Commuter Rail: Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) now provides passengers the option

Providence is the state capital and largest city in Rhode Island , as well as the third largest alaskan cruise lines city in New England . Formerly an industrial bastion of organized crime, Providence's Renaissance has created new parks and attractions and brought emphasis back to its historic roots. Downcity events, historic vistas, eclectic districts alaskan cruise lines such as College Hill and Federal Hill , and a great nightlife make Providence a worthwhile tourist destination.
alaskan cruise lines Most of Providence's attractions are organized into four neighborhoods: Downcity, which includes the core of the downtown area as well as Waterplace Park, the Providence Place Mall, and Capitol Hill; Federal alaskan cruise lines Hill, a neighborhood just west of downtown alaskan cruise lines along Atwells Avenue that is known for nightlife and Italian dining; College Hill/The East Side, which is home to some of the city's oldest homes as well as both Brown University and RISD, and features several smaller neighborhoods with eclectic shops and restaurants. College Hill is primarily centered along Thayer alaskan cruise lines Street around its intersection with Angell Street; and off to the west end of Downcity, there is Charles Street which runs directly from Downcity. Charles Street Intersects alaskan cruise lines with Branch Avenue and from there till about Mineral Spring is still the most corrupt part of the City. There are a couple of high end restaurants and night clubs at the North end of Charles Street.
South Providence begins roughly at the start of Elmwood Avenue (closest to downtown) and Broad Street. There are many restaurants, mainly serving Spanish or Chinese food; fast food places, hair salons, banks, pharmacies, libraries and supermarkets. alaskan cruise lines Everything is within a walkable distance or a short drive. South Providence has a reputation for poverty and crime; the nightclubs on Broad Street have been known for their brawls. Despite this reputation, South Providence has its nice neighborhoods where tourists can get away from everything. Downtown is a 15 minute drive away for the best entertainment and shopping.
Puritan refugee and Massachusetts exile Roger Williams settled Providence, Rhode Island, in June of 1636. It soon became one of the thirteen original colonies of the United States. The Narragansett Native Americans previously occupied Rhode Island's land.
British taxation held back the city's economical growth in its fishing, farming and nautical enterprises. Providence joined the allegiance against the British Crown and opposed the Sugar Act, a taxation that negatively affected Providence's international rum trade. The famous Gaspee Affair of 1772 involved the residents of Providence leading the first violent attack of the American Revolution.
After the war, Providence's economic industry changed from maritime alaskan cruise lines activities to manufacturing, especially in jewelry alaskan cruise lines and textiles. Such industries drew many immigrants alaskan cruise lines from Western Europe, like Italy, Ireland, England, alaskan cruise lines Portugal and Cape Verde of Africa, all of which greatly contribute to the demographic populations of the state today.
The jewelry industry boomed in the 1920s. The Great Depression hit hard economically, leading to population decreases as a result of the decline of nationwide trends. Organized crime rose to the forefront in Providence in the 1950s through the 1980s, primarily situated in Providence's Federal alaskan cruise lines Hill neighborhood. alaskan cruise lines Providence became a notorious mob scene led by mafia boss Raymond L. S. Patriarca.
The "Renaissance City" got its nickname in the 1990s when Mayor Vincent "Buddy" Cianci Jr came into his second term. After investing millions local and national funds throughout the city in the 1970s, falling populations became alaskan cruise lines stabilized. Cianci pushed for an emphasis on the city's strength alaskan cruise lines in the arts and entertainment and revitalized the city's natural alaskan cruise lines landscape. He brought Rhode Island the Providence Bruins hockey team, uncovered Providence's rivers, relocated a large section of the railroad underground, created the now famous Waterplace Park and river walks, and sanctioned the construction of the Bank of America Skating Rink and gigantic Providence Place Mall.
Providence has a long history of political corruption that some feel to be part of the local charm. In keeping alaskan cruise lines with this tradition; Mayor Cianci was indicted not once but twice from local office. When running for office for his second term, he actually ran partly from jail. It wasn't until a 2001 racketeering case was brought against Cianci that the notorious Mayor's reign ended.
Providence's climate is humid continental/subtropical. This means high humidity year-round, with hot, wet summers and cold, snowy winters. Unlike other inland alaskan cruise lines states in New England, Rhode Island's alaskan cruise lines position along the Atlantic coast keeps Providence's temperatures relatively warm. Precipitation is a mainstay in Providence's climate. Spring and summer alaskan cruise lines months often have bouts of rainfall and winter months are regularly hit with snowfall and blizzards. Providence's position alaskan cruise lines on the coast of the Narragansett Bay leaves the city susceptible to hurricanes, but such occurrences are rare.
Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau ( PWCVB ), 1 Sabin Street ( downtown, within the Rhode Island Convention Center ), ☎ 800-751-1177 , [1] . 9 am to 5 pm Mon - Sat . The Visitor Center is conveniently located in downtown Providence and provides maps, brochures and information on hotels, restaurants, shopping, and attractions. edit
Commuter Rail: Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) now provides passengers alaskan cruise lines the option of catching the commuter rail from the airport into the city. There are 10 trains throughout the week day that does transportation. You now have the option alaskan cruise lines of taking the train to or from the airport to any city in-between.
Public transit: take the MBTA [5] Silver Line bus (it's a BRT line) to South Station and take an MBTA commuter train to Providence. Approx. 1hr 30 mins in travel time. Add waiting time of 1-2 hours if you haven't planned which commuter train to catch. The commuter rail leaves you in downtown Providence.
MBTA , 100 Gaspee St., +1 617 222-5000, [6] . MBTA runs a commuter rail between Boston and Providence on the Providence/Stoughton line (formerly the Attleboro/Stoughton line). It is $10.00 for a one way trip, however if you pay on board, it is $13.00. The ride takes about an hour.
Amtrak's Acela and Regional , 100 Gaspee St., 1-800-USA-RAIL, [7] routes from the south and west, from New York City and Washington , but from Boston in the north, it is most economical to take the MBTA. Service alaskan cruise lines is rather frequent. The Acela train takes just under 3 hours to arrive from New York 's Penn Station after traveling from points further south.
For those driving, I-95 will serve you well from Boston or New York areas, Rt. 146 is better when coming from Worcester or western alaskan cruise lines Massachusetts area. I-195 connects to Cape Cod and eastern Massachusetts. Driving from TF Green Airport ( PVD ) [8] , head north on I-95. Driving to the airport exit 13 on I-95.
RIPTA , +1 401 781-9400, [9] . Services across all of Rhode Island and throughout Providence, with a central hub in Kennedy Plaza. Bus charge is $2.00, and an extra $.50 for a 2 hour valid transfer to travel with other buses. One-day, 10-day, 15-day, and monthly RIPTA passes can be purchased inside the Kennedy Plaza bus station or at a Rhode Island Stop-and-Shop or Shaw's.
MegaBus , [13] . Services daily from New York City with three round trips. The stop is located at the intersection of Fountain and Eddy Streets. Tickets can be purchased online, daily deals from $1 - $61.
Providence to Newport Water Taxi , 265 Melrose St., +1 401 781 9400, [14] . In a one hour and 25 minute ride you can travel on the water taxi from Newport RI to Providence RI. Fare is $14.00 Adults, $12.00 Seniors and disabled, and free for children under 5. Service was scheduled to resume in August 2009 after a being suspended alaskan cruise lines due to lack of funding in October 2008, but was delayed for mechanical difficulties for the rest of the 2009 season.
Downtown Providence alaskan cruise lines is very compact and can easily be covered walking. There is some parking available throughout the city, but RIPTA's [15] public transport network is extensive and an alternative to driving. Although public transit in Providence alaskan cruise lines is almost entirely comprised of buses, the buses are on-time, reliable, and much of RIPTA's alaskan cruise lines bus fleet is new. Kennedy Plaza, RIPTA's alaskan cruise lines downtown bus station, has recently undergone a major overhaul and is well laid out with digital displays at each terminal that tell when the next bus will be coming.
Two of the downtown lines are run completely on natural gas trackless trolleys (called the Providence LINK Trolley), and cover most of historic Providence. Base fare is $2.00, though e-riptiks or ride passes may be purchased either on-board or at local Shaw's and Stop and Shop supermarkets.Seniors or disabled persons ride for half price during non-peak hours with the presentation of an id. Students from some local colleges can buy discounted bus passes or use their school id cards (policy varies alaskan cruise lines depending on the school).
Providence is a city rich in unique architecture, beautiful streetscapes and stimulating intellectual pursuits. One of America's older cities, Providence features alaskan cruise lines many historic buildings like the Rhode Island State House and Trinity Repertory Theater. These locations, among others, exemplify some of the country's best 19th and 20th century architecture. alaskan cruise lines The RISD museum and Roger Williams Park Zoo offer days of fun sightseeing for adults and children alike.
Providence Performing Arts Center ( PPAC ), 220 Weybosset St #2 Providence, RI 02906 , ☎ (401) 421-2997 , [16] . The Providence Performing Arts center is a multi-purpose venue that holds over 3000 people for many events such as Broadway plays, concerts, films, and a variety of performers. After its grand opening in 1928, the theater became well known as "Jewel of Weybosset Street" after its opening as Loew's State movie Palace in 1928. edit
Avon Cinema , 260 Thayer St Prov