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Photo: Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau
New England's second-largest city behind Boston (with a population of 175,000) came into the 21st century as a renaissance city. Once regarded even by its own residents as an awkward stepchild of nearby Boston, Providence has blossomed into a clean, modern, cultural and gastronomical hub. With dozens of outstanding restaurants, Providence—home to the Johnson & Wales University College of Culinary Arts—legitimately lays claim to being a stellar dining destination.
Providence Hotels
Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.
Fodor's Choice
Providence Restaurants
Providence is small enough that you can easily reach every neighborhood from any other, making restaurant locations less of a factor than in larger cities...read more
Things To Do in Providence
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Providence
- $161* & up -- U.S. Flight Sale (R/T incl. Tax) CheapOair.com
- $79-$104 -- Orlando: Resort near Universal w/Waterpark BookIt.com
- $249 -- Beachfront 4-Star Maui Resort w/$25 Daily Credit Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
- $339 -- Orlando: 3-Nt. Disney World Getaway from New York BookIt.com
Providence Experiences
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Banished by the Puritans of Massachusetts for his then-seditious advocacy of separation of church and state and criticisms of New World leadership... Read more
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News, Technology
Disassembled gun parts were found in three stuffed animals at a Rhode Island airport, orangutans are using ... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Every September and October, leaf peepers arrive to cruise along country lanes, join outdoor adventures,... Read more
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Best of the Best
Long, wide beaches edge the New England coast from southern Maine to southern Connecticut, with dozens...... Read more
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·Rhode Island Forum
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Am on a temp work assignment in Cumberland, Rhode Island (from Texas) and would love any suggestions for things to do, places to eat/drink, entertainment. Read more
