Historic Districts

Mile of History Association
Visit this website to learn about historic Benefit Street, steps away from the Brown University campus. Key stops on the Mile of History include the Providence Athenæum, a historic library where Edgar Allan Poe once visited, and the RISD Museum, which has free admission on Sundays. Coffee lovers should also check out Providence favorites Dave's Coffee and Brown Bee Coffee. 

Rhode Island State House
The beautiful Rhode Island State House features the world’s fourth-largest self-supported marble dome. Nearby attractions include the Providence Place Mall and the Riverwalk. Foodies should also check out Track 15, the popular food hall that features outposts of some of Rhode Island's most popular restaurants,

Prospect Terrace
Visit for the most iconic panoramic view of the Providence. The short walk from Brown also showcases homes built in the 17 and 1800s.

Art & Museums

RISD Museum 
Explore over 100,000 objects ranging from ancient artifacts to contemporary fashion at the Rhode Island School of Design's museum. 

Providence Art Club
Gaze at art housed in Thomas Street's most picturesque buildings. Visit their website for information about current exhibits.

Food Districts

Thayer Street
Bustling with BrownU students, Thayer is closest to campus and great for snacks, coffee, baked goods, takeouts. Some favorite spots include Den Den (Korean), Kabob & Curry (Indian), Heng (Thai) and Ceremony (Asian-inspired coffee and tea).

Federal Hill (Little Italy) 
Centered on Atwells Avenue, this district is famous for authentic Italian dining and other international cuisine. The GoPVD website, linked above, showcases this vibrant neighborhood.

Fox Point
Charming streets with cute cafes and restaurants, great for walks! Most of the businesses are on Wickenden Street but don't miss Hope Street and Ives Street. Great spots include Pizza Marvin, Kow Kow (ice cream) and Amy's Place (breakfast).

Nightlife and Bars (Recommendations from the Brunonians)

Harry's Bar & Burger
A popular, casual eatery known for its great happy hour deals for  award-winning Hereford beef sliders, boozy milkshakes, and a wide craft beer selection.

Murphy’s Irish Pub
Open till late, Murphy’s gives you the experience of an authentic Irish Pub in the heart of Downtown.

Alley Cat
Queer bar with fun drag shows and events every weekend. Next door to Dark Lady, a queer club.

Jahunger
For authentic Uighur and Chinese dining.

Champa
No-nonsense Lao and Thai eatery.

Dolores
Award-winning contemporary Mexican restaurant.

Tea in Sahara & Aleppo Sweets
For the best Middle Eastern cuisine in town.

Walk, Relax, Unwind in Providence

India Point Park
Park with a port on the coast of the Atlantic for a good time with the sun and the sea.

Roger Williams Park & Zoo
Great for walks–you can sit by the lake and enjoy the spring weather.