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.
Center in the Square
Find out about the history of Roanoke when you spend time at 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 during your trip to Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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.
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
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
3-Hour Guided Mountain Biking in the Blue Ridge Mountains
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Top hotels in Gainsboro
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Friendly staff, however an evidently older building.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lovely room, helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Completely free for pet friendly
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Check in was quick
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
Staff was very welcoming and helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Motel 6 Salem, VA
Bathrooms were super old. But other than that it’s tidy n clean
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gainsboro
Downtown Roanoke
While visiting Downtown Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like Center in the Square and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
Belmont
While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old Southwest
While there might not be top attractions in Old Southwest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation.
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 Jefferson Center.
Williamson Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Williamson Road and surrounding area, you can visit Berglund Center and Taubman Museum of Art.
