Hartford 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.
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
You can take time to visit Amica Mutual Pavilion during your travels to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
Rhode Island State Capitol Building
After visiting Rhode Island State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Hartford
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.
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.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like The Wilbury Theatre Group and Long Live Beer Works.
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.
Elmhurst
While visiting Elmhurst, you might make a stop by sights like Phillips Memorial Library and Schneider Arena.
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.