Providence, Rhode island

Built around the history and culture of Providence, The Dean is a hotel that values collaboration with our neighbors. Filled with custom furniture, craftwork from local purveyors and found objects from Europe and beyond, The Dean revels in the details. This historical building has been elegantly transformed into a 52-room hotel in the heart of the Providence’s DownCity historic district - directly adjacent to the Rhode Island Convention Center, Dunkin Donuts Center, and within close walking distance to Brown, RISD, Johnson & Wales, the State Capitol and many corporations and historic sites. The Dean is host to 3 F&B spaces, including a karaoke bar.

In a premier location near WaterFire on the river, Courtyard Providence Downtown offers an ideal combination of comfort and convenience. Venture out from our hotel and take a short stroll to the Rhode Island Convention Center for events and conferences. We're also within walking distance of Brown University, Johnson and Wales University, Providence Place Mall and the Rhode Island State House. The Bistro offers healthy choices for breakfast and dinner plus Starbucks® beverages and evening cocktail service.

The only resort-style property in town, Providence Marriott Downtown provides a refreshing travel experience for individuals and groups headed to Rhode Island. Showcasing an award-winning culinary team and stunning event spaces as well as an indoor and outdoor pool, our hotel is much more than just a place to stay. Don't miss out on mouthwatering cuisine at Bluefin Grille, offering sustainable menu items sourced from our very own Chefs Garden in addition to local farms and proprietors. AQUA provides a downtown oasis to lounge, dine and party outside by the pool.

Formerly the Providence Biltmore hotel, Graduate Providence is located in the center of downtown, close to the campuses of Brown University, the Rhode Island School of Design, Providence College, Johnson & Wales University and Rhode Island College. A local landmark, the hotel is bursting with old-school charm.

With European flair and New England charm, our landmark hotel in Providence, RI is steeped in historic character dating back to the 19th century. Step inside old-world charm and let our seasoned staff impress you with our personalized service and meticulous attention to detail. As the only AAA Four Diamond luxury boutique hotel in Providence, we are passionate about providing stellar hospitality, and our personality comes through in all we do. 

Welcome to Newport's Hydrangea House Inn and enter a world of grace, elegance and style where the intimate charm of Hydrangea House is complemented by its prestigious Bellevue Avenue address and where once lived the Vanderbilts, the Astors and the Dukes Our Newport Rhode Island bed and breakfast - located in Newport's Old Quarter is within walking distance to the magical gilded age mansions, recreational harbor, historic sites,the remarkable Cliff Walk, fine dining and extraordinary shopping All ten rooms and suites are individually decorated with a dramatic use of color, sumptuous fabrics, trims and elegant furnishings.

Get a feel for the city at Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel. Our building, once a Masonic Temple dating back to the 1920s, offers a unique blend of historic architecture and contemporary amenities. Delight in unparalleled access to prominent destinations, such as Brown University, the Providence Performing Arts Center and the Rhode Island School of Design. If exploring the city isn't on your agenda, retire to our luxurious rooms and suites, adorned with sleek décor, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini-refrigerators and marble bathrooms for your ultimate relaxation.

Pomham Rocks Lighthouse sits on a small island just off the coast of East Providence Rhode Island.It began service December 1, 1871 with a sixth order Fresnel lens showing a fixed white light. A mere ten months later on October 1, 1872 this characteristic was changed to fixed red. 

A fog siren, installed in 1900, was referred to by a local newspaper as ""the greatest nuisance in the state"" before it was replaced by a fog bell three years later. The light remained operational until it was decommissioned in 1974 when the US Coast Guard replaced it with one on a newly erected skeleton tower.

Providence Ghost Tour is a walking haunted history tour of Providences treasured East Side. Our tour begins and ends at Prospect Terrace Park, situated in a beautifully preserved historic neighborhood and overlooking Down City Providence below. 

Let our guides lead you by lantern light in the footsteps of Providences dearly-deceased-but-not-so-departed residents. Keep your eyes open to see who lurks in the shadows of the streetlamps and enjoy the most unique view our city has to offer.

Located amid 40 acres of beautiful woodlands, the Roger Williams Park Zoo provides visitors the opportunity to see animals from all over the globe' some more than a million years old. Naturalistic surroundings are home to more than 160 species of animals including a Komodo dragon, as well as zebras, red pandas, African elephants, Masai giraffes, snow leopards, bears, anteaters, flamingoes, sloths, and more! 

Kids from two to 102 have the opportunity to feed giraffes, as well as an array of farmyard animals. For something slightly out of the ordinary, visit our new Explore and Soar area offering an exhilarating zip ride and a train excursion through the woodlands.

The Alley Cat, Dark Lady's Little Sister. Cozy local bar and watering hole.

Dark Lady

Always available for private functions... bachelorette, holiday, and birthday parties....heck any kind of party!!!! VIP area available prices upon request!

EGO. Hosing special events and always a party. Strong drinks and fun shows.

Awarded - Best of Rhode Island 2019!! 

New England's largest Bar Arcade with more than 160 classic Video Games, Pinball, Skee Ball, Air Hockey, and DDR - all set to Free Play! Age 21+ Only! 

Retro Video Arcade & Bar with over 160 classic video games, pinball, and Skee Ball.

Muse combines painting instruction with a restaurant & bar' hosting painting sessions 7 days a week at all of our locations. All ages are welcome and no prior experience is required!

Trinity Brewhouse was established in late 1994 as one of the first brewpub restaurants in New England.Located in the heart of Downtown Providence, Trinity Brewhouse is within walking distance from all major venues and hotels in the city. We're right around the corner from Trinity Repertory Theatre and across the street from The Dunkin Donuts Center and Rhode Island Convention Center.

The Stable is Providence's newest addition to gay nightlife, featuring premier cocktails, friendly bartenders, billiards, and the occasional independent live music show. The Stable's cool, relaxing metropolitan-style setting is the perfect way to start, finish, or spend your night out in downtown Providence!

Mirabar. When in doubt, COME ON OUT!

We, the people of Rhode Island, associate ourselves for the purpose of providing a local forum and home for the arts, through the maintenance of residential and work studios, galleries, performance and educational spaces. Exhibitions and performances in the forum will be unjuried, uncensored and open to the general public. Our facilities and services are made available to all artists who need a place to exhibit, perform, or create their original artwork, especially those who cannot obtain space to exhibit or perform from traditional sources because of financial or other limitations.

""The absolute perfect place to watch WaterFire.""

Through glass curtain walls or while dining al fresco on the outdoor piazza, patrons enjoy commanding views of the new Providence skyline while the river and gondolas roll by their romantic Café Nuovo perch.

""At Café Nuovo, fine art and fine food are one and the same.""

Café Nuovo reinvents itself with each new culinary creation. So, expect the unexpected...salads arranged as centerpieces, entrees making grand entrances, desserts that dazzle...to keep you coming back, again and again.

Bohemian Rhapsody' the kitchen borders on brilliance' a splendiferous evening!' RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY

'Whats hot in Providence: CAV. Cuisine: Upscale contemporary. NATION'S RESTAURANT NEWS

'CAV is placed in an elite group' one of the finest restaurants around' Its innovative. Imaginative. Warm and comfortable too.' PROVIDENCE JOURNAL

Trattoria Zooma Defines the Art of the Neapolitan KitchenPassionately Authentic Cuisine, House Made Pastas and Wood Fired Pizzas Using Only the Freshest Ingredients

Classic Neapolitan - Dishes following the Mediterranean tradition, we use simple ingredients to create dishes unlike any other Italian restaurant in Providence.

Made to Order - Our entire menu is made fresh to order with the highest quality ingredients. Our pastas are made daily in our own pastificio using time-honored skills.

You know you've found your Thai home when every bowl starts with tried-and-true family recipes that come from generations of time-honored tradition. At Pakarang, we craft exquisite dishes like our pineapple fried rice, our masaman curry, and our classic pad Thai with fresh, high-quality ingredients and know-how we've perfected over decades and decades of practice. 

And with our gluten-free and vegetarian options, everyone can get a taste of this real Thai tradition. Whether it's dine-in, takeout, or delivery, to us, Thai means great food and good family -- and a meal thats nothing short of exquisite.

Hemenways, an icon in the Rhode Island food scene and the go-to destination for fresh, top-of-catch seafood has been serving both locals and visitors to the capital city for decades. Constantly innovating, Chef Max Peterson delights in creating dishes that utilize the freshest selections from New Englands fishmongers and purveyors. 

At the heart of the restaurant is our heralded Raw Bar, where guests indulge in our signature Shellfish Platter while enjoying views of the Providence skyline. Centrally located, the proximity of the restaurant to PPAC, the RISD Museum, Waterfire, Brown University, Johnson & Wales, hotels, and the RI Convention Center make us an ideal destination for those visiting the city.

The rustic yet eclectic decor makes you feel like you're in New York City and Tuscany at the same time. Pizzico Oyster Bar, and its award winning Italian and Fusion cuisine, has been a pillar of Providence's restaurant scene for close to 20 years. While many others have come and gone, Pizzico has remained a favorite for patrons who demand fresh, consistent and dynamic cuisine in an upscale yet neighborhood atmosphere.

Dojo on Thayer. Urban Art Gallery.

Glass and art enthusiast who has amassed a collection of glass and urban art to share with the city of providence.

Established in 2012.

We started as one of the premier glass and urban art sites on the web. Now check out our new location and view our gallery!

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) presents a full roster of touring Broadway theatricals and contemporary engagements. PPAC has been the theatre of choice in launching thirteen National Tours, including Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I in November of 2016.

PPAC is a 3100-seat, world class venue located in the heart of Providences arts and entertainment district; it is the second largest theatre of its kind in the country. PPAC is listed on the National Register of Historic Places; it has also been ranked by Pollstar as one of the Top Venues in the world.The theatre became known as the'Jewel of Weybosset Street' after its doors opened as Loews State Movie Palace in 1928.

The John Brown House was built in 1788 by merchant, patriot, politician, and slave trader John Brown, an instigator and participant in the Gaspee Affair. He and his family were some of the wealthiest and most influential people in the colonies and, then, the United States. The Browns are the namesake of Brown University.

A property of Preserve Rhode Island, Lippitt House is Providence's premiere Victorian house museum. Built in 1865, it captures the brilliance of Victorian design and represents a time in Providence's industrial history.

Established in 1877 as part of a vibrant creative community, the RISD Museum stewards works of art representing diverse cultures from ancient times to the present. We interpret our collection with the focus on the maker and we deeply engage with art and artists, presenting ideas and perspectives that can be inspiring and complex. We aspire to create an accessible and inclusive environment that builds meaningful relationships across all communities.

The Box Office is collection of twelve small offices and studios constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. it is one of the largest container structures in the united states, one of the most energy efficient office buildings in the northeast, and caters specifically to entrepreneurs, small businesses, and start-ups.

What we're about - Good Company (RIAGP) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting LGBTQ professionals as well as LGBTQ owned businesses throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. We offer a network for shared values, mentorship, trusted resources, unique business opportunities, and LGBTQ+ business contacts.

Providence Gay Flag Football League (PVDGFFL) is a 7-on-7 co-ed flag football club.Our leagues vision is to create a safe and inclusive environment where people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can participate in a competitive and friendly team sport, develop a social support system, and build lifelong friendships. In addition to football, our league will engage other area non-profit organizations to donate time and resources to improve the lives of LGTBQ+ people in Rhode Island. 

The mission of SAGE /RI is to serve as a leader in identifying, addressing and bringing attention to issues related to aging among members of the LGBT community; to partner with constituents, allies and other stakeholders to create a culture in which older LGBT members of the community can enjoy a high quality of life; to support aging members of the community and advocate for their rights; to foster a greater understanding of LGBT aging; and to promote positive images of LGBT life in later years.

The mission of Rhode Island Pride is to create opportunities for integrating and promoting visibility for the lesbian. gay, bisexual and transgender community; promoting equal rights and diversity through public education and the arts; provide safe opportunities and venues for people to come out with the ability to express and celebrate their sexual identities. 

Rhode Island LGBT Center

Our mission is to build and support the RI LGBTQ community by providing a visible, safe, inclusive, welcoming shared place. We will work to create greater understanding in our community and beyond, and provide a place to form cohesive bonds and move forward in strength.

WaterFire Providence® is an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to inspire Providence and its visitors by revitalizing the urban experience, fostering community engagement and creatively transforming the city by presenting WaterFire for all to enjoy.

This award-winning sculpture by Barnaby Evans installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence, has been praised by Rhode Island residents and international visitors alike as a powerful work of art and a moving symbol of Providences renaissance.

Built in 1828, the Arcade is the nations oldest indoor shopping mall and remains the historic heart of Providences downtown. This beautiful structure with its distinguished Greek Revival columns, granite walls, and classic facades still stands barely touched through its more than 185 years watching over Westminster and Weybosset Streets. For years, those who worked in, lived in, or visited the city have walked up the Arcades wide, granite steps into the open center atrium to frequent the bustling eateries and shop in the small stores.

For over 30 years, our family has been travelling the globe searching for unique folk art treasures that might not otherwise make it to the public. We have been able to cultivate and maintain personal relationships with individual artisans, small merchants and cooperatives.

Eighteen years ago, Erin and Asher Schofield opened their special little neighborhood shop with an ever-changing selection of affordable items from around the world, ranging from lovely and inspiring to odd and incredible, and featuring lots of locally-made goodness. Since then, the store has doubled in size' and stuff!

October is the flagship location for Burke & Hare Co candles, a brand that has been making home decor, bath + body and scented products since 2011. When we decided to open a store in Providence, we wanted to incorporate other independent creators and amazing artists we have met over the years while vending witchy & goth craft fairs.

The vision for our store is to blend 80/90s post punk nostalgia with a classic spiritual shop. Our love for interior design brings everything together to create this Modern Dark Decor & Spiritual Lifestyle Boutique.

Milan Fine Clothiers

Sophisticated Style, Exceptional Quality - Unique, Upscale Fashion for Men

Why limit yourself to the cookie-cutter styles and sizes of a typical department store' Come to Milan Fine Clothiers and discover how private label fine fabrics and personal tailoring combine to create a wardrobe that is uniquely your own. With a wide selection of casual and formal fashion including suits, jeans, shoes and more, we'll help you look as good as you feel!

I've been a collector of pop culture for all of my life. My travels in the music business for the last 30 plus years have allowed me the opportunity to scour antique stores, flea markets, and junk shops all over the world looking for interesting items. POP is the natural evolution of my obsession. A true labor of love.

Set in a fully renovated old factory building you'll find 10.000 sq. ft. chocked full of popular culture artifacts of all kinds. Modern, Folk, & Found art. Mid Century Modern furnishings. Oddities, Curiosities, Ephemera, Relics, and just plain Neat Stuff. From the Historical to the Absurd. I like to call them Conversation Pieces. Unique items with personality and a story.