Location: Central Falls
Top Things to do in Central Falls
The 10 Best Things to Do in Central Falls, United States
Central Falls is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 19,376 at the 2010 census. With an area of only 1.29 square miles (3.3 km), it is the smallest and most densely populated city in the smallest state, and the 27th most densely populated incorporated place in the United States. It is also one of only four incorporated places in New England that have a higher population density than the city of Boston (ranking fourth, behind the Massachusetts cities of Somerville, Chelsea and Cambridge, all inner suburbs of Boston). The city takes its name from a waterfall on the Blackstone River.
Restaurants in Central Falls
1. McCoy Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 269 reviews
A popular baseball field (home of the Pawtucket Red Sox) for minor-league games that draws a huge crowd.
Reviewed By apatriot73 - Massachusetts
I have been coming here for years and years. It is a great place for watching AAA Baseball . It is much better in many ways than seeing MLB first hand. The prices for everything are drastically cheaper, less crowds, better parking-free if you get there early, including handicapped and easier traffic.
I would recommend going to MLB at least once in a lifetime though. Many stars come from AAA. The players usually like giving autographs.
Lastly, McCoy has events sometimes, like walking the field, fireworks and more.
2. Blackstone Valley Explorer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
The newly renovated 40-passenger riverboat will bring you on an intriguing and relaxing cruise through the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. For the last 25 years, hundreds of thousands of passengers have come to learn and discover interesting facts about Blackstone Valley, and see the quiet beauty many are often surprised to find! Whether you’re a tourist visiting Rhode Island’s National Park, a local resident wanting to learn more about your backyard, or someone simply looking for a fun and unique experience, we love to share the rich history and scenic landscapes that become extra special when taken in on the waters that created them all. The peacefulness, beauty, and wildlife you can now find along the river is a bold juxtaposition from the rough industrial past that birthed America’s Industrial Revolution and made us famous. 45-minute Nature and Heritage Tours are every Sunday at 1, 2, and 3 PM 45-minute Environmental Tours are the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month at 10 and 11 AM
Reviewed By JEFFREY K - MAYFIELD HEIGHTS
This was a relaxing 45 minute cruise up and back the river. The guide was knowledgeable and interesting, but there's not much to see. There is some wildlife and old mills to see, but I would not call this a history tour.
The focus is on the environment. While not preachy, their goal was to inform you on the poor condition on our rivers.
3. Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 790 reviews
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
Reviewed By ANNE R - New England
RISD Museum continues to be top-notch! we were there Jan 2015 and much of the displays delighted me-again, or newly! Beautiful furniture design-a cherry music stand as eye-catching as a sculpture--some classics from mid-century 1900's still sharp and stand-out well-designed---but I also want to compliment the guides this time. We were given suggestions and offered assistance to see more of what we were obviously enjoying by several guides-and helped navigating some of the more confusing halls and connections between areas. All was done pleasantly and so helpfully-I was really impressed and grateful!
4. Blackstone River Bikeway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By yaflincoln - Rhode Island
lovely paved pathway for biking, running or walking. It is a well maintained area that runs along the Blackstone River. There are some small inclines along the way but nothing steep. There are many areas where you are able to gain access to the path. Be aware It is not cleared after snowstorms….
5. Slater Mill Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
A National Historic Landmark, the Slater Mill is a living history museum and educational center.
Reviewed By jmgraham200 - Madison, Wisconsin
I took my mom and friend to Slater Mill last weekend, we had a private tour because no one else showed up. Our tour guides were extremely informative and friendly. We toured 3 buildings, they answered all of our questions, provided a terrific background to the Industrial Revolution and how Slater helped to build and create this revolution.
6. Providence Performing Arts Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 499 reviews
Reviewed By Hunchat - Chatham, Massachusetts
I have been coming here for years and I marvel at the interior every time I walk through the doors. I have sat at many different locations here and I've always have a good view of the stage. My favorite seats are front row of the balcony.
7. Hartley's Pork Pies
Overall Ratings
5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By ThereGoHappyPeople - Manville, Rhode Island
Hartleys Pork Pie Shop (for take out) is one of those rare businesses that has been open for a VERY long time, has changed virtually nothing, and is still in business making the same fantastic pork pies. The shop is so tiny, I think only 3 customers at a time could fit in! You can get pork or meat and potatoes, but the hot ones with the juices bubbling on top are the best! You do need to watch their hours though. But worth it. DELISH!!!
8. Brown University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 389 reviews
University located in Providence.
Reviewed By tranzactnow - Perth, Western Australia
Brown University is made up of a number of architecturally very interesting buildings to view. We visited the University on a very cold winter morning after heavy snow storms and the place was a million post card pictures. Located very close to the CBD of providence if you are looking for picture shots take a stroll around Brown.
9. Slater Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By NMitchell2014 - Comber, United Kingdom
We stopped here for approx. 1 hour. The park seems very big with lots of different paths and trails. There is also some nice water areas and nice buildings. This would be a great place for a picnic or bbq in good weather
10. State House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
This imposing marble building houses King Charles' 1663 charter of the Rhode Island colony.
Reviewed By tranzactnow - Perth, Western Australia
If you are visiting Providence and have even the slightest interest in grand buildings then you should not miss State House. Free entry during the week will allow you to see a most spectacular building with what I was told was the fourth highest dome of any building in the USA. Contained within the building are the legislative chambers of Rhode Is. The building is quite spectacular and well worth seeing.
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