Providence, Rhode Island Neighborhood Guide
Explore the Providence, RI Neighborhood
Combine the friendliness of a small town with the culture and sophistication of a big city and you’ve discovered Providence, Rhode Island. With its thriving arts community, diverse neighborhoods, and renowned restaurant scene, Providence invites exploration and connection, making it a delightful place to live and visit. Home to renowned institutions like Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design, the city is a vibrant hub for innovation and creativity. Providence comes alive during the summer with its stunning WaterFire installations that light up the rivers on warm evenings. It’s a don’t-miss event on any local itinerary. Nature enthusiasts will love Roger Williams Park, a sprawling green oasis featuring beautiful gardens, walking trails, and a zoo. Explore Providence’s rich tapestry of neighborhoods, each offering its own distinct character and charm!
Colleges
- Brown University , Waterman Street
- Johnson & Wales University , 8 Abbott Park Place
- Providence College , 1 Cunningham Square
- Rhode Island School of Design , 20 Washington Place
Entertainment
- Amica Mutual Pavilion , 1 La Salle Square
- Providence Performing Arts Center , 220 Weybosset Street
- Trinity Rep , 201 Washington Street
- Veterans Memorial Auditorium , One Avenue of the Arts
Museum
- Lippitt House Museum , 199 Hope Street
- Museum of Natural History and Planetarium , 1000 Elmwood Avenue
- Providence Children’s Museum , 100 South Street
- RISD Museum , 20 N. Main Street
- WaterFire Arts Center , 475 Valley Street
Parks & Recreation
Restaurants
- Al Forno , 577 South Water Street (Fox Point)
- Andino’s Restaurant , 171 Atwells Avenue (Federal Hill)
- Anthony’s Authentic Italian Cuisine , 441 Atwells Avenue (Federal Hill)
- Camille’s , 71 Bradford Street (Federal Hill)
- CAV Restaurant , 14 Imperial Place (Jewelry District)
- Hemenway’s , 121 S. Main Street (Downtown)
- Los Andes , 903 Chalkstone Avenue (Mt. Pleasant)
- Massimo Ristorante , 134 Atwells Avenue (Federal Hill)
- Narragansett Brewing Company, 271 Tockwotton Street (Fox Point)
- Oberlin , 266 Westminster Street (Downtown)
- Persimmon , 99 Hope Street (Fox Point)
- Waterman Grille , 4 Richmond Square (East Side)
Shopping
- Providence Flea (indoors) , 10 Sims Avenue
- Providence Flea (outdoors) , 195 District Park, Peck Street
- Providence Place , One Providence Place
Things to Do
- Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village , 1000 Elmwood Avenue
- WaterFire , Downtown Providence



