Popular places to visit
Brown University
Walk around the campus of Brown University, a top college in Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the 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.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
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.
WaterFire Arts Center
You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Top hotels in Elmwood
Omni Providence Hotel
Beautiful hotel, very clean, amazing views and the staff were unbelievably great. Highly recommend staying here if your spending time in Providence.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Providence - Airport
Room was spotless,had everything i needed It was very safe to walk around and night and staff was great
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
👍 very
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
Small, comfy, well appointed room. Friendly staff, cool speakeasy was open. Didn't get to breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Clean
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was clean and perfect . Just wish the room had a small fridge . And didn’t have to pay for parking the parking is limited and never had a spot I had to make my own parking space .
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Elmwood
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like The Wilbury Theatre Group and Long Live Beer Works.
Lower South Providence
While visiting Lower South Providence, you might make a stop by sights like Big Blue Bug and South Providence Library.
Upper South Providence
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Upper South Providence and surrounding area, you can visit Providence River and Providence Performing Arts Center.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to DePasquale Plaza or Columbus Theater.
Downtown Providence
Travelers to Downtown Providence praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
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.
