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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices 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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
The Creative Capital: An Art and Architecture Tour of Providence
Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Top hotels in Downtown Providence
Omni Providence Hotel
"Halls smelled fresh, the staff was incredible. Always have smile. And waiting to help you if need be. We had breakfast buffett. It was good as well. Servers were nice and prompt. Did not hear much of any noise from the floor we were on. Staff was very accommodating to our request. Ac in the room ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Providence
"Friendly staff, but has gotten a bit worn around the edges"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"Great location."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
"Very clean room, good size and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Residence Inn Providence Downtown
"The room was clean, a great size. We had a very late check in with no problems. They let us have a later checkout."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Providence
"I checked with my husband, who is in a wheelchair, and two large dogs. Their quick assistance in checking into our room was much appreciated. The valet service was prompt in bringing our car out when we needed it."
Reviewed on 18 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.
