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Things to see in Providence, Rhode Island (United States): 38 places and when to go
Providence, Rhode Island is a major city in United States with around 1,277,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Nature (6), Temples (6). The best known are Jerimoth Hill, First Baptist Church in America and Rhode Island School of Design Museum. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.823, -71.4169
- Population
- About 1,277,000
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Nature (6) · Temples (6) · Architecture (6) · Wildlife (6) · Museums and art (5)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 238 km as the crow flies
What to see in Providence, Rhode Island
The places in and around Providence, Rhode Island, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Jerimoth HillNature · Mountains30 km
- First Baptist Church in AmericaChurch building in Providence, United States of America870 m
- Rhode Island School of Design MuseumArt & design museum in Providence, Rhode Island858 m
- Cathedral of Saints Peter and PaulChurch in Rhode Island, United States417 m
- Conimicut LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States13 km
- Pomham Rocks LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States6.4 km
- Barrington BeachBeach in Rhode Island, United States14 km
- Quaddick State ForestState forest in Connecticut, US36 km
- Roger Williams Park Zoo3rd Oldest Zoo in the United States3.8 km
- St. Adalbert's ParishChurch in Rhode Island, United States2.4 km
- St. Joseph's Roman Catholic ChurchChurch building in Providence, United States of America1.7 km
- Washington BridgeBridge in Between Providence and East Providence, Rhode Island2.6 km
- Capron Park ZooZoo in Attleboro, Massachusetts16 km
- Central Village Historic DistrictHistoric district in Connecticut, United States42 km
- Green Jacket ShoalShoal and ship graveyard off Providence, Rhode Island2.2 km
- Greenwich BayBay on the coast of Rhode Island in the United States17 km
- Holy Trinity ChurchHistoric site in Central Falls, Rhode Island7.3 km
- Killingly Pond State ParkAmerican public recreation area and water reservoir in Connecticut32 km
- Ladd ObservatoryAstronomical observatory at Brown University2.3 km
- Lincoln Woods State ParkPublic recreation area in Lincoln, Rhode Island8.2 km
- Governor Henry Lippitt HouseHistoric house in Rhode Island, United States1.7 km
- Moosup Valley State Park TrailRail trail in Connecticut, United States37 km
- Nayatt Point LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States13 km
- Saint Martin's ChurchHistoric Episcopal church in Providence, Rhode Island2.8 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- History: Arkwright Bridge, Armory of the Kentish Guards, Interlaken Mill Bridge, March Route of Rochambeau's Army: Old Canterbury Road, Waterman Tavern
- Museums and art: Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, Warwick Center for the Arts
- Hiking: Warner Trail, North South Trail
- Food and drink: Arcane Mead & Winery, Long Live Beer Works, Moniker Brewery
- With kids: Museum of Natural History Planetarium, Scary Acres
When to go to Providence, Rhode Island
The best time to visit Providence, Rhode Island is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:17
- FebPossible10:22
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:22
- JunBest time15:01
- JulBest time14:45
- AugBest time13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:35
- DecPossible8:58
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58. In June, 37 of the 38 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Providence, Rhode Island
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 238 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Woonsocket6 places22 km
- Taunton5 places29 km
- Newport, Rhode Island31 places38 km
- Northwest Main Street8 places40 km
- New Bedford, Massachusetts31 places43 km
- Brockton19 places44 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Providence, Rhode Island?
The best known: Jerimoth Hill, First Baptist Church in America, Rhode Island School of Design Museum, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Conimicut Light. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Providence, Rhode Island?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 58.
How do you get to Providence, Rhode Island?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 238 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Providence, Rhode Island as the destination and these 38 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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