Things to Do in the Providence Area
In Providence you can do your own thing. Sample the latest dishes at a red-hot restaurant. Score a one-of-a-kind find in distinctive neighborhood shops. We’ve got tons of public art, great museums, award-winning theater and cool music. Plus, we’re affordable and easy to get to. With so many options, you can curate a vacation that is uniquely yours. Pick your Providence today.
Sign Up For Our E-Newsletter Now >
WaterFire Providence
Providence's signature event is WaterFire, an award-winning fire sculpture installation on the three rivers in downtown Providence. Created by local artist Barnaby Evans, WaterFire has become a must-see for visitors.
Providence Area Attractions
You'll find a wide variety of attractions in Providence and throughout Rhode Island. Take a look below and start planning some fun.
Base Station VR Lounge
Base Station VR Lounge is Rhode Island’s first dedicated virtual reality arcade/lounge. Whether...
Dave & Buster's of Providence
Dave & Buster's is the most fun you can have, all under one roof! Dave & Buster's is the one and...
Experience Rhode Island Tours
A family-owned business, Experience RI was started by brothers who grew up in Rhode Island. Together...
Gather: Glass Blowing Studio
Gather is a dynamic, multi-faceted studio of creators who make memorable glassblowing experiences...
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Set in one of Newport's most magnificent architectural sites, the Hall of Fame features a...
La Gondola
Want to enjoy an authentic Venetian experience in the heart of Providence? Take a journey with us...
Mulligan's Island Golf & Entertainment
Adventure awaits at Mulligan’s Island! Imagine a picturesque getaway in the heart of Rhode Island...
Providence Children's Museum
Providence Children’s Museum, Rhode Island’s only hands-on museum especially for children and their...
Historic Providence
Today, many of Providence's historic landmarks are open to the public, including the RISD Museum, the state's leading museum of art and design; the John Brown House Museum, a landmark from the 18th century; and the Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, an American National Historic Landmark.
Events in Providence
Bring Your Own Improv’s Family Friendly Comedy Show
- May 10, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
Dragons & Mythical Creatures
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
- May 10, 2024 - Aug 11, 2024
Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park - 10th Year
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
- May 10, 2024 - Sep 27, 2024
Wicked Tulips Exeter, RI U-Pick Event
- May 10, 2024 - May 11, 2024
HOODS UP! Weekend at Newport Car Museum
- May 11, 2024 - May 12, 2024
Mimosa Cruises
- Providence River Boat Company
- May 11, 2024 - Oct 6, 2024
Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
- Providence River Boat Company
- May 11, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
- Providence Ghost Tour, LLC
- May 11, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
Private Boat Charters
- Providence River Boat Company
- May 11, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024
Ballet RI presents "Cinderella"
- Veterans Memorial Auditorium (The VETS)
- May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024
Bring Your Own Improv’s Caffeinated Insomniacs Comedy Show
- May 10, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
Bring Your Own Improv’s Family Friendly Comedy Show
- May 10, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
Bristol Art Museum to Host South Coast Artists Members’ Invitational Exhibit
- May 10, 2024 - May 25, 2024
Comedy @ The Hide Speakeasy
- The George
- May 10, 2024 - Jun 8, 2024
Dan Soder
- Comedy Connection of Rhode Island
- May 10, 2024 - May 11, 2024
Lippitt House Museum: Guided Museum Tours
- Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum
- May 10, 2024 - Oct 25, 2024
Providence Ghost Tour
- Providence Ghost Tour, LLC
- May 10, 2024 - Sep 12, 2024
SHEN YUN 2024
- Providence Performing Arts Center
- May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024
Appy Hour at the Alley!
- Moonshine Alley
- May 10, 2024 - Mar 13, 2025
Downcity Providence Food Tour
- Rhode Island Red Food Tours
- May 10, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park - 10th Year
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
- May 10, 2024 - Sep 27, 2024
GPub House Party Nights
- Providence G Pub
- May 10, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
- Rhode Island Red Food Tours
- May 10, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
"Jazz It Up" with Sarto every Saturday Night!
- Sarto
- May 11, 2024 - Feb 1, 2025
Comedy BRUNCH Tour!
- Comedy Bus
- May 11, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024
Crime and Cuisine on Federal Hill
- Giuseppe Garibaldi Park and the Welcome Gateway
- May 11, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024
Bring Your Own Improv’s Caffeinated Insomniacs Comedy Show
- May 10, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024
Comedy @ The Hide Speakeasy
- The George
- May 10, 2024 - Jun 8, 2024
Dan Soder
- Comedy Connection of Rhode Island
- May 10, 2024 - May 11, 2024
DJ NIGHT
- May 10, 2024 - Mar 28, 2025
GPub House Party Nights
- Providence G Pub
- May 10, 2024 - Jun 28, 2024
Reverie Ultra Lounge
- Rooftop at the Providence G
- May 10, 2024 - Mar 7, 2025
Reverie Ultra Lounge Fridays
- Rooftop at the Providence G
- May 10, 2024 - Mar 21, 2025
LGBTQ+ Providence
Providence is home to a thriving, diverse and dynamic LGBTQ+ community, whose influence may be found in every corner of our city.
Providence Self-Guided Historic Walking Tours
Immerse yourself in Providence's fascinating history, local lore and quirky tales by taking a self-guided walking tour. Explore the historic East Side, the rich culture of the West Side, the evolution of the Jewelry District, the reinvention of Downtown, and the city's early Black history.
Providence Neighborhoods
Some of Providence’s greatest assets are its vibrant, thriving neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has its own distinct personality, unique history and welcoming community.
Tours & Excursions
Explore the city on foot and see the sites up close on a walking tour. If you’re looking for a more leisurely adventure, sit back, relax and enjoy the views by bus. And, if you’re the seafaring type, hop on board a gondola or riverboat tour of the city.
Local Shopping
From boutiques to department stores, Providence offers ample shopping.