Olneyville Travel Guide
Providence
Popular places to visit
Brown University
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to 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.
Providence College
Explore the campus of Providence College during your trip to Providence. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Top hotels in Olneyville
Omni Providence Hotel
"Location, staff help, restaurants and coffee shops selection and proximity to venues all excellent"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
"Great boutique hotel- lots of charm. Super location- it’s an older building so the elevator is tiny but fun! The room was large and the bathroom was well appointed and modern. Staff was super friendly and helpful- overall, great stay."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
"Convenient to the airport and a great hot breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
"Great location close to airport . Would stay again and very clean ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino & Hotel
"Never been there before but hotel was priced right and attached to the casino and a few places to eat. Well maintained, very clean with a nice indoor pool and workout room that’s good enough. Certainly recommend and will stay there again when I’m in RI."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Providence Airport Warwick
"Signage makes it easy to walk here from the terminal. There's a little store in the lobby that has some snacks and beverages that is open late, so it's perfect for late arrivals."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olneyville
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.
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.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like The Wilbury Theatre Group and Long Live Beer Works.
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.
Elmhurst
While visiting Elmhurst, you might make a stop by sights like Phillips Memorial Library and Schneider Arena.
Downtown Providence
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
