Popular places to visit
Blackstone Park
After visiting Blackstone Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence.
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.
Things to do
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Top hotels in Wayland
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
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
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Clean
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wayland
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.
Blackstone
If you're spending some time in Blackstone, Brown Stadium and Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mount Hope
If you're spending some time in Mount Hope, Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
