We’ve been showing people what Providence has to offer for 26 years, and we want you to come see it too! It’s called the Creative Capital for a reason!

Providence is the ideal, up-and-coming small city to visit. Enjoy and discover variety, culture, and history without the stress and intensity of a larger city. We’ve got gorgeous architecture, unique shops, and delicious food and restaurants in every neighborhood. We have large scale murals and public art on many buildings and street corners, which makes exploring on foot exciting! Even folks who’ve lived here for years still discover new murals.

Get fun ideas on what to do on the Providence Travel Guide.

If you’re coming in from out of town, you’ll want to book a stay at one of Providence’s fabulous hotels!

There are great restaurants and places to eat throughout the city! Downtown, the East Side, Federal Hill, College Hill—there’s no end to good food here.

There are an incredible amount of art and artists packed into the tiny state of Rhode Island! Everywhere you look, there are fun events happening every day of the week, whether it’s a gallery opening, an artist talk, an outdoor market, a block party, or something else!

Not only that, but Rhode Island is the only state in America where you can buy art tax free! Start your own collection and support the local economy with one-of-a-kind works of fine art and handmade items.

All original and limited edition works of art sold in Rhode Island are exempt from sales tax. Sound too good to be true? Feel free to read up on the specifics from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts.

Gallery Night Providence appreciates the support of the Providence Tourism Council. For more information about the tourism council and visiting Providence, check out their website!