The East Bay Bicycle Path is a great way to get to the beach from downtown Providence. This scenic recreation path offers much to see on your way that you will arrive at your destination before you know it! This 14.5 mile asphalt path is popular not only in Providence but in Bristol Counties as well.
It's rare to find so much history all in one place, but that is exactly what you will find when you encounter Benefit Street's Mile of History. This is perhaps the most impressively concentrated group of original Colonial homes in the country. See the amazing details that adorn the restored houses and churches, and visit the museums that overlook the city's equally historic waterfront. For information about self-guided walking tours, visit the Providence Preservation Society.
The Trinity Repertory Company is one of the most respected regional theaters in the country. Founded in 1964, it features a highly acclaimed resident company that utilizes the many talents of its performers to bring an impressive selection of both classic and contemporary works and entertainment to the stage. The theater also looks to the future, as many talented performers also participate in conducting acting classes for both children and adults.
Kids are used to being told to keep their hands off of things. Luckily for them, the opposite is the case when the whole family visits the Providence Children's Museum. A hands-on approach is highly encouraged as the kids are able to create their own artwork using the provided paints and other modes of expression. The exhibits and attractions are hands-on and are highly informative and entertaining, presenting such subjects as a time traveling adventure through Rhode Island's multicultural history, and a wet and wild exploration of the ways of water. Those are just a couple of the many great adventures that await you and the kids at the Providence Children's Museum.