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Roanoke by train

Art galleries and railroad history

Downtown Roanoke offers two museums a short walk from the train platform. Their closed days matter, especially early in the week.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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A leafy tree, pedestrian plaza, and donut truck at Roanoke Market Square.
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Places near Roanoke station

culture

Taubman Museum of Art

See changing art exhibitions in a distinctive downtown museum near the City Market.

10 min walking allowance each way1h 15m suggested visit

Thursday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM; Sunday noon–5 PM. Closed Monday–Wednesday and published major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Special evening events are not included.

General admission is free. Some programs have separate registration; this plan uses regular gallery hours.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.
culture

Virginia Museum of Transportation

Explore transportation exhibits and the outdoor rail yard, with time to focus on the locomotives.

15 min walking allowance each way1h 30m suggested visit

Tuesday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM; Sunday 1–5 PM. Monday is outside the published visiting schedule. Holiday exceptions were not verified; check directly for Thanksgiving and winter holidays.

Admission required. Some exhibits are outdoors; train rides and special events are not included.

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Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.

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