Downtown Providence Travel Guide
Providence
Visit Downtown Providence
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
Johnson and Wales University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Johnson and Wales University during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Rhode Island School of Design
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rhode Island School of Design during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Waterplace Park
After visiting Waterplace Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 Downtown Providence
Omni Providence Hotel
"This hotel is faded glory. The hvac unit in my room was so old and noisy it kept me up the whole night."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"The cafe downstairs was not open yet by the time we had to leave the hotel for our program and was already closed by the time we got back after lunch. I very much missed my morning coffee. It is strange, that there is no closet or any kind of storage area for our clothes. When we asked the front ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Providence
"I wish the spa was open, but it was under renovation 😭 Entire staff was very polite and helpful, would definitely come back. Something that I think would be useful but not essential — indoor slippers. Would be nice to walk on the cold tiles with something warm after a shower or just while lounging ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
"Clean and central location"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Providence
"For two days the elevator did not operate. I am 84 yoa and that meant climbing four floors. My room was on the fourth floor. I was simply told "the stairs are to the right of the elevator." The Breakfast was good, when available. It was not always available. Thank you for requesting my evaluation. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Residence Inn Providence Downtown
"Nice location and lots of choices for breakfast. Front desk was also pleasant."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Providence
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.
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.
