Location: Federal Hill
Top Things to do in Federal Hill
The 7 Best Things to do in Federal Hill, Rhode Island (RI)
Years of careful urban planning and meticulous restoration have rendered this former rum and molasses trading town one of the best places to live in the United States, star of an eponymous television show and a swell place to spend a weekend. Historic sites, wonderful museums and theaters seamlessly blend with newer attractions on the block including a modern mega-mall, scenic Riverwalk, outdoor skating arena, convention center, plus new hotels and restaurants. The Roger Williams Zoo, with its updated Tropical Rainforest Building where "spunky monkeys" roam free in a constructed jungle-like environment, remains one of the city's top attractions and offers hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. Wander back in time on Benefit Street, where eminent Federal period homes recall the city's wealthy past. For a modern experience, check out the more than 100 stores at Providence Place. Or tantalize your taste buds on "The Hill," a historic area that boasts many award- winning restaurants, from the Italian and Mediterranean cuisine for which "Little Italy" got its name, to Caribbean, Mexican, Chinese, seafood and baked goods. For a different perspective, take a romantic river cruise on an authentic Venetian gondola. No matter what your vantage point, Providence sparkles.
Restaurants in Providence
1. Roomination Escape
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
ROOMination Escape is an escape room located in downtown Providence, RI. We host highly interactive, live-action puzzle games that challenge groups of players to escape a locked room in 60 minutes or less.
2. Historic Federal Hill
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4.5 based on 668 reviews
Sip a strong espresso at an outdoor cafe, grab a quick pizza for lunch or dine in style at a gourmet Italian restaurant in this historic section of the city, also know as Little Italy. You'll know you have arrived by the huge arched gateway, with a bronzed pinecone, which marks the entry to the neighborhood.
Reviewed By TaLeOz - Providence, United States
Federal Hill is full of Italian Restaurants. In the summer you see a lot of people walking up and down Atwells Ave. There are so many restaurants to choose from, shops to visit or you can just sit on the square and enjoy the fountain. There is a little park that has checker/chess boards painted on the tables if you're interested in playing. You always see older Italian men sitting across from the square reminiscing & drinking coffee or smoking cigars. Along with a bunch of restaurants to choose from there are cigar bars if that's what you're craving. There are bakeries, steakhouses, Chinese food, hair salons, nail salons and places you can have your Tarot Cards read. If you are the dancing type come at night and you'll find a lot of Dance Clubs that are open until 2 in the morning. Back in the day there were Mafia all over the Hill but it's not like that today. There were even "hits" that made the front page of the Providence Journal Bulletin. Today it's a foodie's dream.
3. DePasquale Plaza
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Romantic area with a fountain.
Reviewed By lrv21 - Miami, United States
Live music and a piazza reminiscent of Italy. I fell in love with this town. The food was delicious and we enjoyed dancing it off after with the live music.
4. Venda Ravioli
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By 368audreyn
My first visit to Venda’s, but it sure won’t be my last! You walk in and are surrounded by old world charm. The food we had tasted like it was made with love by Nona. I can’t wait to go back and try different meals. The absolute best grocery ever.
5. Atwells Avenue
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4.0 based on 49 reviews
Providence street home to many restaurants.
Reviewed By jerb2014 - Bristol, United States
Atwells Avenue is the main street in the Federal Hill Italian neighborhood and it is lined with a large number of international restaurants, including several very good Italian one. There are bars, coffee shops, Italian specialty groceries, and shops. It is definitely a place to visit when in Providence and most of the restaurants provide very good food in general.
6. TequilaArt
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
