Scenic stop · Virginia
Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke
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The Roanoke Star is an 88-foot neon star on top of a mountain overlooking the city, and the drive up gives you views of the Blue Ridge that'll make everyone forget they've been in a car for six hours. There's a small zoo at the top — red pandas, snow leopards, and enough animals to occupy the kids for an hour. The star lights up at night and you can see it from I-81. Free to visit. The zoo is cheap. The views are priceless. I'll stop now before I sound like a commercial.
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Common questions about Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke
Where is Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke?
Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke is at 210 Reserve Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24014, Virginia. It sits along I-81, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke?
Typical hours: Star: 24hrs, Zoo: 10am–4:30pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke like to visit on a family road trip?
The Roanoke Star is an 88-foot neon star on top of a mountain overlooking the city, and the drive up gives you views of the Blue Ridge that'll make everyone forget they've been in a car for six hours. There's a small zoo at the top — red pandas, snow leopards, and enough animals to occupy the kids for an hour. The star lights up at night and you can see it from I-81. Free to visit. The zoo is cheap. The views are priceless. I'll stop now before I sound like a commercial.
Is Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke family-friendly?
Yes — Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke earns a 4/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke?
Most families spend an hour or two at Mill Mountain Star & Zoo - Roanoke, depending on kid stamina and weather.