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 Lyric Theatre and Alexander Black House & Cultural Center.
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.
Mountain View
While there might not be top attractions in Mountain View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lane Stadium and Cassell Coliseum.
Hethwood - Prices Fork
Hethwood - Prices Fork might not have many top sights, but Cassell Coliseum and Lane Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Very clean and pleasant
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Blacksburg / University
Clean, spacious, easy checkin.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The West End Flats
Clean, quiet, roomy
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
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
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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.
Virginia Safari Park
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Virginia Safari Park during your trip to Natural Bridge. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Lane Stadium
Catch an event at Lane Stadium during your trip to Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
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.
Natural Bridge State Park
You can take time to visit Natural Bridge State Park during your travels to Natural Bridge. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
- Virginia Tech University
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
- Berglund Center
- Radford University
- Lane Stadium
- Valley View Mall
- Tanglewood Mall
- Grayson Highlands State Park
- Primland Resort Golf Course
- Hollins University
- LewisGale Medical Center
- Devil's Bathtub
- Roanoke College
- Mill Mountain Star
- Center in the Square
- Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
- Jefferson National Forest
- Chateau Morrisette
- Mabry Mill
- Birthplace of Country Music Museum
- Fairy Stone State Park
