Popular places to visit
Brown University
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Discover the many delights of this historic park, which features ponds, rolling landscapes and numerous attractions, including a museum, zoo and botanical gardens.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Providence Performing Arts Center
See local and international acts performing live music, Broadway shows, stand-up comedy, circus and more at this enormous 1920s movie theater.
WaterFire Arts Center
You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Rhode Island State Capitol Building
After visiting Rhode Island State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Activities
Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Our pick of the best Reservoir Hotel Deals
Omni Providence Hotel
The holiday ambience was great. The staff was friendly in all areas, the room clean, and amenities a nice extra touch. The only hiccup was that the coffee bar breakfast service was a bit slow to complete our order and not entirely accurate.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
I stayed in this same hotel room for quite a longer stay than originally expected. Over the 6 weeks I was here, the staff was incredible. Every person was kind, friendly and helpful in whatever way possible. They all greeted my seven month old baby every day with a smile and a conversation. I truly ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Providence
Nice room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Providence Airport/Warwick
Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
I had dinner and breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant and both meals were good. The location is within walking distance to an mall and a variety of food options.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Providence Marriott Downtown
Staff was excellent and seemed very happy to be there. We are impressed. Staff demeanor is an underrated and under appreciated facet of hospitality that is eroding in the travel and leisure labor force. But not here. Thank you. Happy new year!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Reservoir
Elmwood
While Elmwood isn't home to many top sights, Betsey Williams Cottage and Museum of Natural History and Planetarium are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Long Live Beer Works and Knight Memorial Library.
South Providence
You'll enjoy the gardens and lake views in South Providence. You might want to make time for a stop at Big Blue Bug or South Providence Library.
South Elmwood
While visiting South Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Roger Williams Park Carousel Village and Betsey Williams Cottage.
Lower South Providence
While visiting Lower South Providence, you might make a stop by sights like Big Blue Bug and South Providence Library.
Upper South Providence
When in Upper South Providence, you can plan a visit to Providence River and Providence Performing Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
