Providence is New England’s most underrated city. Federal Hill has Italian food that rivals the North End, RISD’s museum is world-class and free, WaterFire on the river is magical, and Brown University’s College Hill is one of the prettiest urban walks in the region.
Providence
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Region
rhode-island
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun +2 more
Daily Budget
$50–$320 USD
Getting There
Amtrak from Boston (45 min) or NYC (3.5 hours). Fly into T.F. Green (PVD). Drive from Boston (1 hour via I-95).
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