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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... more » 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. « less

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Jul
83°F 28°C
63°F 17°C
3 in 8 cm
Aug
82°F 27°C
62°F 16°C
3 in 8 cm
Sep
75°F 23°C
55°F 12°C
5 in 11 cm
Oct
65°F 18°C
44°F 6°C
2 in 5 cm
Nov
55°F 12°C
36°F 2°C
3 in 6 cm
Dec
45°F 7°C
29°F -1°C
2 in 6 cm
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Monday
Jul 20
Hi:
76°F 24°C
Lo:
65°F 18°C
Tuesday
Jul 21
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76°F 24°C
Lo:
63°F 17°C
Wednesday
Jul 22
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77°F 25°C
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63°F 17°C

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Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall

5 of 5 stars
Washington DC
Jul 19, 2009

I would definitely recommend this hotel. The room with the king size bed was exactly like the picture on the internet. This is the first time a I stayed in a hotel that didnt misrepresent with...more

Holiday Inn Express Roanoke-Civic Center

Jul 19, 2009

We visit Roanoke occasionally to see relatives and found that the Holiday Inn Express is an underappreciated motel. Located very close to the center of the city--much closer than most other...more

MainStay Suites Airport

2 of 5 stars
Virginia
Jul 18, 2009

Just stayed at the Mainstay Suites Roanoke. Rooms are big, which was great, as we had three adults ane one young child. Place is clean and well maintained, but it is constructed very poorly. Our...more

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