Discover Providence Guided Sightseeing Tour
from $45.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Join us for this delightful tour of one of America’s favorite cities! As you relax comfortably on our climate-controlled tour bus, we will take you to the most exciting neighborhoods in Rhode Island’s capital city, and tell you the story of this special place and its most famous citizens. From America’s first hero to the mafia to the mayor, this city is filled with intriguing tales. As we travel from College Hill to Federal Hill, and Brown University to the State House, you will admire the loveliest settings in the city, and discover places you will want to go back to and explore on your own. Along the way, there will be opportunities for you to get out, take pictures, and see things up close. Enjoyed by all ages, get ready for one of the most enjoyable tours you have ever taken!
1 hour 45 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Outside Providence visitor's center
Itinerary
- 1Brown University
You will visit the College Green and learn about this prestigious Ivy League university
- 2Historic Federal Hill
You will have the opportunity to get off the tour bus and explore the cafes, markets, and pastry shops
- 3Benefit Street
You will take in the architecture of stately College Hill, including the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence and one of the oldest libraries in America
- 4WaterFire
You will learn about WaterFire, Providence's most famous art installation and how the opening of the rivers transformed the city
- 5Prospect Terrace
You will learn the story of Roger Williams, and the principles that began Rhode Island
What's included
- Tour Guide
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be aware that during your tour the tour guide may take pictures of your tour group which could be used in future marketing materials or shared on one of our social media pages, if it’s a really great picture! If you would like to be tagged in a photo, or if you don’t want to be included in a photo, please let the tour guide know.
- All Experience Rhode Island tours are subject to a tour minimum. We will notify you beforehand if we didn't reach the minimum number of passengers required. Please make sure you have a valid contact information
