Elmhurst Travel Guide
Providence
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.
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.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
WaterFire Arts Center
You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
Things to do
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Dark Tales: The Haunted Authors of Providence Tour
Top hotels in Elmhurst
Omni Providence Hotel
Omni is the only hotel that consistently provides me with exceptional customer service — from the valet parking and bag services to the front desk staff. I have absolutely no complaints and have stayed here every time I visit Providence, Rhode Island. Thank you, Omni, for always making my stay comfortable ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
Loved the property, it had a historic, cozy feel. Only things would suggest for the room is a reading light next to the chair and a full length mirror behind the door.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The attendant Kris was very helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
Clean space, nice bed, bright rooms.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Providence - Airport
Some stains on couch and curtains with a few rips…Property needs updating for sure but very clean and nice staff. A great size for families and pets. Overall great experience.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Elmhurst
Wanskuck
While visiting Wanskuck, you might make a stop by sights like Wanskuck Library and Branch Avenue Plaza.
Valley
If you're spending some time in Valley, WaterFire Arts Center and Department of Veterans Affairs Health Sciences Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Charles
While Charles may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Everett Dance Theatre and The Wild Place.
Olneyville
Though Olneyville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like WaterFire Arts Center and DePasquale Plaza.
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.
