Southwestern Virginia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwestern Virginia
Where to stay in Southwestern Virginia
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.
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Blacksburg
While visiting Downtown Blacksburg, you might make a stop by sights like Alexander Black House & Cultural Center and Lyric Theatre.
Norwich
When in Norwich, you can plan a visit to Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Shaftman Performance Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Miller Southside
While Miller Southside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Everything was great
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center
Great stay
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA
Clean room good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The West End Flats
Rooms were quite large with nice amenities. Comfortable bed and very clean. Nice location and close to Jefferson Center. Will return there next time I stay in Roanoke.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Affordable Corporate Suites Christiansburg
Super friendly staff and nice clean room
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Cozy Cottage Near Dtwn Dining, Walk to Casino
It is a nice place to stay for convenience. Easy to get to and within driving distance of many places in Bristol. The area it is in may be a little run down but I felt safe.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025
Popular places to visit
Virginia Tech University
Enjoy the student vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top university in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lane Stadium
Catch an event at Lane Stadium during your trip to Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Grayson Highlands State Park
You can take time to visit Grayson Highlands State Park during your travels to Mouth of Wilson. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Barter Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Barter Theatre on your trip to Abingdon. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon
Explore the great outdoors at Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon, a lovely green space in Abingdon. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mill Mountain Star
Find out about the history of Roanoke when you take a trip to Mill Mountain Star. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
- Virginia Tech University
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
- Lane Stadium
- Berglund Center
- Valley View Mall
- Radford University
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Hollins University
- Tanglewood Mall
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Primland Resort Golf Course
- Mill Mountain Star
- Center in the Square
- Devil's Bathtub
- Jefferson National Forest
- Roanoke College
- Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
- Paramount Center for the Arts
- Mabry Mill
- Chateau Morrisette
- New River Trail State Park
- Virginia Museum of Transportation
