Old Southwest Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
"Great place!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
"The room was musty. We were I. Such a hurry to get out of that hotel we ended up leaving headphones in the room. Tried to call and retrieve them only to be told they didn’t have them. But we know we left them there. Very disappointing. Door to our room was messed up we had to struggle to get the ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Liberty Trust
"The room was nice and clean, but we were out of conditioner and the Vault restaurant closed early (we were only there for one night and the restaurant was a big part of our plans.)"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
"The check in process was lacking.. Just got asked to see my ID and then got handed my roomkey without even telling me my room number or where the elevators were. I wouldnt say they were rude but not welcoming or friendly at all."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Beautiful amazing well kept hotel, would strongly recommend you pay the extra ten bucks for the valet parking. Or you'll be doing a whole lot of walking, hotel room was absolutely accommodating, perfect view of the beautiful roanoke mill mountain star....."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
"Very clean and the staff were very nice."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Old Southwest
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.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but The River Rock and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Airport
Though Airport may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valley View Mall and Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center.
Alpine Hills
Though Alpine Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center and Carvins Cove.
