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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 great live music.

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$46
per adult
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

AU$46
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$46
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$133 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$133
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$280 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$280
28 Oct - 29 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! (2,819 reviews)
"Probably the best place we have stayed so far in Providence and we have been in many of the hotels there. The stay was great (hotel, bar and restaurant) except for the area around the hotel- a little sketchy. Lots of police sirens and loud cars late into night and early am. Was nervous walking to ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Omni Providence Hotel
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$176 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$176
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 (1,017 reviews)
"Everything works"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
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$165 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$165
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,336 reviews)
"Awesome, friendly staff… extremely convenient for getting to the airport for an early flight!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
Colonial Inn Seekonk

Colonial Inn Seekonk

2.5 out of 5
48 Mink Street, Seekonk, MA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seekonk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,026 reviews)
"TV picture not great. Bedside table had some oily substance on it. Refrigerator was somewhat noisy. No breakfast. Bed, bath were both ok. Good value and good enough for a night stay."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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Colonial Inn Seekonk
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$139 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$139
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 (1,102 reviews)
"This property worked for our needs just needs to be painted and updated a little, but overall clean!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
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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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