Downtown Providence
Providence
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Popular places to visit
Providence Place Mall
During your trip to Providence, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Rhode Island School of Design
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Rhode Island School of Design, during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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.
Johnson and Wales University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Johnson and Wales University, during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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 acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Rhode Island
Top hotels in Downtown Providence
Omni Providence Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
the front desk person was outstanding
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Providence
Great location, helpful staff; bar is small with very limited (but tasty) food choices; cafe is good for morning coffee and breakfast sandwiches, muffins, etc but no full breakfast options. Room is very small and dated, but is fine for a night or two with comfortable bed and pillows. Bathroom was ...
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Aloft Providence Downtown
Another great stay!!!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hotel Providence
Room was tired, but comfortable. Location wasn’t great
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Providence
College Hill
You'll enjoy the churches and architecture in College Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Thayer Street or Brown University Bookstore.
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.
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
Smith Hill is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Candace Street Park and Smith Hill Library while you're in town.
South Providence
You'll enjoy the gardens and lake views in South Providence. You might want to make time for a stop at Big Blue Bug or South Providence Library.
