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Roger Williams Park Zoo
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Rhode Island

Roger Williams Park Zoo

4.1
Roger Williams Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the United States, located in Providence, Rhode Island. Since its opening, the zoo has been dedicated to showcasing flora and fauna from around the world, protecting endangered species, and educating the public about nature and wildlife conservation. The park features multiple exhibit areas covering various ecological environments, including tropical rainforests, African savannas, and the Arctic region. Visitors can see a variety of animals from different regions, such as African wildlife, rare Asian species, and native animals. In addition, the zoo offers plenty of learning opportunities for visitors through interactive experiences and educational programs. For children in particular, the park's educational activities help foster an interest in nature. Every year, the zoo also hosts special events and festivals, such as the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular during Halloween, which attract a large number of visitors. The park has many walking trails and leisure areas, suitable for families and nature lovers to relax and explore.Providence · 3.7 km from downtown
The Great Escape Room Providence

The Great Escape Room Providence

3.4
Providence · 366m from downtown
Lincoln Woods State Park

Lincoln Woods State Park

3.4
Lincoln · 8.3 km from Providence
Providence Performing Arts Center

Providence Performing Arts Center

3.3
Providence Performing Arts Center is listed as one of the world's top venues by Pollstar, and the theater often presents Broadway classics and outstanding contemporary works. The combination of palatial theatre and superb productions makes this a great choice for theatre lovers.Providence · 294m from downtown
Amica Mutual Pavilion

Amica Mutual Pavilion

3.2
Providence · 426m from downtown
Level99 Providence

Level99 Providence

3.2
Providence · 580m from downtown
Roger Williams Park

Roger Williams Park

3.2
It is called the "Central Park" of Rhode Island. In addition to plenty of green space, the park has a natural history museum, a planetarium, a carousel, a playground, a pond for renting "swan boats", a zoo, and a botanical garden.Providence · 3.6 km from downtown
Slater Memorial Park

Slater Memorial Park

3.2
Pawtucket · 7.9 km from Providence
RISD Museum

RISD Museum

3.2
Providence · 464m from downtown
R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar

R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar

3.2
5.0/5
1 reviews
Lincoln · 6.9 km from Providence

Experiences you can't miss in Providence

Featured Culture & history in Providence

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Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour
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Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour

4.5/5
· 38 reviews
Duration: 90 mins
Free cancellation
FromCAD 41.99
Providence: Benefit Street History Guided Walking Tour
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Providence: Benefit Street History Guided Walking Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Free cancellation
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5% off
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FromCAD 39.88CAD 41.98
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
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Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence

Duration: 1 hr
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FromCAD 31.91CAD 33.59
Harvard University Walking Tour in Boston, USA [Walking Tour/English Guide]
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Harvard University Walking Tour in Boston, USA [Walking Tour/English Guide]

76 booked
Duration: 1.1 hrs
English
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FromCAD 30.79
Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour
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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

4.5/5
· 938 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
English
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FromCAD 64.66
Boston, Harvard and Freedom Trail Day Tour from New York
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Boston, Harvard and Freedom Trail Day Tour from New York

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 10 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromCAD 174.40
Breakers, Marble House and Newport Small Group Tour from Boston
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Breakers, Marble House and Newport Small Group Tour from Boston

Duration: 8.9 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromCAD 208.52
Boston University Tour: Harvard University + MIT Day Trip | Small Group of No More Than 10 People
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Boston University Tour: Harvard University + MIT Day Trip | Small Group of No More Than 10 People

Duration: 6.3 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromCAD 266.36

Featured Day tours in Providence

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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

Duration: 90 mins
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FromCAD 41.99
Federal Hill: Crime and Cuisine Food Tour
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Federal Hill: Crime and Cuisine Food Tour

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
Free cancellation
5% off
Limited-time sale
FromCAD 145.25CAD 152.9
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
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Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence

Duration: 1 hr
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FromCAD 36.39
Boston New England Aquarium City Cruise Whale Watching Tour
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Boston New England Aquarium City Cruise Whale Watching Tour

4.8/5
· 4 reviews· 189 booked
Duration: 4 hrs
English
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FromCAD 111.96

Featured Food & drink in Providence

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Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods Dining Experience
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Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods Dining Experience

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FromCAD 52.71
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes
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Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

4.8/5
· 647 reviews
Duration: 2–3 hrs
Free cancellation
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94.7% of travelers recommend
FromCAD 121.04
Boston Seaport Seafood & History Walking Tour
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Boston Seaport Seafood & History Walking Tour

4.9/5
· 104 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hrs
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100 consecutive positive reviews
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FromCAD 105.08CAD 110.62
Boston Universities and Harbor Cruise Day Tour
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Boston Universities and Harbor Cruise Day Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 6.5 hrs
Free cancellation
5% off
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FromCAD 171.51CAD 180.54
Boston: Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour
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Boston: Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour

5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 3.5 hrs
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FromCAD 211.41CAD 222.54
Boston: Seafood Tasting & Historical Walking Tour
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Boston: Seafood Tasting & Historical Walking Tour

5.0/5
· 4 reviews
Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Boston Food Tour: Pizza & North End Italian Classics
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Boston Food Tour: Pizza & North End Italian Classics

5.0/5
· 25 reviews
Duration: 2 hrs
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25 consecutive positive reviews
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FromCAD 91.78CAD 96.62

Featured Outdoor & sports in Providence

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Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
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Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)

4.9/5
· 239 reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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97.5% of travelers recommend
5% off
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FromCAD 71.54CAD 75.31
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Mansion Incl.(Age 8+)
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Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Mansion Incl.(Age 8+)

4.9/5
· 241 reviews
Duration: 160–180 mins
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98.8% of travelers recommend
FromCAD 69.63
90-Minute Scenic Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
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90-Minute Scenic Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)

4.7/5
· 17 reviews
Duration: 1.5 hrs
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FromCAD 43.34CAD 45.63
Newport: Scenic Trolley Tour
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Newport: Scenic Trolley Tour

4.9/5
· 87 reviews
Duration: 1.5–3 hrs
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97.7% of travelers recommend
5% off
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FromCAD 34.57CAD 36.39
Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours
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Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

4.9/5
· 1.2k reviews
Duration: 3 hrs
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97.2% of travelers recommend
FromCAD 67.18

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Providence Cruises

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5 days · Miami - Nassau - CocoCay - Miami

5 days · Miami - Nassau - CocoCay - Miami

Cruise the Caribbean, visit exclusive CocoCay, and enjoy a fun vacation
4.9/5 · 7 reviews · 2 booked
Royal Caribbean ·
Wonder of the seas4
Depart from Miami
From CAD 485
5 days · Miami - Nassau - Ocean Cay – MSC Marine Reserve - Miami

5 days · Miami - Nassau - Ocean Cay – MSC Marine Reserve - Miami

4.4/5 · 20 reviews · 17 booked
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Seaside4
Depart from Miami
From CAD 345
4 days · Caribbean · Miami - Nassau - Ocean Cay – MSC Marine Reserve - Miami

4 days · Caribbean · Miami - Nassau - Ocean Cay – MSC Marine Reserve - Miami

Cruise the Caribbean and discover coral islands with tropical vibes
4.4/5 · 20 reviews · 30 booked
MSC Cruises ·
MSC Seaside4
Depart from Miami
From CAD 294
5 days · Fort Lauderdale - Nassau - CocoCay - Fort Lauderdale

5 days · Fort Lauderdale - Nassau - CocoCay - Fort Lauderdale

4.7/5 · 42 reviews · 4 booked
Royal Caribbean ·
Oasis of the Seas4
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From CAD 351
4 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Bannerman Town - Nassau - Fort Lauderdale

4 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Bannerman Town - Nassau - Fort Lauderdale

4.6/5 · 11 reviews · 4 booked
Disney Cruise Line ·
Disney Dream4
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From CAD 862
5 days · Caribbean · Miami - Great Stirrup Cay - Nassau - Miami

5 days · Caribbean · Miami - Great Stirrup Cay - Nassau - Miami

4.5/5 · 12 reviews · 12 booked
Norwegian Cruise Line ·
Norwegian Getaway4
Depart from Miami
From CAD 315
5 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Key West - Nassau - Fort Lauderdale

5 days · Caribbean · Fort Lauderdale - Key West - Nassau - Fort Lauderdale

5/5 · 1 review · 4 booked
Celebrity Cruises ·
Celebrity Reflection4
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From CAD 368

Group Tours in Providence

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2D1N • Addis Ababa: Zoma Museum Art and Architecture Guided Tour

2D1N • Addis Ababa: Zoma Museum Art and Architecture Guided Tour

Max. 20 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Discover the unique blend of art, architecture, and nature in the museum · Enjoy a guided tour that provides insights into the museum's exhibits · Explore the museum's eco-friendly design and sustainable architecture
From CAD 154
4D3N • From Delhi: 4-Day Golden Triangle & Ranthambore Tiger Safari

4D3N • From Delhi: 4-Day Golden Triangle & Ranthambore Tiger Safari

Max. 15 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enjoy Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National Park to spot Bengal tigers · Enjoy the insights of a knowledgeable guide providing in-depth historical · Explore the majestic Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife
From CAD 267
2D1N • From Delhi: Overnight Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour by Car

2D1N • From Delhi: Overnight Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour by Car

Max. 15 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enjoy the insights of a knowledgeable guide providing in-depth historical · Explore the majestic Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife · Visit the historic Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
From CAD 96
3D2N • Antelope Canyon · Horseshoe Bend · Lake Powell 3-Day Tour

3D2N • Antelope Canyon · Horseshoe Bend · Lake Powell 3-Day Tour

Max. 4 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingMini Group
Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend & Lake Powell: three dramatic landforms. · Bilingual guide shares attraction stories & cultural context. · Bottled water, small snacks and fruit provided in the vehicle
From CAD 699
6D5N • From Los Angeles：6-Day tour of classic West US National Park

6D5N • From Los Angeles：6-Day tour of classic West US National Park

Max. 10 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Bottled water, assorted snacks and fruits are provided inside the vehicle. · Full Starlink Wi-Fi inside vehicle.Stay connected for every part of your journey · Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Bryce, Zion,Arches. Visit classic landform route
From CAD 1,989
4D3N • Lhasa: 4-Day Private Tour: Potala Palace & Monasteries

4D3N • Lhasa: 4-Day Private Tour: Potala Palace & Monasteries

Max. 30 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enter the Jokhang Temple, the most sacred shrine in Tibetan Buddhism · See the great monasteries of Drepung and Sera and its debating monks · Travel with a licensed English guide, 4-star hotel, and oxygen provided
From CAD 1,274
2D1N • 2 day Pink Lake and Kalbarri Tour

Level 32D1N • 2 day Pink Lake and Kalbarri Tour

4.7/5
33 reviews
EnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From CAD 634
4D3N • From Los Angeles: Antelope Canyon & Grand Canyon 4-Day Tour

4D3N • From Los Angeles: Antelope Canyon & Grand Canyon 4-Day Tour

Max. 14 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Bottled water, assorted snacks and fruits are provided inside the vehicle. · Luxury business van with NAPPA leather seats.Spacious comfort elevates your trip · Onboard Starlink satellite Wi‑Fi. Stay connected all trip.
From CAD 1,050
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What travellers say about Providence

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p5ibmMarch 24, 2023
5.0
The scenery is beautiful and pleasant. It is worth a visit.

R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar

Trip Moments in Providence

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With the Crew in Providence: the Riverwalk's WaterFire Rings, the Brazier Queue and the Crowd That L

With the Crew in Providence: the Riverwalk's WaterFire Rings, the Brazier Queue and the Crowd That L

“#travelsafetytips Providence has one of the best free public art events in the country, and it happens on the river.”@ooj99 · travelsafetytips · 5 days ago
Brown University: The Charm of Learning on College Hill

Brown University: The Charm of Learning on College Hill

“Experience the charm of the Ivy League amidst classic brick buildings, lush green lawns 🌳, and an inspiring educational atmosphere that beautifully blends with the vibrant energy of the younger generation 💛🍂🍁.”@จ๊ะโอ๋จะเที่ยว · providence · 19 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Providence?

Don't miss these attractions in Providence: Roger Williams Park Zoo, The Great Escape Room Providence, and Lincoln Woods State Park. If you like Culture & history, try Becoming Providence: Mural and Gallery Tour. If you enjoy Day tours, try Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour.

You can give Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods Dining Experience and Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour, Federal Hill: Crime and Cuisine Food Tour, and Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 4, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Providence is around CAD 36.39 – CAD 145.25. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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