Franklin-Colonial, VA
Roanoke
Visit Franklin-Colonial
Popular places to visit
Center in the Square
Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Taubman Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taubman Museum of Art during your trip to Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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.
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.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
Franklin-Colonial Hotel Deals
Colony House Motor Lodge
Place was very clean. Very happy i stayed
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Quality Inn Tanglewood
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
It was a good experience. I loved it.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Room fine.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hyatt Place Roanoke Airport/Valley View Mall
Great hotel. Stayed here before an early flight out on vacation.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
stayed for one night. Room was clean and spacious, friendly staff. Hotel itself is dated with some renovations done in the room and dining area. Breakfast was average. Overall, not bad for a 3-star hotel.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Franklin-Colonial
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.
Greater Raleigh Court
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Greater Raleigh Court and surrounding area, you can visit The River Rock and Jefferson Center.
Wasena
While Wasena isn't home to many top sights, The River Rock and Jefferson Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old Southwest
Boasting a mix of architectural styles like Queen Anne and Colonial Revival, this historic district home to Roanoke's first public park, Highland Park, and the Beth Israel Synagogue, with commercial areas concentrated along Franklin Road.
South Jefferson
While there might not be top attractions in South Jefferson, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mill Mountain Star and Center in the Square.
Mill Mountain
If you're spending some time in Mill Mountain, Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.
