College Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Benefit Street
Learn about the local history of Providence when you spend time at Benefit Street. Make time to visit the churches and shops while you're in the area.
Thayer Street
During your visit to Providence, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Thayer Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and art scene.
Prospect Terrace Park
After visiting Prospect Terrace Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this family-friendly area.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Discover the many delights of this historic park, which features ponds, rolling landscapes and numerous attractions, including a museum, zoo and botanical gardens.
Providence College
Explore the campus of Providence College during your trip to Providence. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
Our pick of the best College Hill Hotel Deals
The Underwood-Hale House
"This place is fantastic! The room was spacious and clean, and the location was great. The staff was also nice and helpful. I'd definitely come again!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Omni Providence Hotel
"Hotel is in good location. Room was clean."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
"Great location staff and property"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"Excellent staff, easy parking and check in process. Clean bed and shower, quaint room had a unique old fashioned feel. Great location. We parked once for the weekend, walked to dinner, a show and back for the evening, then checked out and hopped on the bike path. Convenient, good price."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Graduate by Hilton Providence
"The hotel was a classic! Beautiful decor and classic detail! Staff was friendly and the room was quiet and comfortable."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Providence Marriott Downtown
"The pool area reflected waterfire"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in College Hill
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.
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 Providence Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Smith Hill
Travellers come to Smith Hill for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Candace Street Park and Smith Hill Library while you're in town.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
