The intention of every walking tour is to enable visitors to not only SEE Providence in all its grandness, but to FEEL its energy and to KNOW its heart. Walk with us…and come to know the real Renaissance City! Our Discover Providence Guided Walking Tour highlights historical, nautical and architectural points of interest, parks, public spaces, colleges, theaters and streets throughout downtown Providence. Every tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide who is skilled at unraveling the many layers of Providence's art, culture, personality and history. No visit to Providence should be a blur on a bus, join us for a fun and casually-paced, fresh air walk through our capital city!

A small-group tour ensures you’ll receive personal attention and training
See another side of Central Park when you explore after sunset
Learn the basics of nighttime photography from your guide
Walk away with a new set of skills and photographic know-how

What To Expect

Providence River

Part of the tour
• Admission Ticket Free

Providence River Walk

Trail next to the Providence River, the ideal way to see all that the city has to offer near the water.
• Admission Ticket Free

Rhode Island School of Design

Founded in 1877, RISD is one of the first art and design schools in the US.
• Admission Ticket Free

Rhode Island State House

The Rhode Island State House is the seat of state government, and a magnificent example of American Renaissance architecture.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kennedy Plaza

Kennedy Plaza is a rectangular public square that occupies a central portion of Downtown Providence, Rhode Island.
• Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Street

Right in the heart of downtown Providence, Westminster is a charismatic, brick-lined metropolitan street bedecked in trees and string lights.
• Admission Ticket Free

Providence Performing Arts Center

A 3100-seat, world-class venue located in the heart of Providence’s arts and entertainment district; it is the second-largest theatre of its kind in the country. PPAC is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and has been ranked as one of the Top Venues in the world.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Arcade

Built in 1828, Arcade Providence is the nation’s oldest indoor shopping mall.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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