Location: Roanoke
Top Things to do in Roanoke
The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in Roanoke, Virginia (VA)
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. Too Many Books
3. 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,
4. The Candy Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
5. Chocolatepaper
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By 559kirstenk - Erie, United States
This store has something for everyone! If you cant find the perfect gift here, you will not find it anywhere! Some of the items are a bit explicate if you are needing that. Everything from home made candy to wrapping paper, books, whatnots, cards, glassware, ect..
6. Mast General Store
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
The Mast General Store features something for everyone, including traditional clothing, comfortable footwear, trail and travel gear, country gourmet foods, gifts, toys powered by imagination, and 100s of old-fashioned candies.
7. Tink's Place
Purveyors of home décor, gifts/novelties, men's supply, and gardening gizmos. Your one-stop-shop for all things dapper and dainty!
8. Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
9. The Gift Niche
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Calhoun and Kipp
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
