Charles Travel Guide
Providence
Popular places to visit
Brown University
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to 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.
Providence College
Explore the campus of Providence College during your trip to Providence. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Providence Place Mall
During your trip to Providence, you can enjoy retail therapy at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Top hotels in Charles
Omni Providence Hotel
"Really comfortable hotel in a centrelized location. Lots of restaurants and bars inside the hotel and very dog friendly. The boutique bar outside the hotel is so much fun!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"The overall atmosphere and history is awesome!!! I am looking forward to my next stay nest week!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
"The hotel was Clean and the breakfast had a large selection. Water pressure in shower was not great. But location to airport and some places to eat not bad."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
"Great location close to airport . Would stay again and very clean ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino & Hotel
"The check-in process was impressively smooth, and the lady at the front desk was exceptionally kind and resourceful, assisting me with all my questions efficiently. The room was pristine, with spotless linens and a comfortable bed, and I appreciated that the floor I was on was notably quiet, allowing ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Providence Airport Warwick
"Convenient to airport. Clean and simple. Okay for a one night passing through. No emenities to speak of."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charles
Wanskuck
While visiting Wanskuck, you might make a stop by sights like Wanskuck Library and Branch Avenue Plaza.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
Elmhurst
While visiting Elmhurst, you might make a stop by sights like Phillips Memorial Library and Schneider Arena.
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.
Blackstone
If you're spending some time in Blackstone, Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association and Brown Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
