Providence Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Providence
Where to stay in Providence
Downtown Providence
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
College Hill
You'll enjoy the churches and architecture in College Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Thayer Street or Avon Cinema.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Long Live Beer Works and Knight Memorial Library.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to DePasquale Plaza and Columbus Theater while you're in town.
Fox Point
Unique features of Fox Point include the restaurants and waterfront views. Make a stop by India Point Park or Benefit Street while you're exploring the area.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
Omni Providence Hotel
The staff was very friendly and kindly upgraded us to a better room since the hotel was not so busy. They provided great tips on how to maximize our time in their facilities. The gym was top notch and the room was very clean and with great TV options.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Providence
Great stay in providence
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Providence Marriott Downtown
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Underwood-Hale House
Great location. We parked the car in the lot and walked everywhere (note we are big walkers - most places were .5 to a mile away). The house was fully decorated for Christmas which was really nice. Great place to stay to tour, eat and shop around providence.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Brown University
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to 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 Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Providence Place Mall
During your trip to Providence, you can enjoy retail therapy at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Providence Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a performance at Providence Performing Arts Center, a popular theatre in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Rhode Island School of Design
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rhode Island School of Design during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Other places like Providence
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- Brown University
- Rhode Island Convention Center
- Roger Williams Park Zoo
- Providence Place Mall
- Amica Mutual Pavilion
- Providence Performing Arts Center
- Johnson and Wales University
- Rhode Island School of Design
- Providence River
- Rhode Island State Capitol Building
- Waterplace Park
- Kennedy Plaza
- Thayer Street
- Brown University Bookstore
- India Point Park
- Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel
- Providence Bruins
- Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
- Avon Cinema
- DePasquale Plaza
- Westminster Arcade
- First Baptist Church of America
