Smithfield Plantation


This building from 1774 is an excellent example of late colonial architecture. Find it adjacent to the Virginia Tech campus.


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1. Center in the Square

27.41 MILES

The city's cultural heartbeat, where you'll find three museums, a butterfly garden, aquariums and a theater. The museums cover African American culture,…

3. Taubman Museum of Art

27.48 MILES

The jewel in Roanoke's cultural crown, this impressive museum is set in a sculptural steel-and-glass edifice. Inside, you'll find a small permanent…

4. O. Winston Link Museum

27.5 MILES

Trainspotters aren't the only ones who will find this museum fascinating. It is home to a large collection of photographs, sound recordings and film by O…

5. Roanoke Star & Mill Mountain Park

27.67 MILES

Mill Mountain Park has walking trails, a discovery center, a zoo (adult $9, child aged three to 11 years $7) and grand views of Roanoke. It's also home to…

6. Chateau Morrisette

29.32 MILES

The Blue Ridge Mountains form an attractive backdrop at this winery 13 miles southwest of Floyd. Head to the swish tasting room to try the signature Black…