Popular places to visit
Brown University
Enjoy the student vibe around Brown University, a top university in 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Top hotels in Olneyville
Omni Providence Hotel
Beautiful hotel, very clean, amazing views and the staff were unbelievably great. Highly recommend staying here if your spending time in Providence.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Providence/Warwick-Airport
👍 very
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Seekonk Providence Area
Clean
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Very innovative property. We appreciated the repurposing of the property. Reasonably priced, clean, kind & friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
Breakfast was great. Transportation to and from airport was on time and very reliable
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
Small, comfy, well appointed room. Friendly staff, cool speakeasy was open. Didn't get to breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Olneyville
Valley
If you're spending some time in Valley, WaterFire Arts Center and Department of Veterans Affairs Health Sciences Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like The Wilbury Theatre Group and Long Live Beer Works.
Elmhurst
While visiting Elmhurst, you might make a stop by sights like Phillips Memorial Library and Schneider Arena.
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.
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.
