Roanoke is a picturesque city with a broad mix of things to see and do. Located on the southern side of the Shenandoah Valley, the city has a thriving arts and culture scene, with the brilliant (and free) Taubman Museum of Art plus plenty of public art throughout its streets. Don’t miss the famous Roanoke Star – the world’s largest free-standing illuminated star, which sits atop the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking the city.

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