The Roanoke Valley area offers enlightenment, fun and entertainment for families, couples and groups. Enjoy an array of area attractions, recreation and sports in or nearby the hotel. From boating to shopping to history, The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center is conveniently located to a variety of adventures.
Area Attractions
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center is conveniently located to provide a variety of cultural, natural and historic attractions.
Cultural Attractions
Natural Attractions
- Blue Ridge Parkway: Experience the spectacular views, picnic spots and camping areas on this scenic 469 mile parkway.
- Peaks of Otter Mountains
- Mill Mountain Zoological Park: Situated high above Roanoke City on Mill Mountain, this zoo exhibits over 45 species of animals and offers captivating views of the valley below. Also the site of the world's largest man-made star.
- Smith Mountain Lake: This lake and state park offers on-shore activities such as hiking, camping and picnicking, as well as boating, skiing, para sailing, sailing and swimming.
Historic Attractions
- The Art Museum of Western Virginia exhibits, collects, preserves, and interprets significant works of art from cultures throughout the world with a special emphasis on American art and the artistic expressions of this region. Serving the diverse populations of western Virginia and surrounding areas, The Art Musuem of Western Virginia is committed to providing excellence in scholarship and creative, artistic activities that encourage self-awareness and enhance meaningful interaction among all in our community.
- The Salem Museum: a Virginia landmark tracing Salem's history from its Native American roots to modern days.
- Mabry Mill where you can see cornmeal ground the old-fashioned way.
- Booker T. Washington National Monument: Visit the reconstruction of this 19th century Virginia plantation.
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