Waterplace Park Tours and Activities

Providence, Rhode Island buildings at Waterplace Park.
Providence, Rhode Island buildings at Waterplace Park.
Here is a colorful view of night setting on Providence. In the foreground is the Woonasquatucket River and it flows into the basin at Waterplace Park; the home of Waterfire. #goldenhour
I left work the other night and I on the way to the car, I came across this beautiful sunset at Waterplace Park. All frozen over now. Waterplace Park is an urban park situated along the Woonasquatucket River in downtown Providence, Rhode Island. Finished in 1994, Waterplace Park is connected to 3/4 mile of cobblestone-paved pedestrian walkways along the waterfront known as Riverwalk. Venice-styled Pedestrian bridges cross the river. Most of Riverwalk is below street level and automotive traffic. Waterplace Park and Riverwalk together are host to Providence's popular summertime Waterfire events, a series of bonfires lit on the river accompanied by Classical and World music.
It's a cold, cold wintery day but the sky seemed ablaze with light. I found the contrast of colours - from very cool to very warm - to be fantastic and i wanted to capture the moment. Glad I did; it was all over no sooner than when I finished taking photos. Right place, right time. #goldenhour

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Wayfinder Newport

Wayfinder Newport

4 out of 5
Price was CA $1,115, price is now CA $929 per person
CA $929
per person
May 11 - May 14
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Providence (PVD)
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was very clean and it had such a cute decoration. Staff were all very polite and friendly, giving me and my partner great recommendations of places to visit around the city. We asked if there was any microwave we could use around the hotel and they kindly lent us one to stay in our room. I’d definitely go back another time!

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Club Wyndham Newport Onshore

Club Wyndham Newport Onshore

3 out of 5
Downtown Newport
Price was CA $2,009, price is now CA $1,540 per person
CA $1,540
per person
May 11 - May 14
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Providence (PVD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
Had trouble maintaining a consistent temperature in the apartment. Had to keep raising the temperature.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

The Attwater

The Attwater

3.5 out of 5
Top of the Hill
Price was CA $1,440, price is now CA $1,211 per person
CA $1,211
per person
May 11 - May 14
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Providence (PVD)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
The staff was awesome and so welcoming. We loved the lounge areas and were perfect for gathering since we were in a group.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Popular places to visit

It's a Friday night, leaving the office on way to my car, I came across this view of downtown Providence. I really like the drama in the sky, dark ominous, foreboding. And it stands in such stark contrast to the bright, well lit buildings.

Providence Place Mall

4.5/5(7 reviews)

During your trip to Providence, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Providence Place Mall. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Providence Place Mall
This is a historic library located in Providence, RI nestled in between the campuses of Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design

Biltmore Park

After visiting Biltmore Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biltmore Park
Going to Providence during the H.P.Lovecraft weekend!!! 🦇 🦇 🦇 Another nice small city. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

Rhode Island State House Grounds

After visiting Rhode Island State House Grounds, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Rhode Island State House Grounds
This shot was taken in front of RISD, the Rhode Island School of Design. In the foreground, two rivers meet, the Moshassuck and the Woonasquatucket. In the background one can see the 'new' Providence. Most of these buildings have gone up within the past 25 years, after these two rivers were moved. In the warmer weather, Waterfire can be seen illuminating these rivers. #snow #BVSBlue

Rhode Island School of Design

4/5(1 review)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Rhode Island School of Design, during your trip to Providence. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Rhode Island School of Design
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Rhode Island State Capitol Building

4.5/5(9 reviews)

After visiting Rhode Island State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Providence. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

Rhode Island State Capitol Building

State House Park

State House Park is just one of the places to see in Providence, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

State House Park

Best Lodging Options Near Waterplace Park

Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St Providence RI
Omni Providence Hotel
Hotel Providence

Hotel Providence

4 out of 5
139 Mathewson Street Providence RI
Hotel Providence
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel

4 out of 5
5 Avenue of the Arts Providence RI
Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Providence

Graduate by Hilton Providence

4 out of 5
11 Dorrance St Providence RI
Graduate by Hilton Providence
Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown

3 out of 5
5 Exchange Street Providence RI
Homewood Suites by Hilton Providence Downtown
Providence Marriott Downtown

Providence Marriott Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1 Orms St Providence RI
Providence Marriott Downtown
Neptune, an Ash Hotel

Neptune, an Ash Hotel

3.5 out of 5
122 Fountain Street Providence RI
Neptune, an Ash Hotel
The Beatrice

The Beatrice

3.5 out of 5
90 Westminster Street Providence RI
The Beatrice
Aloft Providence Downtown

Aloft Providence Downtown

3 out of 5
191 DORRANCE STREET Providence RI
Aloft Providence Downtown
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