenue Northwest, Roanoke, VA 24016
Occupying the first floor of the former Harrison School, the first public high school for African American students in Southwest Virginia, which was built in 1916 and is... more info map
History Museum of Western Virginia 540-342-5770
One Market Square third floor, Roanoke, VA 24011
Founded in 1957, this museum contains permanent exhibits of artifacts, documents, and other memorabilia that tell the story of Western Virginia from prehistory to modern... more info map
O. Winston Link Museum 540-982-5465
101 Shenandoah Avenue Northeast, Roanoke, VA 24016
The largest collection of O. Winston Link's original prints in the world can be found at this museum that also contains an extensive display of N&W Railway artifacts,... more info map
Taubman Museum of Art 540-342-5760
110 Salem Avenue Southeast, Roanoke, VA 24011
The Taubman Museum of Art has more than 2,000 pieces in its collection, including the 10-foot sculpture "Art World" by James Harold Jennings, inch-and-a-half square... more info map
Virginia Museum of Transportation 540-342-5670
303 Norfolk Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24016
Home to the largest collection of locomotives in the Southeast, this museum is located within the historic N&W Freight Station and it features over 40 pieces of rolling... more info map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

George Washington & Jefferson National Forests 540-265-5100
5162 Valleypointe Parkway, Roanoke, VA 24019
These two national forests stretch from one end of Virginia to the other, as well as extending into West Virginia, along the ruggedly beautiful Appalachians and... more info map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Mill Mountain Zoo 540-343-3241
P.O. Box 13484, Roanoke, VA 24034
Situated on top of Roanoke`s Mill Mountain, this zoo exhibits over 55 species of mammals, birds, and reptiles, such as a Siberian Tiger, Snow Leopards, Red Pandas,... more info map

Science & Technology

Science Museum of Western Virginia 540-342-5710
One Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011
You will find seven permanent galleries, 30,000 square feet of interactive science exhibits, the 120 seat Hopkins Planetarium and giant screen films in the MegaDome... more info map

Tours & Cruises

Endeavor Ballooning 540-992-0359
Enjoy scenic balloon rides in Roanoke County and Botetourt County balloon rides with this company that provides 45 minute to an hour and 15 minute balloon rides with... more info map

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

AmRhein Wine Cellars 540-929-4632
9243 Patterson Drive, Roanoke, VA 24059
Located in Bent Mountain
Specializing in German style wines, this fine winery offers 100% estate grown grapes and bottled wines. Taste their unique varieties of Cabernet Franc, Chambourein,... more info map

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