College Hill Travel Guide
Providence
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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.
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.
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 Place Mall
During your trip to Providence, you can enjoy retail therapy at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Top hotels in College Hill
The Underwood-Hale House
Really enjoyed this unique property. The unit is spacious, comfortable, fully equipped, and beautiful. Host was prompt and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Omni Providence Hotel
Lovely hotel! Clean and comfortable room. Great location to Brown University, Amtrak, movie theater, and dining.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Excellent place! Great room!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
The breakfast was very good room clean as well very close to airport only let down the pool was very cold
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Providence Airport Warwick
Parking was easy, and the breakfast was sufficient. Morning staff was very friendly and attentive.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Sonesta Select Boston Foxborough Mansfield
Good
Reviewed on 23 Mar 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.