Old Southwest 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.
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.
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.
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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3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Our pick of the best Old Southwest Hotel Deals
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Great staff!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
Great stay! I would consider staying there again!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
The front desk was pleasant and staffed by very helpful personnel.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Liberty Trust
fun location
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Tru By Hilton Roanoke Hollins
Room was fine, air conditioning worked great. Shower had leaked where the heat screws on shaft and sprayed water over top of the shower door. I had to put a small towel over the leak to prevent a mess with the water.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Southwest
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.
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 Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Gainsboro
While there might not be top attractions in Gainsboro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Berglund Center and Taubman Museum of Art.
Belmont
Belmont might not have many top sights, but Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
