Title: Things to Do in Rhode Island in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Rhode Island ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rhode Island Types of activities Where to stay [Rhode Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rhode-Island.dx241) ![Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6211767/d3838650-409f-474a-ab8e-4b252a3f8b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066575/7bf84de0-ecaa-4f8c-9f38-4b1b39354079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000455754/54f468c3-d8da-4ef2-92da-8129113e16ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507287/5851b749-d2ef-4f33-8cec-ac8ed4269420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183929/e5ad9d27-edef-4aac-a6cc-dc3678c6f489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Rhode Island Attractions Learn what makes Rhode Island tick with the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=241&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Check out our top {64 fun activities in Rhode Island [fun activities in Rhode Island](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=241&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and rest easy knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Rhode Island ### Tours & day trips [See all 55 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3380025/040938cf-d2fa-45bd-86f5-87ff046166d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission 3h 9.8/10 2,066 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-gilded-age-mansions-trolley-tour-with-breakers-admission.a3380025.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351652/9ec4abf7-4a5d-4386-93eb-c9ee4c8eaa7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview 1h 30m 9.8/10 409 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-trolley-tour-viking-scenic-overview.a1351652.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Wickford, RI: Narragansett Bay Seal-Watching Tour by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47470223/e2441177-3ceb-4255-8ea9-eb6b0093e031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wickford, RI: Narragansett Bay Seal-Watching Tour by Boat 1h 30m 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wickford-ri-narragansett-bay-seal-watching-tour-by-boat.a47470223.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47719551/2b323645-d8be-47ed-a803-6d13b5c54adc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence 1h 9.8/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/providence-ghost-tours-phantoms-poltergeists-pestilence.a47719551.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Mystic: Guided Ghost Tour of Downtown Mystic at Night](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46269188/5e495bc7-e92d-4772-8daa-f22e84f17ecb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mystic: Guided Ghost Tour of Downtown Mystic at Night 2h 9.4/10 28 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mystic-guided-ghost-tour-of-downtown-mystic-at-night.a46269188.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport Ghosts: Seaside Hauntings and Hags Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984843/391b7e88-b6ed-4e17-8f50-4afe583b37cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport Ghosts: Seaside Hauntings and Hags Tour 1h 9.6/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-ghosts-seaside-hauntings-and-hags-tour.a47984843.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3380019/f5b28e9d-52bd-4b74-a1f4-c7aad4e8bd72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only) 1h 30m 9.8/10 238 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-ri-mansions-scenic-trolley-tour-ages-5-only.a3380019.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49398464/dff6ea79-b8f4-477b-8451-402b458e3c4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+) 1h 30m 9/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-narrated-trolley-tour.a49398464.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Providence Downtown and Brown Self Guided App GPS Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50885977/af89cfcf-fe03-4ff2-af6e-42a1ded12a25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Providence Downtown and Brown Self Guided App GPS Walking Tour 1h 45m Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/providence-downtown-and-brown-self-guided-app-gps-walking-tour.a50885977.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330410/28b0fe2e-f321-4c03-bf7c-2e86dff16b89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour 2h 3/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-rhode-island-cliff-walk-gilded-age-audio-tour.a48330410.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Providence Downtown and Brown Self Guided App GPS Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50885977/af89cfcf-fe03-4ff2-af6e-42a1ded12a25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Providence Downtown and Brown Self Guided App GPS Walking Tour 1h 45m Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/providence-downtown-and-brown-self-guided-app-gps-walking-tour.a50885977.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3087807/3d5375d6-1fa6-4880-a830-b3d1431a231a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour 3h 8.2/10 122 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $17 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/scenic-newport-ri-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a3087807.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49203391/2551298a-705c-44d4-b609-7d0fcd4f6e50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV 2h 9.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-newport-in-open-air-lsv.a49203391.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47069044/95a744fe-3e06-4b0a-a065-951140f0c5e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour 1h 30m 9.8/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/parasols-and-pocket-watches-a-history-tour.a47069044.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Private Day Trip From Boston to the Newport Mansions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/782305/14414bdc-e263-4231-b877-d75c9f17a17c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Trip From Boston to the Newport Mansions 10h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $1,275 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-trip-from-boston-to-the-newport-mansions.a782305.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45895794/f35b607e-a816-4c0c-aae6-236cf45aeaff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour 3h 7.6/10 4 Viator reviews $12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-cliff-walk-legends-of-the-gilded-age-gps-guided-audio-tour.a45895794.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Colonial Newport Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49041196/9f86bf10-3366-42ce-b72c-a6a585612c7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Colonial Newport Walking Tour 1h 15m 6/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/colonial-newport-walking-tour.a49041196.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Explore Newport Cliff Walk Self Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50800480/22cd8063-f3dd-4afd-8e01-916727c913b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Newport Cliff Walk Self Guided Walking Tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-newport-cliff-walk-self-guided-walking-tour.a50800480.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Native Newporter Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52111729/7993a6aa-cea3-4d1b-801f-e461816224c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Native Newporter Tours 1d Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/native-newporter-tours.a52111729.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Coastal Cruisers Golden Hour Experience in Newport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52119238/7501eb0f-e6dd-4ba9-857c-c8a9fd74ef26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coastal Cruisers Golden Hour Experience in Newport 1h 15m Free cancellation available $129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/coastal-cruisers-golden-hour-experience-in-newport.a52119238.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/438515/6aea4d82-b912-446a-a814-eec3eeb1d551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods 2h 7.2/10 11 verified reviews Free cancellation available $40 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dining-at-hard-rock-cafe-foxwoods.a438515.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Federal Hill Dinner Stroll A Guided Italian Culinary Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50879218/f6839d40-ecc9-460b-9180-842d73588789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Federal Hill Dinner Stroll A Guided Italian Culinary Experience 3h Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/federal-hill-dinner-stroll-a-guided-italian-culinary-experience.a50879218.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Paranormal Pub Crawl: Beer Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47752620/8358814a-7b9b-485f-b0d3-8db616ebd15c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paranormal Pub Crawl: Beer Tour 2h 30m 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/paranormal-pub-crawl-beer-tour.a47752620.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Spirits of Mystic: Cocktail Pub Crawl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48091428/5530c83f-8aac-44d7-8a5b-2a03812e048f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spirits of Mystic: Cocktail Pub Crawl 2h 30m 10/10 1 verified review $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/spirits-of-mystic-cocktail-pub-crawl.a48091428.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Wickford, RI: Narragansett Bay Seal-Watching Tour by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47470223/e2441177-3ceb-4255-8ea9-eb6b0093e031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wickford, RI: Narragansett Bay Seal-Watching Tour by Boat 1h 30m 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wickford-ri-narragansett-bay-seal-watching-tour-by-boat.a47470223.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47719551/2b323645-d8be-47ed-a803-6d13b5c54adc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence 1h 9.8/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/providence-ghost-tours-phantoms-poltergeists-pestilence.a47719551.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Narragansett Bay Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4520829/28bfd531-5892-41c0-af0b-6b8a9e1b8c2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Narragansett Bay Cruise 1h 15m 9.6/10 264 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/newport-rhode-island-scenic-narragansett-bay-cruise.a4520829.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ![Sunset Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/685264/61941f85-a319-456f-bc0c-6d3a742153b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI 1h 9.6/10 143 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-with-gansett-cruises-in-newport-ri.a685264.activity-details?&rid=241&location=Rhode+Island&swp=off) ## What to do in Rhode Island - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Rhode Island Escaping to Rhode Island on a budget? The following can be experienced for nada. **Seabee Museum and Memorial Park** \- Round up the whole family and set off on an adventure through history with each other. **Goddard Memorial State Park** \- Let the natural surrounds soothe your soul. **Goddard Memorial State Park** \- Recharge your mind, body and soul by spending a bit of time in nature. ### Things to Do in Rhode Island with Kids Rhode Island boasts plenty of nearby fun activities for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=241&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the gang entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Rhode Island? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rhode Island ![Providence, Rhode Island. City in New England region of the United States. Brown University, Department of Economics.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502410/cafbc2d3-a9c7-4c73-b552-580831ca8776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Brown-University-College-Hill.d502410.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Towers of Narragansett, holding steadfast against the waves of an approaching Nor'Easter storm system, in Autumn, Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190026/cfbae032-665c-4c0a-ad03-90e69c3d94a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Narragansett Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Narragansett Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Narragansett. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Narragansett-Beach-Narragansett.d6190026.Vacation-Attraction) ![Roger Williams Park Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507287/5851b749-d2ef-4f33-8cec-ac8ed4269420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Roger-Williams-Park-Zoo-South-Elmwood.d507287.Vacation-Attraction) ![Crossways Mansion - Newport - Rhode Island, Shutterstock ID 305323955, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248627444020713/80e6c557-a39a-45ef-900a-7999cb14c6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Mansions You can study the exhibits at Newport Mansions, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Newport-Mansions-Bellevue-Avenue-Historic-District.d553248627444020713.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Building on College Hill in Providence, Rhode Island, United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502415/e4a37190-0702-4206-a7ca-510e3b5425c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Rhode Island Walk around the campus at University of Rhode Island as part of your travels around Kingston. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Rhode-Island-Kingston.d502415.Vacation-Attraction) ![Thames Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328420/89dff1d8-b393-44f8-9ba9-4beb28862d96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Thames Street Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés. [](https://expedia.com/Thames-Street-Downtown-Newport.d6328420.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Breakers and Cliff Walk - Newport, Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502034/d428502c-dbb7-4895-bfa4-f3017e451826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Breakers Find out about the history of Newport when you take a trip to The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Breakers-Bellevue-Avenue-Historic-District.d502034.Vacation-Attraction) ![Misquamicut State Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3822/46784309-a9ba-4a4f-bdb5-f09d2d54a119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Misquamicut State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Misquamicut State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Westerly. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Misquamicut-State-Beach-Westerly.d6328569.Vacation-Attraction) ![Providence Place Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180015/d723c32b-450f-4c47-b31a-f015a864d509.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Providence Place Mall During your trip to Providence, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.com/Providence-Place-Mall-Downtown-Providence.d6193796.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Rhode Island ![Downtown Newport](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180037/0a5d50b9-ec59-4083-9247-11bb75c5433c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Newport If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Newport-Downtown-Newport.dx864829359893266432) ![Providence downtown skyline and buildings at sunset over Providence River Walk, Rhode Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057138/993e3eb4-4ca9-4fae-86af-9f9267df8443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Providence 4.5/5(1,001 area reviews) Dive into the cultural heart of the city, with historic 19th-century architecture, Burnside Park, and the Westminster Arcade for shopping. Catch a performance at the Providence Performing Arts Center or explore AS220's community arts center. [](https://expedia.com/Providence-Downtown-Providence.dx6057138) ![Yachting Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328420/b1d419d3-4cdc-4652-86db-63917fde7d54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yachting Village 4.5/5(120 area reviews) While visiting Yachting Village, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Street and Newport Harbour. [](https://expedia.com/Newport-Yachting-Village.dx553248635976481733) ![Narragansett Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177449/2af89e10-bc50-471a-8a0a-e8805cdfbd2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Narragansett Pier If you're spending some time in Narragansett Pier, Narragansett Beach and Ocean Road Historic District are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Narragansett-Pier.dx553248635976383992) ![Castle Hill Lighhouse after sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976470164/f132c78b-5f0a-41b6-ad57-bea53e41c89e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Hill 4.5/5(127 area reviews) While visiting Historic Hill, you might make a stop by sights like International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue. 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