Popular places to visit
Blackstone Park
After visiting Blackstone Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence.
Brown University
Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Discover the many delights of this historic park, which features ponds, rolling landscapes and numerous attractions, including a museum, zoo and botanical gardens.
Amica Mutual Pavilion
Catch an event at Amica Mutual Pavilion during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Providence Performing Arts Center
See local and international acts performing live music, Broadway shows, stand-up comedy, circus and more at this enormous 1920s movie theater.
WaterFire Arts Center
You can study the exhibits at WaterFire Arts Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure
Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
Private Professional Photoshoot in Providence
Private Professional Photoshoot in Rhode Island
Top hotels in Wayland
Omni Providence Hotel
Very clean and welcoming
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
I stayed in this same hotel room for quite a longer stay than originally expected. Over the 6 weeks I was here, the staff was incredible. Every person was kind, friendly and helpful in whatever way possible. They all greeted my seven month old baby every day with a smile and a conversation. I truly ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Hotel Providence
Nice room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Providence Airport/Warwick
Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
I had dinner and breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant and both meals were good. The location is within walking distance to an mall and a variety of food options.
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Providence Marriott Downtown
Staff was excellent and seemed very happy to be there. We are impressed. Staff demeanor is an underrated and under appreciated facet of hospitality that is eroding in the travel and leisure labor force. But not here. Thank you. Happy new year!
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wayland
Fox Point
Unique features of Fox Point include the restaurants and waterfront views. Make a stop by India Point Park or Providence Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
College Hill
You'll enjoy the churches and architecture in College Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Thayer Street or Avon Cinema.
Blackstone
If you're spending some time in Blackstone, Brown Stadium and Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Hope
While visiting Mount Hope, you might make a stop by sights like Everett Dance Theatre and Rochambeau Branch Providence Public Library.
Downtown Providence
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Westminster Arcade.
Hope
Hope might not have many top sights, but The Met and Brown Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
