Franklin-Colonial Travel Guide
Roanoke
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Franklin-Colonial
Quality Inn Tanglewood
No complaints from me.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Colony House Motor Lodge
Very clean and friendly staffs. My husband our dog and I enjoyed time in this place!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Comfortable bed, great living space and layout. Friendly staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
avid hotel Salem by IHG
Great location, great staff and super clean.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Comfortable beds, nice staff, good facilities, historic hotel, and convenient location.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport
The room was clean and checkout smooth. I have two minor complaints that hold the stay back from five stars. (1) The toilet lid wouldn’t stay up without me holding it in place. This is problematic for me as a man. (2) The bathroom Door wouldn’t stay open on its own, not would it fully shut on its ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods 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 Jefferson Center and The River Rock.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and The River Rock 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.
