Things To Do
Thayer Street
Thayer Street is the hub of Brown off-campus life. Home to bookstores, cafes and funky shops, Thayer Street also has a college of budget-friendly (but great!) cheap eats including Kabob and Curry, East Side Pockets and Antonio's Pizza.
Stroll along Hope and Thames Streets
Downtown Bristol contains vibrant streets filled with shops, restaurants and waterfront views. Popular breakfast spots include Bristol Sunset Cafe, Angelina's, Beehive Cafe, or Hope Diner. Lunch picks include: Quito's, The Lobster Pot, Thames Waterside Bar & Grill, or The Bristol Oyster Bar.
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Art Museum
A 10-minute walk from Hotel Providence, the RISD Museum of Art has a wide-ranging collection that spans from Ancient times to a Contemporary collection.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Blithewold is a beautifully-preserved, 19th-century garden estate. Tour its manicured gardens, walkways and mansion containing original furnishings and period artwork.
Federal Hill
Providence's Little Italy. Home to restaurants, bakeries and maifoso. Fuhgeddaboutit!
Colt State Park and Bristol Town Beach
Colt State Park boasts 460+ acres of lush lawns, stone walls, and winding trails. Hike or bike along the western border of the park to enjoy panoramic views of Narragansett Bay. Adjacent to the park is Bristol Town Beach, a popular pebbly beach for tourists and locals alike.
Providence River Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge
This new city landmark connects the East Side to Downtown. On the east side of the river, you will find restaurants including Hemenway's, Dave's Coffee and the newly-opened Plant City along with shops on South Main Street. West of the bridge is the historic Jewelry District which is adorned with local landmarks.
Herreshoff Marine Museum
Home to the America's Cup Hall of Fame, the museum celebrates the innovations of the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company and its contribution to maritime and boat-building history.
Benefit Street
Known as the “Mile of History,” the Benefit Street area is home to one of the most extensive collections of 18th and 19th century architecture in the country. Bring your walking shoes — this neighborhood is known for its hills.
Linden Place
Linden Place is a Federal-style estate located in downtown Bristol. Built in 1810 by a prominent merchant, the estate consists of the mansion, lovely sculpture-filled gardens, an 1825 carriage barn, a 1902 Ballroom and outbuildings dating from 1750. The mansion now operates as a historic house museum.
Come Hungry!
In addition to the spots on Thayer Street and Federal Hill, Providence is a culinary hot spot. Check out Seven Stars Bakery, Little Sister, PVDonut, or Knead Donuts for breakfast. For lunch and dinner, check out Caserta Pizzeria, Plant City, Gracie's, Tallulah's Taqueria or even treat yourself to a hot dog from Olneyville New York System.
East Bay Bike Path
Fear not PeloPals, you can still get a ride in on this scenic 14.5 mile paved path between Bristol & Providence. You won't miss Cody and Robin with these lovely views!