College Hill Travel Guide
Providence
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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.
Benefit Street
Learn about the local history of Providence when you spend time at Benefit Street. Make time to visit the churches and shops while you're in the area.
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.
Prospect Terrace Park
After visiting Prospect Terrace Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this family-friendly area.
Providence College
Explore the campus of Providence College during your trip to Providence. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Haunted Benefit Street Walking Tour at Ghosts of Providence
Providence: Benefit Street History Guided Walking Tour
City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours
Top hotels in College Hill
The Underwood-Hale House
"This place is fantastic! The room was spacious and clean, and the location was great. The staff was also nice and helpful. I'd definitely come again!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Omni Providence Hotel
"This hotel needs to be renovated"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"Front desk staff was so lovely, she was always there! Most"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
"The overall stay was fine for the price. The room was clean with the exception that all the corners of the rug seemed dusty and needed cleaning..The hallway carpets were the same. They seemed to always look like they needed a good vacuum. The headboard was ripped on one side. It should have been ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
"Was ok property but not worth 1100.00 but what you expect on a holiday weekend"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino & Hotel
"The pool and room are great. It would be better if you had more options for snacks and food at the front desk. Guests dont want to walk over to the casino late night for food. Not everything is open 24-7."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around College Hill
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.
Downtown Providence
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
Wayland
While visiting Wayland, you might make a stop by sights like Wayland Square and William G Braude Library.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
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.
