Garden City
Roanoke
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Popular places to visit
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 spend time at 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 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.
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
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Top hotels in Garden City
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Clean rooms and great breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 12, 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 Jan 8, 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
Two things that could be improved, 1 a microwave in the room or at least accessible and the hot tub and pool should be enclosed. The hot tub was not even warm, much less hot. It seems they spent a lot of money cattering to conventions while neglecting couples, families and children. We didn't see ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
avid hotel Salem by IHG
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Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
The Liberty Trust
Always a favorite when passing through the area. Their cocktails were excellent.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Roanoke Salem
Room was clean but did smell heavily of carpet fresh. This was a pet friendly hotel and there were many dogs.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Garden City
Mill Mountain
If you're spending some time in Mill Mountain, Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.
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.
Morningside
While Morningside isn't home to many top sights, Mill Mountain Star and Mill Mountain Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Franklin-Colonial
Franklin-Colonial might not have many top sights, but Tanglewood Mall and River's Edge Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
