Things to Do with Kids in Roanoke, VA

  • TripBuzz found 36 things to do with kids in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 18 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
  • From Mill Mountain Zoo to Green Ridge Recreation Center & Splash Valley Water Park, the Roanoke area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Water Parks and Zoos.
  • As the largest municipality in Southwest Virginia, the city of Roanoke has a thriving residential and downtown business landscape. Also the states southern cultural hub, the area offers an array of dining, shopping, nightlife and recreation options. The most popular being The Center In The Square, which houses some of the areas most popular museums.
  • TripBuzz found 36 things to do with kids in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 18 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
  • From Mill Mountain Zoo to Green Ridge Recreation Center & Splash Valley Water Park, the Roanoke area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Water Parks and Zoos.
  • As the largest municipality in Southwest Virginia, the city of Roanoke has a thriving residential and downtown business landscape. Also the states southern cultural hub, the area offers an array of dining, shopping, nightlife and recreation options. The most popular being The Center In The Square, which houses some of the areas most popular museums.
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33.0 Miles
67% 359 votes
Caverns & Caves 15 Appledore Lane, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
There is a lot to learn from a hike though the caverns by the Natural Bridge. Guides describe the history of the caverns as well as the bridge, which has been included as a one of the 'Seven Natural Wonders of the World.'
33.1 Miles
67% 366 votes
Caverns & Caves Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
Within Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains is a naturally formed rock shape and related caverns that is called the Natural Bridge Caverns. The natural trail around the landmark explores the stone arch, Cedar Creek, and Lace Falls while there is also an indoor butterfly garden for visitors.
33.1 Miles
78% 1210 votes
Historic Sites US 11 & 130, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
The stone archway that is known as The Natural Bridge of Virginia serves as a main outdoor landmark in the state. It is 20 stories tall and 100 feet wide then 40 feet thick, and the stone monument is accessible by a smooth nature trail.
33.1 Miles
38% 58 votes
Specialty Museums PO Box 87, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
One of the largest collections of childhood toys and memorabilia is housed at The Toy Museum at Natural Bridge of Virginia. A wide variety of games, toys, and relics from childhood contained in the collection date back to 1740 and even include modern collectibles.
33.5 Miles
84% 31 votes
Golf 8400 River Course Drive, Radford, VA 24141 MoreLess Info
With five different tees, the Pete Dye River Course of Virginia Tech is a public access 18-hole course that can accommodate many skill levels. There is also a prominent clubhouse that features an elevated 4,000-square-foot patio.
33.7 Miles
79% 285 votes
Monuments Rt. 11, Natural Bridge, VA MoreLess Info
Originally an April Fool's prank conducted by Mark Cline, Foamhenge has become a popular attraction for visitors since it is free to view. The site is an exact replica of the Stonehenge site in Britain and is easily accessible along the roadside of U.S. 11.
34.2 Miles
64% 247 votes
Zoos 5784 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
The Natural Bridge Zoo is rather small when compared to other zoos and acts as a sanctuary for several animals. Animal encounters can be arranged at the zoo, including elephant rides and the ability to feed certain creatures such as giraffes.
34.7 Miles
33% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 6477 S Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
For a plethora of toy choices there is the Toy Museum Natural Bridge which is a toy museum that features toys from different eras. There are many from different decades of recent history, including toys from popular movies.
34.9 Miles
45% 173 votes
Specialty Museums Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
Tours of the Natural Bridge Wax Museum can be included with admission to see the Natural Bridge. Figurines and scenes from the history of Virginia are included in the museum as is the history of the landmark itself.
35.6 Miles
89% 28 votes
Parks Grove Avenue and Main Street, Radford, VA 24141 MoreLess Info
Covering 50 acres of wooded valley land, Wildwood Park offers a unique view of the mountains of southwest Virginia. Multiple hiking trails and bikeways are located within the park, and wildlife as well as bird watching is abundant in the area.
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