Best Places to Visit in Providence, Rhode Island

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Federal Hill

Federal Hill, also known as Little Italy, gets its nickname because of the presence of Italian culture. Federal Hill is home to over 80+ restaurants, and most are Italian. Historic Federal Hill has over 600 positive reviews, and we can’t list anything bad about it!

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WaterFire

WaterFire is a tourist and local favorite. Cited by the Providence Journal in 1997 as “the most popular work of art created in the capital city’s 371-year history” and by Friedrich St. Florian as the “crown jewel of the Providence renaissance,” WaterFire is now a must-see for all who visit Providence. During WaterFire, you can walk across three rivers of downtown Providence when volunteers light over eighty sparkling bonfires on the water.

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Roger Williams Park Zoo

Roger Williams Zoo is located on 40 acres of land, with more than 100 species of animals. The zoo is fun for all ages. There are options for you to hand-feed some of their animals, too! Roger Williams Zoo was founded in 1872, making it one of the oldest zoos in the nation. Tickets are under 20$ for all ages!

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RISD Museum

RISD was established in 1977 and is home to over 100,000 works of art and design. If you are a fan of art or love culture, RISD Museum is a must-see.

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Waterplace Park

Waterplace Park and the surrounding areas are home to walking paths, restaurants, concerts, and WaterFire.  The park is connected to a 3/4-mile walkway, which is a great way to start your morning with a nice stroll!