Greater Roanoke, VA area guidebook
City/town information
There is a lot more happening in this little city than one might think. 7 miles from our place
Vinton
There is a lot more happening in this little city than one might think. 7 miles from our place
We are a 20 minute drive into the heart of Roanoke. 7 miles from our place
61 locals recommend
Roanoke
We are a 20 minute drive into the heart of Roanoke. 7 miles from our place
Sightseeing
About a 20 min drive to the heart of the lake where one will find restaurants and boating activities. We are located on the quiet end where The Roanoke River turns into Smith Mountain Lake.
91 locals recommend
Smith Mountain Lake
About a 20 min drive to the heart of the lake where one will find restaurants and boating activities. We are located on the quiet end where The Roanoke River turns into Smith Mountain Lake.
Great view of the city. Nice hiking trails and picnic spots. 3.8 miles from our place.
181 locals recommend
Mill Mountain Star
2000 J B Fishburn PkwyGreat view of the city. Nice hiking trails and picnic spots. 3.8 miles from our place.
Black Dog Salvage
902 13th St SWAs seen on t.v. A fun place to shop. 8.2 miles from our place.
Only 8.9 miles from us. A great place to stroll and picnic.
41 locals recommend
Booker T. Washington National Monument
12130 Booker T Washington HwyOnly 8.9 miles from us. A great place to stroll and picnic.
Taubman Museum of Art
110 Salem Ave SEYou will not be disappointed.
Underdog Bikes
1113 Piedmont St SEBike rentals. Next door to Blue Cow Icecream
Food scene
Blue Cow Ice Cream Co.
1115 Piedmont St SETHE BEST ice cream. Don't miss it!
Bread Craft
24 Church Ave SWGarden Song Eco Cafe
808 5th St SWHealthy food. Great atmosphere.
Homestead Creamery
7254 Booker T Washington HwyGreat local farm fresh ice cream and more. 9.8 miles from us.
Downshift - Handcrafted Bikes & Brews
806 Wasena Avenue SouthwestSweet Donkey Coffee
2108 Broadway Ave SW6.8 miles from our place. Outdoor seating.
Big Lick Brewing Company
409 Salem Ave SWEarth Fare
2203 Franklin Rd SWLittle Green Hive
1402 Grandin Rd SWBobby’s Hot & Cheesy
2071 Colonial Ave SWPizza pizza pizza
Viet Sub
1403 Williamson Rd NEGreat quick food.
Great place for lunch. Good sandwiches and salads.
80 locals recommend
Our Daily Bread Bakery & Bistro
1329 S Main StGreat place for lunch. Good sandwiches and salads.
Health & Wellbeing
The Hemp Mill
709 S Pollard StTreat yourself to a very special place designed to support your wellbeing.
Shopping
Chocolatepaper
308 Market St SEOne of my favorite stores in downtown Roanoke
Mast General Store
401 S Jefferson StWineries
Great views and hiking here too. 30 miles from us (aprox. 40-50 minute drive).
35 locals recommend
Peaks of Otter Winery
1218 Elmos RdGreat views and hiking here too. 30 miles from us (aprox. 40-50 minute drive).
This is 60 miles away in beautiful Floyd County. It is aprox. 1hour and 15 min. to the winery. Its a great drive up into the mountains and Floyd has a sweet downtown area with shops and a few restaurants too.
130 locals recommend
Chateau Morrisette Winery
291 Winery Rd SWThis is 60 miles away in beautiful Floyd County. It is aprox. 1hour and 15 min. to the winery. Its a great drive up into the mountains and Floyd has a sweet downtown area with shops and a few restaurants too.
Fables & Feathers Winery
2117 Bruno DriveOnly 18 miles from us.
Beliveau Estate Winery
3899 Eakin Farm RdThis winery is about 40 miles from us.
Blue Ridge Vineyard
1027 Shiloh Dr