Providence Travel Guide

Tour Providence, its historic landmarks, museums and recreation spots. Providence is known for its mix of progress and Old World charm from the convenience of the public transit and its stops at local landmarks like Benefit Street colonial mansions and ivy-league Brown University.

Providence City Hall Downtown Providence offers many visitor attractions. Providence City Hall, the massive Providence Train Station and the Rhode Island State House are all located close to one another. Grab a bite to eat at Capriccio's or New Japan Restaurant.

Trinity Presbyterian Church Enjoy the architecture at Trinity Presbyterian Church, visit the cultural performance venue AS220 and stop into the impressive Culinary Archives & Museum At Johnson & Wales University. When you're through, dine at Meeting Street Cafe or Pot au Feu.

Bank of America City Center Do some skating at Bank of America City Center, then browse the collection at RISD Works, which showcases art from former Rhode Island School of Design students. Enjoy a meal at nearby Cafe Nuovo or Gracie's.

Brown University Tour the Victorian Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum and walk the historic Brown University campus. Saint Stephen's Episcopal Church was built in 1862, and exemplifies Medieval Gothic architecture. Nearby is Providence Athenaeum, one of the country's oldest libraries. Enjoy the fine dining at Camille's.

Waterplace Park & Riverwalk Relax in the heart of downtown at the Providence Waterplace Park & Riverwalk, and observe the WaterFire, on display every Saturday. Be sure to hop on the trolley to attend Gallery Night Providence, then grab a bite to eat at Trinity Brewhouse or Temple Downtown.

Providence tour companies offer experiences ranging from gondola rides to trolley trips.

Walking Tours Rhode Island Historical Society ( +1 401 273 7507/ http://www.rihs.org/ ) Providence Walking Company ( +1 401 723 2621 )

Bus Tours Conway Tours ( +1 401 658 3400/ http://www.conwaytours.com ) Go Go Tours ( +1 401 353 1488/ http://www.gogowwv.com/ ) Bloom Bus Lines ( +1 800 323 3009/ http://www.bloombus.com )

Gondola Tours La Gondola, Inc. ( +1 401 421 8877/ http://www.gondolari.com )

Trolley Tours Trolley Tours of Providence ( +1 401 421 3825/ http://www.providencetrolleytours.com )

Culinary Tours Rhode Island Market Tours ( +1 401 934 2134/ http://www.rimarkettours.com/ )

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