Downtown Providence Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Providence
Popular places to visit
![Amica Mutual Pavilion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0d3acb1564740e41350a737a849f537c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a3286f5e5f6fca861e88dc3152504495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 entertainment choices and great live music.
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Waterplace Park
Explore the great outdoors at Waterplace Park, a lovely green space in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
![Providence Children's Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/426aa97afcb7c844927ddf7660e92354.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Providence Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Providence Children's Museum during your travels to Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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Biltmore Park
Explore the great outdoors at Biltmore Park, a lovely green space in Providence. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
![Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47069044/95a744fe-3e06-4b0a-a065-951140f0c5e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Providence
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Fox Point
Unique features of Fox Point include the restaurants and waterfront views. Make a stop by India Point Park or Providence Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
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College Hill
You'll enjoy the churches and architecture in College Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Thayer Street or Brown University Bookstore.
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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.
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Upper South Providence
If you're spending some time in Upper South Providence, Mattie Smith Tot Lot and Davey Lopes Park are top sights worth seeing.
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Smith Hill
Travellers come to Smith Hill for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Candace Street Park and Boyle Square while you're in town.
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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.
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