Blackstone Travel Guide
Providence
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Top hotels in Blackstone
Omni Providence Hotel
Everything was wonderful.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
Staff was courteous, room is clean. Hotel is under construction so a little messy.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
Loved the property, it had a historic, cozy feel. Only things would suggest for the room is a reading light next to the chair and a full length mirror behind the door.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The attendant Kris was very helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Providence - Airport
Some stains on couch and curtains with a few rips…Property needs updating for sure but very clean and nice staff. A great size for families and pets. Overall great experience.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Safe
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blackstone
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
Wayland
While visiting Wayland, you might make a stop by sights like Wayland Square and William G Braude Library.
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.
Charles
While Charles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Everett Dance Theatre and The Wild Place.
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
Travellers come to Smith Hill for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Candace Street Park and Smith Hill Library while you're in town.
