Local Highlights
Sightseeing
This is an easily accessible, mostly flat, gentle walk around a pond and wetland area. There are lots of birds and turtles living around the water and occasionally a beaver or heron can be seen. Many trails branch off from this spot or you can enjoys the views of the water from the loop trail. An easy and relaxing place to walk.
43 locals recommend
Pandapas Pond
This is an easily accessible, mostly flat, gentle walk around a pond and wetland area. There are lots of birds and turtles living around the water and occasionally a beaver or heron can be seen. Many trails branch off from this spot or you can enjoys the views of the water from the loop trail. An easy and relaxing place to walk.
Definitely a local and regional favorite, the cascade falls are refreshing and impressive. A great spot to put your feet in the water after a moderate hike. On hot summer days it can get crowded with young people and families playing in the water. A must visit for avid hikers and off the beaten path waterfall enthusiasts.
170 locals recommend
Cascade Falls Trailhead
2068 Cascade DrDefinitely a local and regional favorite, the cascade falls are refreshing and impressive. A great spot to put your feet in the water after a moderate hike. On hot summer days it can get crowded with young people and families playing in the water. A must visit for avid hikers and off the beaten path waterfall enthusiasts.
Famous as the venue used for the film "Dirty Dancing" this historic hotel is also frequented by locals and travelers seeking fine dining away from busy Blacksburg.
45 locals recommend
Mountain Lake Lodge
115 Hotel CirFamous as the venue used for the film "Dirty Dancing" this historic hotel is also frequented by locals and travelers seeking fine dining away from busy Blacksburg.
A relaxing and visually stimulating walk located on the VT campus. A must see for garden and plant lovers.
20 locals recommend
Hahn Horticulture Garden
200 Garden LnA relaxing and visually stimulating walk located on the VT campus. A must see for garden and plant lovers.
City/town information
Home to Virginia Tech and a lively cultured community, Blacksburg is known for its small town feel with a college vibe. Many dining options and a cute downtown strip of shops and boutique stores awaits visitors.
27 locals recommend
Blacksburg
Home to Virginia Tech and a lively cultured community, Blacksburg is known for its small town feel with a college vibe. Many dining options and a cute downtown strip of shops and boutique stores awaits visitors.
Food scene
French style cuisine with American favorites. Wonderful place for breakfast and lunch while visiting VT.
80 locals recommend
Our Daily Bread Bakery & Bistro
1329 S Main StFrench style cuisine with American favorites. Wonderful place for breakfast and lunch while visiting VT.
Local staple with large selection of craft brews and homemade Greek fusion menu. Very convenient to VT campus.
58 locals recommend
Cellar Restaurant
302 N Main StLocal staple with large selection of craft brews and homemade Greek fusion menu. Very convenient to VT campus.
Cultured American menu with generous vegan and vegetarian options. Fresh and clean food made to order. Walking distance to VT campus.
40 locals recommend
Gillie's Inc
153 College AveCultured American menu with generous vegan and vegetarian options. Fresh and clean food made to order. Walking distance to VT campus.
Local brewery with natural and rustic atmosphere. Great views and lots of room for families to picnic and lounge.
30 locals recommend
Rising Silo Brewery
2351 Glade RdLocal brewery with natural and rustic atmosphere. Great views and lots of room for families to picnic and lounge.
Trendy brewery located inside an old local high school building. A great spot to catch the local vibe and also be away from the busy downtown and campus areas.
15 locals recommend
Moon Hollow Brewing Company
4237 Prices Fork RdTrendy brewery located inside an old local high school building. A great spot to catch the local vibe and also be away from the busy downtown and campus areas.
Great local American fare with Appalachian charm. Fine dining in the nearby town of Christiansburg, a local favorite.
16 locals recommend
The Farmhouse
285 Ridinger StGreat local American fare with Appalachian charm. Fine dining in the nearby town of Christiansburg, a local favorite.