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City Market

Downtown Roanoke, Roanoke, VA
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Ranked #1 of 4 shopping in Roanoke
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Owner description: This open-air market is the oldest, continuous operation of its kind in Virginia. Year-round activities, including special holiday events, the annual...... more » Owner description: This open-air market is the oldest, continuous operation of its kind in Virginia. Year-round activities, including special holiday events, the annual chili cook-off and monthly Art by Night, as well as local color, characters and produce make it one of the city's most popular spots. « less
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Roanoke, VA
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

This place brings back memories and I am so glad I can share it with my little one. Fresh fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts and specialty stores show the culture and richness of Roanoke. A must see. More

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Richmond, Virginia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011

City market is a developing area with several cute shops, an excellent chocolate/card shop, bakery (note it closes early) and several vendors on weekends with farm goods and crafts. One thing we noticed and enjoyed was the welcome atmosphere, as well as the ease in parking. We looked forward to visiting the area again and anticipate it will continue to... More

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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2011

This is still a nice market, but it's been a few years since we were last here and it seems to have declined. They had live music - which was nice. But the number and quality of vendors has deminished. A lot of closed store fronts downtown as well. Very sad :( This beautiful city has been one of our... More

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Roanoke, VA
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2009
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Being a local Roanoker born and breed. This is one of my favorite things about Roanoke, The City Market area. In the summer time you can find all kinds of organicly grown fresh produce here. The local tomatoes always taste much better than anything you can find at the Supermarket. And theres always homemade jams and jellys and apple butter.... More

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