A bucket list activity for every traveler in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Our idea of the perfect vacation includes mountain adventures, history, and delicious local eats — aka, something every family member will enjoy.

So go ahead and pack your bags: It’s time to take a trip to the Roanoke Region in Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

For the outdoor adventurer

Explore 1,000+ miles of trails, from incredible mountain biking to world-class hikes on the Appalachian Trail.

Then, cruise the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway or enjoy fishing and water sports at Smith Mountain Lake.

For the history buff

Check out steam locomotives at the Virginia Museum of Transportation and step back in time at the National D-Day Memorial.

For the foodie

Sip craft spirits in Franklin County (recognized as the Moonshine Capital of the World) and explore international flavors along Roanoke’s historic Williamson Road.

For the treasure hunter

Don’t miss one-of-a-kind finds at Black Dog Salvage, made famous by the television series “Salvage Dawgs.”