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.
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 Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour
Top hotels in Hartford
Omni Providence Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Colonial Inn Seekonk
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
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.
