Top Things to do in Rhode Island
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Top 6 Neighborhoods in Rhode Island, United States
With the perfect combination of great seaside views, colorful local culture, and endless family activities, Rhode Island is a big vacation destination in a small package. Whether you are into art and culture, beautiful seaside sights, or great family-friendly activities, there is sure to be something for you in Rhode Island. If you're staying in Newport, try a breathtaking tour of the harbor in the Schooner Madeleine, or enjoy a bit of history at Fort Adams State Park. The Newport mansions are one of the most popular attractions around, and the nearby Cliff Walk is a great place for a hike. Narragansett is home to the lovely Narragansett Town Beach and Point Judith Lighthouse, and if you hop on the Block Island Ferry you are only a short trip away from Block Island, where you can enjoy the sights of the Mohegan Bluffs or party it up at Capt. Nick's Rock and Roll Bar. Take a drive up to Providence for some great shopping at Providence Place Mall and to visit the unforgettable Roger Williams Park Zoo.
Restaurants in Rhode Island
1. Benefit Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
A mile of history is packed onto this cobblestone street lined with historic buildings. The Nightingale-Brown House, built in 1792, home to five generations of the Nicholas Brown Family (of Brown University) is a "must see" on the block.
Reviewed By MayLehmannNYC - New York City, United States
Shy of two miles long, Benefit street is a veritable "stroll" back in history as the street highlights 18th and 19th architecture. Modern street lights are replaced by faux gas lights which only add to the charm of this street. A walk at dusk when the lights come on is a must!
2. Historic Federal Hill
Overall Ratings
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. College Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Off-beat neighborhood located between Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design.
4. Pawtuxet Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By 348DavidM - Warwick, United States
Beautiful mix of old historic buildings and modern neighborhood. It straddles Pawtuxet River with Cranston on one side and Warwick on the other, connected by a beautiful old bridge. Large village green/park running down to the river. Large gazebo in center of the green. Home of the Pawtuxet Rangers, a historic Revolutionary War Militia and reinactment group. In June there are numerous events, including a huge parade, large craft show, reinactments, all celebrating the burning of the Gaspee, a British Revenue schooner, which is also burned in effigy every year. Several excellent restaurants in the village and various shops. Very walkable village and surrounding neighborhoods. I always enjoy visiting this village.
5. Wickenden Street
6. Granite Photo, Inc.
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