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 entertainment choices 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.
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Top hotels in Elmwood
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Other neighbourhoods around Elmwood
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Long Live Beer Works and Knight Memorial Library.
Lower South Providence
While visiting Lower South Providence, you might make a stop by sights like South Providence Library and Big Blue Bug.
Upper South Providence
When in Upper South Providence, you can plan a visit to Bishop McVinney Memorial Auditorium and Providence River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Washington Park
If you're spending some time in Washington Park, Providence Bruins and Johnson & Wales University Culinary Arts Museum 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.
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.