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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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Arzu

3 of 5 stars
Roanoke, Virginia
Nov 20, 2009

My husband and I ate at Arzu's this evening. I was very disappointed in my chicken cacciatore. The menu said it was in a tomato sauce, but it tasted like canned brown gravy and the mushrooms tasted...more

Sheraton Roanoke Hotel and Conference Center

Nov 20, 2009

Friendly, helpful staff. Great location. Parking was close to the door, easy, and free. The hotel itself is very nice after what I think was a recent remodel. The room was spacious, the beds...more

Ben Gui Sushi

5 of 5 stars
omerbila
Nov 19, 2009

I recently moved to Roanoke from San Francisco. I loved being able to go out practically every night and tasting the fantastic variety of restaurants there. When my girlfriend said ' I am going to...more

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