RHODE ISLAND EXPERIENCE A CITY IN RENAISSANCE...
Providence, Rhode Island is among America's most dynamic, diverse and exciting new destination cities. Come and see it for yourself. Gather with thousands in the rejuvenated downtown for a magical WaterFire display. Catch a Broadwaybound show. Enjoy dinner in one of the city's many award-winning restaurants, then head to Federal Hill to sip an authentic caffe latte. Mingle with the more than 26,000 students who attend the city's five colleges and universities. Explore internship opportunities with the city's businesses and nonprofits and see a realworld path to career success. Providence College's scenic 105-acre campus is located just 10 minutes away from one of the most historic and cosmopolitan city centers in the United States. Come to Providence and embrace all that America's Renaissance City has to offer.
A LIVELY DOWNTOWN SCENE...
It's where Colonial-era cobblestone streets intersect with gleaming new office buildings. Where young men and women from across the nation work with some of the most recognized names in finance, business, technology and healthcare. In Providence, there's always something happening, always a new exhibition, bookshop or bistro to check out. The New York Times describes it as "one of the hippest towns in New England." And Money Magazine calls it "the best city in the East for young professionals."
A WEALTH OF WEEKEND DESTINATIONS...
Known as the Ocean State, Rhode Island boasts more than 400 miles of stunning coastline. The world-famous mansions of Newport, along with the shores of Narragansett Bay are just a 30-minute drive from Providence. The ski slopes of New England make a great day trip, and the beaches of Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard are all within easy reach.
YOU'RE CLOSE...
Providence is a short drive from T.F. Green Airport. Known as the "hassle-free gateway to New England," the airport is conveniently located close to Interstate 95 and offers non-stop flight connections to cities throughout the United States and Caribbean.
PROVIDENCE IS AMERICA'S NEWEST DESTINATION CITY. HERE'S WHY: •
The Providence Performing Arts Center is the second largest indoor theater in New England
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The Dunkin' Donuts Center (home of Providence College basketball) has hosted the NCAA Hockey Championship and NCAA Basketball Tournament among other major sporting events
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At the upscale Providence Place Mall, you'll find more than 160 shops, theaters, acclaimed restaurants and an IMAX Theater
• The renowned WaterFire display on the Providence River is one of the many attractions that draw thousands to the city's dynamic downtown •
With seven historic districts featuring beautifully preserved 18th-and-19th century architecture, Providence is one of the most historic cities in America
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Providence has the country's largest per capita concentration of college students (27,000 in a city of just over 175,000), making it one of the nation's most student-friendly cities
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The nationally acclaimed Roger Williams Park Zoo is home to hundreds of rare animals from around the world
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The city's rich cultural calendar includes dance performances, theater productions, music recitals, gallery shows and readings by prominent authors and poets
Providence has a rich diversity of neighborhoods offering a wide selection of ethnic cuisine, from pad thai to paella
For complete information, contact the Providence Convention and Visitors Bureau, (800) 233-1636 and the Rhode Island Division of Tourism, (800) 556-2484.
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