West End Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Brown University

Brown University

Enjoy the student vibe around Brown University, a top university in Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Brown University
Rhode Island featuring a garden

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.

Roger Williams Park Zoo
Amica Mutual Pavilion

Amica Mutual Pavilion

Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Amica Mutual Pavilion
WaterFire Providence which includes a city and a river or creek

WaterFire Arts Center

You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

WaterFire Arts Center
Providence Performing Arts Center which includes street scenes

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
Thayer Street

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.

Thayer Street

Activities

Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence

Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence

AU$45
per adult
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

AU$45
per adult
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Power and Politics: The Struggle for the Soul of Providence Tour

Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour

AU$45
per adult
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
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Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals

Michie Hostel

Michie Hostel

1 out of 5
41 Central St, Providence, RI
The price is AU$116 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$116
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Amica Mutual Pavilion and Roger Williams ...
5.2/10 (21 reviews)
"DO NOT STAY HERE 1. The property is located in an area that I did not feel safe to walk around in. Being stared at by numerous large groups of people as they were setting fireworks off outside the building in broad daylight. 2. The hostel is located directed above a nightclub, which is not stated ..."

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

Michie Hostel
Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI
The price is AU$278 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$278
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,786 reviews)
"Great hotel, very comfortable with a massive bed. Bedding was soft and cozy and everything was perfect! Would definitely recommend. Self parked in the multi storey right next door and walked through the internal walkway to the hotel, very easy."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Omni Providence Hotel
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
400 Knight St, Warwick, RI
The price is AU$222 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$222
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Good hotel. We stay for one night."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn

Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn

2.5 out of 5
2138 Post Rd, Warwick, RI
The price is AU$171 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$171
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,323 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area

Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area

3 out of 5
213 Taunton Ave, Seekonk, MA
The price is AU$134 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$134
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seekonk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
6.4/10 (1,090 reviews)
"My room was clean and great. The stairs and hallways could use deeper cleaning. I also liked I didn't have an elevator to my room, only stairs."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport

3.5 out of 5
2100 Post Rd, Warwick, RI
The price is AU$174 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$174
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Roger Williams Park Zoo and ...
5.8/10 (1,020 reviews)
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"My room was clean and comfortable. After finally arriving on foot the front desk personel were very curteous and helpful."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around West End

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Elmwood

While Elmwood isn't home to many top sights, The Sentinel Dog and Todd Morsilli Clay Court Tennis Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Elmwood
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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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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.

Federal Hill
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Olneyville

Though Olneyville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like WaterFire Arts Center and DePasquale Plaza.

Olneyville
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Lower South Providence

While visiting Lower South Providence, you might make a stop by sights like Big Blue Bug and South Providence Library.

Lower South Providence
Rhode Island featuring a house

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.

Downtown Providence

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