Charles Travel Guide
Tourist 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 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.
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.
Activities
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Our pick of the best Charles Hotel Deals
Omni Providence Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino & Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Warwick Providence Airport
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
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Sonesta ES Suites Providence - Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Charles
Wanskuck
While visiting Wanskuck, you might make a stop by sights like Wanskuck Library and Branch Avenue Plaza.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
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.
Blackstone
If you're spending some time in Blackstone, Brown Stadium and Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association are top sights worth seeing.
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.