Travel Lens
Mountain hikes, river tubing and a lively Virginia Tech campus in southwest Virginia.
Wander six acres of themed gardens, including water gardens and a meadow garden, with different blooms each season.
On fall Saturdays, Lane Stadium hosts Virginia Tech football, and the atmosphere is worth experiencing even if you’re not a sports fan.
This flat, often quiet trail is lined with greenery. Go early for birdsong and a peaceful, countryside feel.
Tube, canoe, kayak or fish on calm water. Afternoons tend to be the least crowded.
Hike a well-marked trail to a rock monolith atop Cove Mountain for far-reaching views. Start early to beat the heat.
This quiet memorial on the Virginia Tech campus honors the lives lost on April 16, 2007, and offers a place to reflect.
Visit visual arts galleries, studios and performance halls, and check the schedule for evening shows.
This student-run museum in Derring Hall shows minerals, gems, fossils and rocks from around the world.
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