Blacksburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Montgomery County/Blacksburg/Christiansburg Regional Tourism Office
Photo provided by Montgomery County/Blacksburg/Christiansburg Regional Tourism Office
Photo provided by Montgomery County/Blacksburg/Christiansburg Regional Tourism Office
Photo provided by Montgomery County/Blacksburg/Christiansburg Regional Tourism Office
Photo provided by Montgomery County/Blacksburg/Christiansburg Regional Tourism Office

Stunning mountain scenery, centuries worth of history and a beautiful university campus make this town in Southwest Virginia an idyllic holiday destination.

The charming town of Blacksburg sits on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains. Blacksburg is the home of Virginia Tech, one of Virginia’s largest universities. Enjoy the historic and cultural attractions and the nature that surrounds the town. The pastoral and mountainous location provides an ideal setting for a range of outdoor pursuits, including fishing, mountain biking, hiking and tubing.

Explore the vast Virginia Tech campus with its neo-Gothic limestone buildings. Relax in the shade gardens and water gardens of the university’s Hahn Horticulture Garden. While you are on campus, study the extensive mineral and fossil collections at the Museum of Geosciences.

Browse the town’s museums and estates for insight into Blacksburg’s history. Step inside the late 19th-century Alexander Black House and browse the exhibits of the Museum of African American Culture at St. Luke and Odd Fellows Hall. The story of Revolutionary War patriot William Preston is told at his 18th-century home, Smithfield Plantation. Stroll through the garden, see the period furniture and Native American artefacts and ask the volunteer guides about the two Virginia governors who were born here.

Children will love the ramps and tracks of Skate Park and playground in Sunrise Park. Swim at the Blacksburg Aquatic Centre or play golf with a view of the town. Meet the locals in one of the many bars and restaurants or at the farmers market in Market Square Park. The park also has weekly jam sessions.

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport connects to major cities in the USA. Trains run into Lynchburg, 97 miles (156 kilometres) away, where you can rent a car or take a bus to get to Blacksburg.

Around Blacksburg, hike in the vast Jefferson National Forest to the north. Go tubing or canoeing on the New River in summer or enjoy the views from the slopes of Peters Mountain. Bike the paved Huckleberry Trail from Blacksburg to Christiansburg. Further west, fish or swim in the 21-mile (33.8-kilometre) long Claytor Lake at Claytor Lake State Park. The park has picnic shelters, a marina, a camp ground and cabins.

Where to stay in Blacksburg

Blacksburg which includes kayaking or canoeing and rapids

Downtown Blacksburg

While visiting Downtown Blacksburg, you might make a stop by sights like Lyric Theatre and Alexander Black House & Cultural Center.

Downtown Blacksburg
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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.

Hethwood - Prices Fork
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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.

Miller Southside
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Merrimac

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Merrimac and surrounding area, you can visit Huckleberry Trail and NRV Superbowl.

Merrimac
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Mountain View

While there might not be top attractions in Mountain View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.

Mountain View
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Grissom - Highland

Though Grissom - Highland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.

Grissom - Highland
The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center

The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
901 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, VA
The price is AU$170 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$170
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Blacksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Overall good."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center
Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University

Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University

3 out of 5
650 University City Boulevard, Blacksburg, VA
The price is AU$153 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$153
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Blacksburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,153 reviews)
"professional and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Blacksburg - University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Blacksburg - University

3 out of 5
1321 Rugby Lane, Blacksburg, VA
The price is AU$168 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$168
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Blacksburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Blacksburg - University
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
10 bedroooms/baths, 4 mi from VT

10 bedroooms/baths, 4 mi from VT

Blacksburg
Stay at this vacation home in Blacksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lane Stadium and Huckleberry Trail are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Property was easy to find and very private."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

10 bedroooms/baths, 4 mi from VT
The West End Flats

The West End Flats

4.5 out of 5
515 8th St SW, Roanoke, VA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shaftman Performance Hall and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Great room!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The West End Flats
It’s 5 O’Clock Here-Waterfront Cabin w/Hot Tub! Pet Friendly, Blue Ridge Parkway

It’s 5 O’Clock Here-Waterfront Cabin w/Hot Tub! Pet Friendly, Blue Ridge Parkway

Fancy Gap
Stay at this cabin in Fancy Gap. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Olde Mill Golf Resort is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Need to move the ceiling light in table area up about 8” ! Need different shower head( very low pressure)Dining chairs were scary squeakyPorch dining chair has broken seat. Would stay again but in the lower cabin."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

It’s 5 O’Clock Here-Waterfront Cabin w/Hot Tub! Pet Friendly, Blue Ridge Parkway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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