Old Southwest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Center in the Square
Find out about the history of Roanoke when you take a trip to Center in the Square. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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.
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
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Our pick of the best Old Southwest Hotel Deals
Family Friendly 2-Bed Home, Pet Friendly
The house was perfect. Our pups loved the space and the fact that it was a quick walk to a ton of local experiences was great. The host was quick to respond to an issue.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
The only thing I didn't like was the handle on the toilet was so hard to push down on. Other than that, I would highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
Front desk person was pleasant, ground/facility/room was clean, and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Nice hotel. Perfect for price and location. Very efficient!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Very friendly and hotel was very
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Great price, friendly people/staff, will definitely stay again the next time in town
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Roanoke
If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Virginia Museum of Transportation are top sights worth seeing.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
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 Zoo.
Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
