Mill Mountain Park has walking trails, a discovery center, a zoo (adult $9, child aged three to 11 years $7) and grand views of Roanoke. It's also home to the massive Roanoke Star, which shines over the city at night. You can drive up (via Walnut Ave SE) or hike up (take the Monument Trail just off Sylvan Ave SE or the Star Trail near Riverland Rd SE).
Roanoke Star & Mill Mountain Park
Blue Ridge Highlands & Southwest Virginia
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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Trainspotters aren't the only ones who will find this museum fascinating. It is home to a large collection of photographs, sound recordings and film by O…
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During WWII, 30 Bedford National Guard soldiers joined the invasion of Normandy. Nineteen were killed in action on D-Day, the highest per capita loss of…
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
21.61 MILES
Smith Mountain State Park is located on the north shore of an enormous, 32-square-mile reservoir, one of the most popular recreation spots in Southwestern…
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The jewel in Roanoke's cultural crown, this impressive museum is set in a sculptural steel-and-glass edifice. Inside, you'll find a small permanent…
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The city's cultural heartbeat, where you'll find three museums, a butterfly garden, aquariums and a theater. The museums cover African American culture,…
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The setting is lovely at this winery and brewery 17 miles east of Roanoke. Pop into the tasting room to try its crisp White Mojo, a blend of Pinot Gris,…
Harrison Museum of African American Culture
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Inside Center in the Square, this museum has displays about local African American culture and traditional and contemporary African art.
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The countryside around Bedford is speckled with vineyards, including this winery with attached orchard (pick your own fruit August through October). It…
Nearby Blue Ridge Highlands & Southwest Virginia attractions
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The city's cultural heartbeat, where you'll find three museums, a butterfly garden, aquariums and a theater. The museums cover African American culture,…
2. Harrison Museum of African American Culture
1.47 MILES
Inside Center in the Square, this museum has displays about local African American culture and traditional and contemporary African art.
1.54 MILES
The jewel in Roanoke's cultural crown, this impressive museum is set in a sculptural steel-and-glass edifice. Inside, you'll find a small permanent…
1.59 MILES
Trainspotters aren't the only ones who will find this museum fascinating. It is home to a large collection of photographs, sound recordings and film by O…
12.37 MILES
The setting is lovely at this winery and brewery 17 miles east of Roanoke. Pop into the tasting room to try its crisp White Mojo, a blend of Pinot Gris,…
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This winery, anchored by a charming 1923 farmhouse, welcomes picnickers including family groups. Try its Mist, a blend of chardonnay and Vidal Blanc.
19.81 MILES
The countryside around Bedford is speckled with vineyards, including this winery with attached orchard (pick your own fruit August through October). It…
8. Smith Mountain Lake State Park
21.61 MILES
Smith Mountain State Park is located on the north shore of an enormous, 32-square-mile reservoir, one of the most popular recreation spots in Southwestern…