College Hill Travel Guide

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A red brick building with a central arched entrance and a clock tower.
A large brick building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy field and leaf-covered ground.
A city skyline with modern and historic buildings, including a prominent clock tower.
A grand church interior with high arched ceilings, a large chandelier, and rows of pews.
A library interior with bookshelves, a central reading area, and decorative statues.

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A red brick building with a central arched entrance and a clock tower.

Brown University

9.0/10 (1,422 reviews)
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour

Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour

NZ$53
per adult
Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

NZ$53
per adult
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour

Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour

NZ$81
per adult
Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence

Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Real Ghosts of Providence True Crime Ghost Tour

Real Ghosts of Providence: True Crime Ghost Tour

NZ$53
per adult
Real Ghosts of Providence: True Crime Ghost Tour
The World of H.P Lovecraft: A Providence Self-Guided Walking Tour

The World of H.P Lovecraft: A Providence Self-Guided Walking Tour

NZ$18
per adult
The World of H.P Lovecraft: A Providence Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best College Hill Hotel Deals

The Underwood-Hale House

The Underwood-Hale House

4 out of 5
137 Power St Providence RI
The price is NZ$287 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$287
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Providence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Providence Performing Arts Center and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
"My son and I stayed here the evening before he took the SAT nearby. The positives: spacious, clean, kitchen, good hot water pressure in the bathroom, comfortable beds. Less positive: the unit is up three flights of stairs (and there is a flight to enter the house) so a bad choice for anyone ill or ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

The Underwood-Hale House
Michie House in College Hill - Hostel

Michie House in College Hill - Hostel

2.5 out of 5
230 Thayer St Providence RI
The price is NZ$114 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$114
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Providence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, memory foam beds and air conditioning. Popular attractions Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence ...
6.4/10 (193 reviews)
"worst bathroom toilet situation I've ever seen"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Michie House in College Hill - Hostel
Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St Providence RI
The price is NZ$311 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$311
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,240 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel - great coffee shop Lots of lounging area"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Omni Providence Hotel
Econo Lodge Cranston - Providence

Econo Lodge Cranston - Providence

2 out of 5
101 New London Ave Cranston RI
The price is NZ$124 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$124
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cranston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (365 reviews)
"They 100.00 from but say I have to wait 3 days to get it back that's one two when I checked in yesterday the key they gave there was someone in the room I will never go there again I just want my 100.00 back I have to wait wait three days for what"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Econo Lodge Cranston - Providence
Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn

Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn

2.5 out of 5
2138 Post Rd Warwick RI
The price is NZ$182 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$182
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,645 reviews)
"The room was nicely furnished and clean. The shower pressure was especially of note--great pressure! The breakfast was pretty subpar, but the parking was very accessible. I ended waiting at the front desk for quite a minute before someone came to check me in. All in all, a decent stay, and loved ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Best Western Providence Warwick Airport Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG

2.5 out of 5
901 Jefferson Blvd Warwick RI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$191 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$191
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in College Hill

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Downtown Providence

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.

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Federal Hill

Federal Hill is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to DePasquale Plaza and Columbus Theater while you're in town.

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Photo by Ed St Germain
Open Photo by Ed St Germain

Fox Point

Unique features of Fox Point include the restaurants and waterfront views. Make a stop by India Point Park or Benefit Street while you're exploring the area.

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Long Live Beer Works and Knight Memorial Library.

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Smith Hill

Travellers come to Smith Hill for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Candace Street Park and Smith Hill Library while you're in town.

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