South Providence Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Roger Williams Park Zoo which includes signage and zoo animals
Roger Williams Park Zoo featuring zoo animals as well as a family
Rhode Island featuring a park and a bridge
Roger Williams Park Zoo which includes zoo animals and a garden
Roger Williams Park Zoo featuring signage and zoo animals

Where to stay in South Providence

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like The Wilbury Theatre Group and Long Live Beer Works.

West End
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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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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
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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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Edgewood

While visiting Edgewood, you might make a stop by sights like Edgewood Beach and William H. Hall Free Library.

Edgewood
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Washington Park

If you're spending some time in Washington Park, Providence Bruins and Johnson & Wales University Culinary Arts Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Washington Park
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
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

2 out of 5
351 W Main Rd, Middletown, RI
The price is AU$233 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$233
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,469 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stylish comfortable period feature 2 bed - Sun drenched - Free parking

Stylish comfortable period feature 2 bed - Sun drenched - Free parking

2.5 out of 5
Providence
Stay at this apartment in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amica Mutual Pavilion and Roger Williams Park Zoo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"It is what a would call a budget stay. Bathroom linens could use replacement. Power strips did not work, limited TV options, but over all we were happy with the stay. Quiet and safe area, off street parking"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Stylish comfortable period feature 2 bed - Sun drenched - Free parking
The Underwood-Hale House

The Underwood-Hale House

2 out of 5
137 Power St, Providence, RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Amica Mutual Pavilion and Roger Williams Park Zoo are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Great stay!
"Property was nicely decorated and room was clean, spacious and perfect for our family of four. Without air conditioning and only two working windows it would have been nice to have fans available in the room. Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

The Underwood-Hale House
Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards

Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards

Middletown
Stay at this cottage in Middletown. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Easton's Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
"Very clean, modern, wonderful layout. The heated bathroom floor was nice touch."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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