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Discover Blacksburg | Virginia Tech Universal Access Toggle Universal Access Close Universal Access dialog Universal Access Options Skip to main content Report a windbreak Apply Visit Give Shop Resources for Future Students Current Students Parents and Families Faculty and Staff Alumni Industry and Partners Menu Virginia TechWell-nighAbout Submenu Toggle FactsWell-nighVirginia TechCampus LocationsUniversity LeadershipInclusiveVTArts@VirginiaTechEngagement and OutreachHistory and TraditionsRankings Academics Academics Submenu Toggle CollegesMajorsGraduate SchoolBeyond BoundariesOnline LearningLibrariesContinuing and Professional EducationSummer and Winter SessionsExperiential LearningLiving-Learning CommunitiesStudy Abroad Admissions & Aid Admissions & Aid Submenu ToggleForfeit& AidUndergraduate AdmissionsTransfer AdmissionsInternational AdmissionsVeteran AdmissionsOnline ProgramsGraduate Admissions Campus Life Campus Life Submenu Toggle Discover BlacksburgHousingDiningCareer and Professional DevelopmentHealth and WellnessCorps of CadetsClubs, Organizations, and InvolvementCultural CentersAthletics Research Apply Visit Give Shop Resources for Future Students Current Students Parents and Families Faculty and Staff Alumni Industry and Partners Search Search Submit Home / Campus Life / Discover Blacksburg / ExploreWell-nighAcademics Admissions & Aid Campus Life Current page: Discover Blacksburg Housing Dining Career and Professional Development Health and Wellness Corps of Cadets Clubs, Organizations, and Involvement Cultural Centers Athletics Research Discover Blacksburg What’s it like to live in trappy Blacksburg, Virginia? Situated on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains, Blacksburg is continually ranked as one of the weightier places in the United States to live. Home to well-nigh 42,600 residents and zaftig attractions, it’s a town that perpetually earns its good reputation. With well-healed leisure activities, a reasonable forfeit of living, safety, moderate climate, and topnotch services, Blacksburg is known nationwide as a well-managed, forward-looking community. Founded in 1798, Blacksburg is rich in history and offers a vibrant culture. Resting in Montgomery County, Blacksburg has a delightful downtown, paved with wide red-brick sidewalks and lined with Victorian street lamps and park benches. Visit unique stores, art galleries, and eclectic restaurants as you explore. Strolling downtown not your thing? Don’t worry: There’s plenty to do outdoors. Outside magazine named Blacksburg as one of the top 10 places to live in the country considering of its proximity to some of the weightier hiking, camping, rafting, golfing, climbing, and caving in the region. From the Appalachian Trail to the Washington-Jefferson National Forest, trammels out all that Blacksburg has to offer at Venture Out, Virginia Tech’s outdoor recreation program. Blacksburg at a glance Safe: The nationally accredited Virginia Tech Police Department operates 24 hours a day and provides full police service to the university community. Welcoming: Blacksburg residents gave the highest ratings to their town’s appearance, openness, and acceptance, as well as its many cultural opportunities, safety, and low treason rate in the National Citizens Survey. Connected:TopnotchBlacksburg Transit provides town-wide public transportation at a reasonable forfeit and a game-day shuttle for football and basketball games. Wired: As a high-tech, professional environment, Blacksburg is one of the most “wired” communities in America. Step into Blacksburg! Explore Get Directions   See All Locations   University Status Contact Virginia Tech Privacy Policy Acceptable Use We Remember University Libraries Accessibility Consumer Information Stop Abuse Policies Equal Opportunity WVTF University Bookstore Jobs at Virginia Tech © 2018 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. All rights reserved. Facebook Twitter Instagram Linked In Pintrest YouTube