Virginia Tech · New River Valley, VA

Your Complete Guide to
Visiting Virginia Tech

Everything you need to plan the perfect trip — where to stay and eat, what to do, and how to get around the New River Valley.

Getting Around

Close to campus & everything else.

Our homes in Christiansburg and Radford are both within a short drive of Virginia Tech — ideal for graduation, football weekends, and family visits.

📍 From Christiansburg
📍 From Radford
🎓
Virginia Tech Campus
Blacksburg, VA
9
min by car
🏈
Lane Stadium
VT Football
12
min by car
🏙️
Downtown Blacksburg
Restaurants & shops
10
min by car
🏥
LewisGale Hospital
Blacksburg, VA
8
min by car
🛣️
I-81 Access
North & South
5
min by car
🎓
Virginia Tech Campus
Blacksburg, VA
15
min by car
🏫
Radford University
Radford, VA
3
min by car
🏙️
Downtown Blacksburg
Restaurants & shops
18
min by car
🏥
Carilion Hospital
Lamb Circle, Radford, VA
5
min by car
🛣️
I-81 Access
North & South
4
min by car
Popular Virginia Tech Events

When families come to campus.

These are the busiest travel weekends for Virginia Tech visitors — book early to secure your home.

May
Graduation Weekend
The biggest travel weekend of the year. Families fly in from across the country to celebrate commencement ceremonies.
🔥 Books out fastest
August
Move-In Weekend
Parents help students settle in for the new academic year. A great time to stay close to campus and explore the area.
📦 Plan ahead
October
Family Weekend
Virginia Tech's official family weekend invites parents and siblings to campus for activities, tours, and Hokie spirit.
🧡 High demand
Sep – Nov
Football Season
Hokie home games at Lane Stadium bring thousands of fans to Blacksburg. Hotels fill fast — a home is the smarter choice.
🏈 Book early
Year-round
Campus Tours & Visits
Prospective students and families visit throughout the year for admissions tours, open houses, and orientations.
🎓 Flexible dates
December
Winter Commencement
A smaller, intimate ceremony for fall graduates. A quieter, more relaxed time to visit the New River Valley.
❄️ Quieter season
Local Restaurants to Try

Where to eat near Virginia Tech.

A mix of local favorites across Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Radford — from casual lunches to celebration dinners.

Grocery & Essentials

Stock up before you settle in.

All major grocery stores and big-box retailers are within easy reach of both properties.

🛒
Kroger
Christiansburg & Blacksburg
🎯
Target
Christiansburg
🏪
Walmart Supercenter
Christiansburg & Radford
Things to Do in the NRV

More than a visit —
make it a getaway.

Visitors often stay 2–3 days. The New River Valley has plenty to explore beyond campus.

🥾
Hiking Trails
The Appalachian Trail and Dragon's Back offer stunning ridge-top views just minutes from Blacksburg — great for a morning hike.
🏙️
Downtown Blacksburg
Stroll College Avenue for shops, local restaurants, live music, and Hokie pride — a great experience any time of day.
🍷
Local Wineries
Family-owned NRV vineyards offer tastings and scenic valley views — a perfect relaxed afternoon for visiting parents.
🚗
Scenic Drives
The Blue Ridge Parkway winds through breathtaking mountain scenery — one of America's most beautiful drives, year-round.
🎭
Moss Arts Center
World-class performances, galleries, and cultural events at Virginia Tech — open to the public and always worth a visit.
🛶
New River Adventures
Kayaking, tubing, and biking along the New River — one of the oldest rivers in the world, right in your backyard.
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