With the pressures of deadlines and work and bills and everyday life, sometimes you both feel like escaping it all. While you may not be able to escape as far away as you would like, maybe a romantic date on the New England Fast Ferry will create a special memory for the two of you. This ferry covers the area from Providence to Newport and back. Rides are between an hour and an hour and a half, so you can make a little getaway before you both have to come back to reality!
Satisfy your appetite for history with a visit to the highly unique Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson and Wales University. See impressive exhibits and attractions like American cast iron stoves that date back to the 1800s, ancient Roman silverware, a huge cookbook collection and over 4,000 menus from all over the world. The various exhibits also feature such appetizing fare as the history of the microwave, authentic parts of classic diners, and a history of open hearths. This fun and entertaining venue offers quite a lot to sink your teeth into!
The Cellar Stories Bookstore resembles more of an attic warehouse that contains an excellent collection of new and used books. But despite that minor discrepancy, the real story here is all about the stories you'll find in this amazing selection of tomes. Whether you're searching for collectible first editions, science fiction novels or accounts of military history, Cellar Stories most likely has what you're looking for. In addition to the incredible array of books, you'll also find volumes that focus on Rhode Island nautical art.