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.
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.
Things to do
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Haunted Benefit Street Walking Tour at Ghosts of Providence
Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
Providence: Benefit Street History Guided Walking Tour
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
"Great hotel. Buffet breakfast in Fleur was meh."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
"The front desk clerk was very helpful. He asked where we would like our room. I just said on a quiet floor. He put us on the perfect quiet floor. The beds slept well and the room air conditioning was quiet. Breakfast was good. The location was perfect for the airport car rental return."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"We booked this hotel because our previous stay had been great. This time, however, we were assigned a room that simply should not be a hotel room. It should be storage. It was/is stationed directly above the Boombox Bar (actual name). It was impossible to sleep in the room until the bar closed at ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Providence
"Loved the room. The beds were comfortable and everyone slept great! The bathroom was clean and everything worked great. The bathroom is very dated and not visually appealing. I’ve stayed in a couple other graduate hotels and the bathrooms were much better. These need updating. But everything else ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Providence Marriott Downtown
"The pool area reflected waterfire"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in College Hill
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.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to DePasquale Plaza and Columbus Theater while you're in town.
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.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
