Visit Providence
Where to stay in Providence
Downtown Providence
Dive into the cultural heart of the city, with historic 19th-century architecture, Burnside Park, and the Westminster Arcade for shopping. Catch a performance at the Providence Performing Arts Center or explore AS220's community arts center.
College Hill
Historic architecture and charming Thayer Street's cafes, restaurants, and shops await, along with attractions like the Rhode Island School of Design Museum and Providence Athenaeum.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to DePasquale Plaza or Columbus Theater.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Long Live Beer Works and Knight Memorial Library.
Fox Point
Retaining its historical charm, Fox Point boasts 18th and 19th-century housing, with Gano Street Park offering athletic fields and a dog park. Nearby, India Point Park provides picturesque views along Narragansett Bay.
Smith Hill
Smith Hill is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Candace Street Park and Smith Hill Library while you're in town.
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Popular places to visit
Brown University
Walk around the campus of Brown University, a top college in Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
After visiting Roger Williams Park Zoo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in South Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Providence Performing Arts Center
Get tickets for a show at Providence Performing Arts Center, a storied theater in Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
WaterFire Arts Center
You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Rhode Island State Capitol Building
After visiting Rhode Island State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.
Other places like Providence
- Brown University
- Roger Williams Park Zoo
- Rhode Island Convention Center
- Amica Mutual Pavilion
- Providence College
- Providence Place Mall
- Providence Performing Arts Center
- Johnson and Wales University
- WaterFire Arts Center
- Rhode Island School of Design
- Rhode Island Hospital
- Veterans Memorial Auditorium
- Rhode Island State Capitol Building
- Kennedy Plaza
- Providence River
- Thayer Street
- Waterplace Park
- India Point Park
- Brown University Bookstore
- Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
- Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel
- Twin Rivers Beach East
- Benefit Street
- Providence Public Library
- Roger Williams Park Carousel Village
- Providence Bruins
- Westminster Arcade
- Trinity Repertory Company
- Providence Athenaeum
- DePasquale Plaza