Explore Roanoke
Discover Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
Visa Information
Visa Requirements
International participants may need to obtain a visa to enter the United States. Please check the U.S. Department of State website for visa requirements based on your country of origin.
Invitation Letters
If you need an invitation letter for your visa application, please e-mail the Workshop Organizing Committee (sd-2025-g@vt.edu) with a copy of your CV. Please do this as soon as possible. Registration can be completed after positive indication on your visa application.
Getting Here
By Air
The Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) is the closest to venue with a free shuttle to Hotel Roanoke. Washington-Dulles (IAD) or Washington-Reagan (DCA) are the closest major airports, but require additional modes of travel (rail, car rental, etc.)
By Train
Amtrak provides daily service to Roanoke (RNK) from Washington DC's Union Station (WAS) and other major cities along the Northeast corridor. Washington DC's Union Station connects to the Washington Dulles airport through multiple service lines/tracks of the Washington Metropolitian Area Transit Authority (commonly known as the Metro).
By Car
Roanoke is easily accessible via Interstate 81 (I-81) and US-460. The Hotel Roanoke provides:
- On-site parking for hotel guests (per day):
- Self-parking overnight: $15
- Valet Parking: $21
- Convenient downtown location
Local Transportation
Hotel Shuttle Service
The Hotel Roanoke provides complimentary shuttle service:
- Airport pickup and drop-off (reservation required)
- Downtown Roanoke shuttle service
- Operating hours: 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM daily
Downtown Access
Easy access to downtown Roanoke with complimentary hotel shuttle service. Walking distance to many local attractions and dining options.