Popular places to visit
St. Andrews Catholic Church
After visiting St. Andrews Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Mill Mountain Star
Visit this iconic mountaintop landmark and admire panoramic views over the city of Roanoke. Look up at the symbol from the city at night when it shines bright.
Center in the Square
Find out about the history of Roanoke when you take a trip to Center in the Square. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Taubman Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taubman Museum of Art in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Transportation during your travels in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Mill Mountain Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mill Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Roanoke. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Gainsboro
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Clean room, clean bathroom, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Excellent
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Roanoke Hollins
Check in was quick and my room was clean. This hotel has an impressive gym and a pool table in the lobby. Complimentary coffee and tea is nice too. Especially after driving all day.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
avid hotel Salem by IHG
Nice room, lots to choose at breakfast. Easy check in.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Liberty Trust
Always a favorite when passing through the area. Their cocktails were excellent.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gainsboro
Downtown Roanoke
If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Virginia Museum of Transportation are top sights worth seeing.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Belmont
Belmont might not have many top sights, but Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Jefferson Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mountain View
Mountain View might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
