Location: Roanoke
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A 100-foot high star atop a mountain and visible from miles around welcomes you to the "Star City of the South," a great beginning for your weekend getaway to this city rich in culture, history, fun and entertainment. Close to the star is the Mill Mountain Zoological Park, where you'll see the endangered Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger and Red Wolf, along with 40-plus other animal species. The Center in the Square is the city's cultural hub, where you can catch a Broadway-quality show at the Mill Mountain Theatre or hear the celebrated Roanoke Symphony. Museums are everywhere, and whether your interest lies in art, history, science or transportation, you'll find a museum to match it. The Harrison Museum of African-American Culture honors achievements of African Americans and includes an impressive African exhibit. For underground delights, head over to the Dixie Caverns for a 45-minute tour of breathtaking cave formations, after which you can browse through pottery, rock and mineral and other shops. There's something to keep you occupied and entertained every minute in this environmentally-conscious, friendly and very welcoming Virginia city.
Restaurants in Roanoke
1. Eli's Provisions
2. Fleda A. Ring Artworks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our innovative, artist-run gallery features local, regional and national artworks. We partner with artists to give them a space to grow, experiment and sell their work.
3. Too Many Books
4. Alexander/Heath Contemporary
5. Jamisons' Orchard
6. Vintage Europe Antiques
7. Black Dog Salvage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 584 reviews
We are the home of DIY Network's "Salvage Dawgs" - episodes available on Amazon, Discovery Plus, iTunes, YouTubeTV, and streaming devices. Our inventory changes daily! We now have two warehouses located in Roanoke, Virginia. Discover architectural salvage, old house parts, custom upcycled designs, reproduction garden statuary, furniture paint, salvage inspired furniture, and decor in our main showroom. Curated regional artisans and vendors also add a constantly changing mix of new, vintage, and antique home decor. Shop for unique gifts, souvenirs, apparel, dog gear, and our expanded gourmet Market collection. Visit our nearby salvage warehouse for new arrivals and antique lumber. Explore outside for antique wrought iron, clawfoot tubs, and amazing art inspiration! Don’t see what you’re looking for? Work with our custom design team to create your vision! Staying in Roanoke? Inquire about The Stone House, our 1911 historic vacation rental property located next door.
Reviewed By paradisc - Acushnet, United States
Was back visiting family in the area and this is the second time I have visited this place. If you watch the show it’s a must see place, even if you haven’t I would recommend stopping because there are so many unique items here you’ll be amazed. The people who work here are talented and creative. The items that are saved and resold will bring back memories of the past. If you have a hour or two to kill, check out this place, you won’t be sorry.
8. The Little Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Open seven days a week, The Little Gallery is a fine art gallery and consultancy that provides art sourcing and art advisory services for residential, hospitality and corporate spaces. We feature a wide ranging collection of landscape, still life, and abstract paintings, as well as select photography and sculpture and specialty gifts. We believe there’s no substitution for the physical experience of art. As such, we host events and curate exhibitions. Visitors who attend our events or exhibitions can discover the art they love and learn about the talent behind the art.
9. Barrel Chest Wine and Beer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By SteveL595
The Barrel Chest is indeed a bottle shop, but it's so much more. First off, they have the best beer selection in Roanoke. They carry a generous supply of domestic, imported and local craft beer as well as being a great wine store. They are also great at changing up the breweries and selections that they offer. As if it couldn't get any better, there is a bar at which you can have a glass of wine or a pint of beer. There are typically several wines available to try and 15+ beers on tap, including 3 or 4 beers that are brewed in-house. The house brewed beers are fantastic and they also offer a small menu of food items that are well done. The decor is rustic, urban and there is plenty of seating including several comfortable couches. All in all, it's a great place to have a glass of wine or beer while shopping for more wine and beer. Definitely worth a visit,
10. Wilson Hughes Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
A contemporary fine art & craft gallery. Original paintings and ethnic crafts. Open Daily by appointment.
