Gondolas and vineyards are not even remotely close to what you
think of when you think of Providence, Rhode Island. To be fair, how
often do you think of this destination? What seems like a neglected
place on the map compared to other destinations, will surprise you in
terms of what it has to offer. Read on and let's see just some of the
activities and attractions that await you on your trip!
If you want some sightseeing and shopping, that's easily combined when you go to the Arcade Providence. It's the country's oldest indoor shopping mall and still has many shops to choose from. It was built in 1828 and the architecture is just splendid! Check out unique stores like the Goddess Closet and Carmen & Ginger. If you don't make it to the Arcade, there are plenty of small mom and pop stores that you can wander into during you trip to Providence.
Food seems to always hold a huge chunk of my heart and wallet when I travel. Food tours and restaurants hold the top spots on my list of things to do. In Providence, there's the added pleasure of visiting the Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson & Wales University. Walk through and explore the cookbooks, art, photographs, and many other things related to everything food.
After having satisfied the foodie in you, go look at the stars. This doesn't mean you have to throw yourself on a mat to enjoy the starry night (although I'm sure you can find a spot). It does mean taking visiting the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium though. Keep in mind that the planetarium has its show at 2 PM every weekend only. The rest of the museum can be seen every day from 10 AM until 4 PM.
If you have the time and really want to tasty some local wine, rent a car and drive about an hour out of Providence to Scituate, Rhode Island. It's here that you'll find Verde Vineyards. There are tasting every weekend, one at 11 AM and one at 5 PM. Soak in the tranquility with some of their wine and perhaps some lunch that you can bring onto the grounds.
This small destination packs a big punch! This is only a small taste of what can be experienced in Providence. Go and find out what else they can offer you on your next trip!
If you want some sightseeing and shopping, that's easily combined when you go to the Arcade Providence. It's the country's oldest indoor shopping mall and still has many shops to choose from. It was built in 1828 and the architecture is just splendid! Check out unique stores like the Goddess Closet and Carmen & Ginger. If you don't make it to the Arcade, there are plenty of small mom and pop stores that you can wander into during you trip to Providence.
Food seems to always hold a huge chunk of my heart and wallet when I travel. Food tours and restaurants hold the top spots on my list of things to do. In Providence, there's the added pleasure of visiting the Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson & Wales University. Walk through and explore the cookbooks, art, photographs, and many other things related to everything food.
After having satisfied the foodie in you, go look at the stars. This doesn't mean you have to throw yourself on a mat to enjoy the starry night (although I'm sure you can find a spot). It does mean taking visiting the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium though. Keep in mind that the planetarium has its show at 2 PM every weekend only. The rest of the museum can be seen every day from 10 AM until 4 PM.
If you have the time and really want to tasty some local wine, rent a car and drive about an hour out of Providence to Scituate, Rhode Island. It's here that you'll find Verde Vineyards. There are tasting every weekend, one at 11 AM and one at 5 PM. Soak in the tranquility with some of their wine and perhaps some lunch that you can bring onto the grounds.
This small destination packs a big punch! This is only a small taste of what can be experienced in Providence. Go and find out what else they can offer you on your next trip!
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