What's Downtown Providence Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Downtown Providence, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy the neighborhood's live music and island views, as well as its restaurants. Nature lovers can visit Kennedy Plaza and Waterplace Park. There's plenty more to see, including Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
How to Get to Downtown Providence
Flying to:
- T.F. Green Airport (PVD), 6.8 mi (11 km) from Downtown Providence
- Pawtucket, RI (SFZ-North Central State), 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Downtown Providence
- North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State), 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from Downtown Providence
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Providence
What to See in Downtown Providence
- Providence City Hall
- Kennedy Plaza
- Bank of America Tower
- Rhode Island Convention Center
- Providence Public Library
Things to Do in Downtown Providence
- Providence Performing Arts Center
- Westminster Arcade
- Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel
- The Strand Ballroom & Theatre
- Trinity Repertory Company
Other Popular Downtown Providence Attractions
- RISD Auditorium
- Amica Mutual Pavilion
- Providence Place Mall
- Veterans Memorial Auditorium
- Providence River
When Is the Best Time to Visit Providence?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 69°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 34°F)
- Rainiest months: October, December, March, July (average 5 inches of rainfall)