Charles Travel Guide
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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Activities
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure
Rhode Island in a Day
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
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Other neighbourhoods around Charles
Wanskuck
When in Wanskuck, you can plan a visit to WaterFire Arts Center and Veterans Memorial Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hope
Hope might not have many top sights, but The Met and Brown Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mount Hope
While there might not be top attractions in Mount Hope, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Benefit Street and Rhode Island State Capitol Building.
Smith Hill
Notable for its cafes, historical sites and shopping, Smith Hill is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Providence. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Veterans Memorial Auditorium or Rhode Island State Capitol Building.
Elmhurst
Elmhurst might not have many top sights, but WaterFire Arts Center and Veterans Memorial Auditorium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Blackstone
If you're spending some time in Blackstone, Brown Stadium and Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association are top sights worth seeing.