Galax Travel Guide

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the Rolling farmlands near Galax Virginia on the Blue Ridge Parkway
the Rolling farmlands near Galax Virginia on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Aerial View of Downtown Galax Virginia Looking over Historic Buildings in the Downtown Area
This picture was taken on Main Street in Galax, Va. These are fiddles that spell "Love" in four glass shadow boxes beside a music store called Barr's Fiddle Shop which has been in Galax for 40 years. Fiddles are one of the main instruments that mountain music is based on. When this music first started it was called hillbilly music which then later was called blue grass. When I saw this driving down Main Street, I knew that I wanted to take a picture of it because of the musical aspect and the history behind it. Because I have had a lot of experience of the Appalachian mountains, bluegrass is something that "characterizes a mountaineer", especially the older generation. This picture represents the love that mountain people have for this musical entertainment. This is shown through the annual Old Fiddlers Convention which occurs an entire week in August for the past 82 years. This event gathers thousands of people from all over the world who all share the love of Bluegrass. #appalachianechoes
The Blue Ridge Parkway connects Great Smoky Mountain National Park to Shenandoah National Park. It's 400+ miles offers one of the best ways to view the smokies and will give you stunning landscapes such as this one. The drive changes dramatically from one area to the next, so you can see all different kinds of mountain range.
Hampton Inn Galax

Hampton Inn Galax

2.5 out of 5
205 Cranberry Road Galax VA
The price is £91 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£91
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Galax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Twin ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
Easy parking, friendly staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn Galax
Secluded Mountain Lakehouse, Pets Welcome

Secluded Mountain Lakehouse, Pets Welcome

Galax VA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stewarts Creek State Wildlife Management ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
This was our third visit to this property! We love it - the serenity, the coziness, the seclusion, everything about it! The host added some new furniture this time: bedding and living room couches, to name a few. It is the perfect atmosphere to absolutely unwind; although, there is abundant cell ...

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

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New River Haven - Kayak the River. Secluded

New River Haven - Kayak the River. Secluded

galax VA
Stay at this cabin in Galax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Wonderful! Exceeded our expectations!

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

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Fiddlers Cabin

Fiddlers Cabin

Galax VA
Stay at this cabin in Galax. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions City of Galax Municipal Golf Course and Twin County ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
We have rented this house a couple times along with the farmhouse next door. Steven is always in contact with you during your trip. They had an ice storm before our arrival and he made sure everything was safe for when we got there.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Fiddlers Cabin
Secluded Mountain Lakehouse, Pets Welcome

Secluded Mountain Lakehouse, Pets Welcome

Galax VA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stewarts Creek State Wildlife Management ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
This was our third visit to this property! We love it - the serenity, the coziness, the seclusion, everything about it! The host added some new furniture this time: bedding and living room couches, to name a few. It is the perfect atmosphere to absolutely unwind; although, there is abundant cell ...

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Secluded Mountain Lakehouse, Pets Welcome
New River Haven - Kayak the River. Secluded

New River Haven - Kayak the River. Secluded

galax VA
Stay at this cabin in Galax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Wonderful! Exceeded our expectations!

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

New River Haven - Kayak the River. Secluded
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

USA, Virginia, Blue Ridge Parkway. Man fiddling at the Blue Ridge Music Center.

Blue Ridge Music Center

You can enjoy a show at Blue Ridge Music Center on your trip to Old Town Galax. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

Blue Ridge Music Center
Mt Helena Napa Valley

Mt Vale Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Mt Vale Vineyards during your travels to Old Town Galax. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

Mt Vale Vineyards

Blue Ridge Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Galax at Blue Ridge Country Club. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Blue Ridge Country Club

Rex Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Rex Theater on your trip to Galax. Discover the mountain views in this trendy area or seek out the hiking trails.

Rex Theater

Wayne Henderson's Workshop

Enjoy an outing to Wayne Henderson's Workshop during your stay in Galax. Discover the mountain views in this trendy area or seek out the hiking trails.

Wayne Henderson's Workshop

City of Galax Municipal Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Galax at City of Galax Municipal Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

City of Galax Municipal Golf Course

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