The Creative Capital: Art and Architecture Tour

Discover the captivating blend of small-town charm and urban sophistication on a Providence walking tour. Explore history, architecture, universities, and intriguing characters.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Providence Performing Arts Center - Learn about the history of the building and its impact on Providence’s arts scene
  • Trinity Repertory Company - Learn about the history of the building and its impact on Providence’s arts scene
  • Market House - Discuss the artists of 19th century Providence
  • Providence City Hall - Admire the architecture and tell stories about the building’s storied history
  • Providence - Guests will see Providence’s beautiful murals and architecture with the help of an expert guide. Many of the city’s murals are off main streets and are more easily found and understood with the help of a guide.
What's Included
  • Top-tier Guide
Additional Information

The story of Providence is told by its buildings. Our city’s downtown blossomed during America’s Gilded Age, and has well-preserved examples of Art-Deco, Beaux-Arts, Neoclassical, and many more architectural styles. But this tour goes beyond bricks and windows: peer into the past by learning some of the human stories behind the facades.

This tour also explores the city’s vibrant arts and cultural scene, a key ingredient of its dramatic turnaround from mid-century urban decay to regional arts center. Experience and learn the inspiration for Providence’s most breathtaking murals: these massive works weave into the city’s visual landscape for a result unparalleled anywhere in the United States.

Location
11 Dorrance St
Dorrance Street
The meeting point is in the lobby of the Graduate Hotel.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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14mikes14
Oct 14, 2023
Great day - My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour. James was great. Very knowledgeable and informative. He answered all our questions and imparted many facts about Providence. We would recommend the tour to anyone.
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Larshorn
Oct 9, 2023
A good way to be introduced to the city - We often start by booking a city tour when we arrive in a new city, thereby we are quickly introduced to the city. This city tour was top notch with a fun lively and very knowledgeable guide It is only to say good luck to others
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Danette_s
Oct 9, 2023
Excellent - Jimbo was an excellent guide! He was very funny and full of great history! We would certainly take more tours with him next tome we are in RI.
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Catherine_w
Sep 4, 2023
Don't miss the walking tour during your stay - I loved the knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide ..the tour went by im a flash . Loved the story of RI s Plymouth rock when they blew it up with the dynamite I really enjoyed all of the historical sites and would take the tour again with family members. I went with my husband Walter and he said the same thing Thanks Bradley
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Lisaann_c
Aug 22, 2023
Very Unique and Interesting experience - The guide was very passionate about his city and was knowledgeable. It was a fun experience and found some details about he history very interesting
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618monicay
Aug 22, 2023
A Must Do! - This tour is a must do if you are visiting Providence. Bradly provided history and interesting facts about the city and the state as we passed various landmarks.
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88sues
Sep 19, 2023
Fun Walking Tour of Providence - 4 of us visited Providence for a long weekend and took the Welcome to Providence Walking Tour. Jimbo was a great guide as he was engaging, friendly, and explained things nicely. He was knowledgeable, fun and helpful with tips on restaurant recommendations and other things to do in Providence. The only recommendation I have is to tell folks to meet inside the Graduate hotel and not give the address.
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Aaron_f
Aug 9, 2023
Great Tour -- from Roger Williams to modern Mobsters - Roger Williams is one of my heroes and I loved visiting the historical site. My wife loved the modern history and the adventures of the long serving mayor.
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Heidi_v
Aug 28, 2023
This is a tour for people... - This is a tour for people who would like to know the whole history of Providence, not for people who would like to know the city.
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Roble2702hv
Aug 4, 2024
Tour guide missing! - I gave it only one star because we never had the chance to participate. The tour guide never showed up! We called the tour company a few minutes after the designated meeting time and confirmed that we were at the right place. The company called the guide 3 times and he never responded. I am now trying to get a refund
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