Megan & Max
Megan & Max
Welcome to Roanoke!
Roanoke, the "Star City," is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and set along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Roanoke is the premier destination of Southwest Virginia.
Known as America's East Coast Mountain Biking Capital and the largest city along the Appalachian Trail, Roanoke offers over 1,000 miles of trails for hiking, biking, fishing, paddling and other outdoor recreation activities.
The world's second largest illuminated man-made star, known as The Roanoke Star, can be found at the top of Mill Mountain.
If you would like any personalized recommendations on hiking trails or things to do in Roanoke during your stay, please reach out to us!
Breweries
Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage
Restaurants and Cocktails
1882 at The Pine Room
Located in the Hotel Roanoke
Hiking
Mcafee Knob Trailhead
McAfee Knob is one of the most photographed spots on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) as it winds its way through Virginia. It is a steady climb of around 1700' in about 4.4 miles to the Knob from the VA311 parking area. On a clear day you will have some of the best views in the Southern Shenandoah Valley. Due to its popularity you will not be alone on this hike, but the overhang of McAfee Knob and its views make up for the lack of solitude.
Mill Mountain Star
Hike or drive to the Mill Mountain Star! You can park by the large bike sculptures and hike the Star Trail to the overlook. This is an out-and-back hike that is 3.7 miles. If hiking isn't your thing, take a right when you see the bikes to drive up to the overlook!
Museums
Roanoke Pinball Museum
Play unlimited pinball! The Roanoke Pinball Museum is an interactive museum dedicated to the science, art, and history of pinball. Their games are fully playable and span a near-century of production from the 1930's through today.
Virginia Museum of Transportation, Inc.
Located in downtown Roanoke’s century-old freight station, The Virginia Museum of Transportation has been collecting and preserving the Commonwealth's transportation history since 1963.