Franklin-Colonial Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
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.
Activities

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
Our pick of the best Franklin-Colonial Hotel Deals

Colony House Motor Lodge
Easy check in, ample parking, spacious room, pet friendly, clean.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Quality Inn Tanglewood
It’s business friendly and strategically located to many shopping centers. The parking was convenient too..
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
The hotel is well located and very clean.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

The Liberty Trust
Beautifully restored historic building...room and bathroom were spacious. Staff were very friendly
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Incredible stay, very clean, stunning hotel and food was very delicious!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Old
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Franklin-Colonial

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

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 Virginia Museum of Transportation.

Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Virginia Museum of Transportation and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
