Downtown Providence Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Dunkin Donuts Center

2/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Dunkin Donuts Center during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Dunkin Donuts Center
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Providence Performing Arts Center

See local and international acts performing live music, Broadway shows, stand-up comedy, circus and more at this enormous 1920s movie theater.

Providence Performing Arts Center
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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 theatre scene.

Rhode Island State Capitol Building
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Waterplace Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waterplace Park, a lovely green space in Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

Waterplace Park
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Providence Children's Museum

Rich with history, Providence Children's Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Providence Children's Museum
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Rhode Island Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Rhode Island Convention Center during your trip to Providence. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

Rhode Island Convention Center

Activities

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Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour

AU$45
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour
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Providence Rhode Island Tour: Self-Guided Drive

AU$20
Per adult
Providence Rhode Island Tour: Self-Guided Drive
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Downtown Providence Self-Driving Audio Tour

AU$23
Per adult
Downtown Providence Self-Driving Audio Tour
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Scavenger Hunt in Providence by Operation City Quest

AU$15
Per adult
Scavenger Hunt in Providence by Operation City Quest
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Scavenger Hunt in Providence by Wacky Walks

AU$15
Per adult
Scavenger Hunt in Providence by Wacky Walks
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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

AU$45
Per adult
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Providence Hotel Deals

Hotel Providence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hotel Providence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
139 Mathewson Street, Providence, RI
The price is AU$251 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$251
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Hotel Providence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Omni Providence Hotel
Omni Providence Hotel
4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI
The price is AU$269 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$269
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,137 reviews)
"Great location! Great staff!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Omni Providence Hotel
Graduate Providence
Graduate Providence
4 out of 5
11 Dorrance St, Providence, RI
The price is AU$285 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$285
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Providence. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,623 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great service. Really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Graduate Providence
Aloft Providence Downtown
Aloft Providence Downtown
3 out of 5
191 DORRANCE STREET, Providence, RI
The price is AU$285 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$285
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)
"The bed and the bedding were very comfortable. We did not use valet parking. We just parked on the street. I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Aloft Providence Downtown
The Dean Hotel
The Dean Hotel
3.5 out of 5
122 Fountain Street, Providence, RI
The price is AU$299 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$299
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. Cool funky hotel. Will definitely stay there again!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

The Dean Hotel
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
4 out of 5
5 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, RI
Fully refundable
The price is AU$296 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$296
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Close to downtown shops"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Providence

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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.

Fox Point
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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 Brown University Bookstore.

College Hill
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Smith Hill

Notable for its cafes, historical sites and shopping, Smith Hill is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Providence. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Veterans Memorial Auditorium or Rhode Island State Capitol Building.

Smith Hill
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Upper South Providence

When in Upper South Providence, you can plan a visit to Providence River and Providence Performing Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Upper South Providence
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West End

When in West End, you can plan a visit to Providence Public Library and Dunkin Donuts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West End
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Wayland

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wayland and surrounding area, you can visit Thayer Street and Brown University Bookstore.

Wayland

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