About Arcade Providence

Built in 1828, Arcade Providence is the nation's oldest indoor shopping mall. Located in downtown, the Arcade features 17 unique retails shops and 3 restaurants.

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A purple and silver MBTA commuter rail car with the circled T logo sits at a station platform with a yellow tactile warning strip, while a conductor stands at the open door and a traveler in a red jacket waits with a rolling suitcase.

With train service from Providence to Wickford Junction starting at just $3.50, there are a million reasons why you should leave your car at home. But besides the easiest way to access the train station, we decided to narrow it down to five!

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While we certainly want everyone to stay longer, sometimes there are only a few hours to make a quick pit stop in The Creative Capital. For those on the go, here are 17 things you can do in Providence in one afternoon.

Film crew operating a camera on an outdoor shoot.

Rhode Island may be small in size but we're no stranger to the big screen! And, with the Flickers Rhode Island International Film Festival just around the corner, it's no wonder we've got movies on the mind.

Books on the Square storefront with a green awning, brick facade, window displays, and a rolling book cart on the sidewalk.

There are few better feelings than the excitement of diving into a new book. If you're looking for a fresh page-turner that also helps support Providence's small business community, look no further than these seven independent bookstores.

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The rich, turn of the century architectural detail and charm, creates an upscale and boutique hotel experience at the Hampton Inn & Suites Providence Downtown, but with all the value of the Hampton name. Located in the heart of the financial district, we are only steps away from the many colleges, corporations, and attractions that call Providence their home. The rich, turn of the century architectural detail and charm, creates an upscale and boutique hotel experience at the Hampton Inn & Suites Providence Downtown, but with all the value of the Hampton name. Located in the heart of the financial district, we are only steps away from the many colleges, corporations, and attractions that call Providence their home.

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Halved sandwich from Ocean State Sandwich Company stacked with sliced cured meats, white cheese, lettuce, and tomato, spread with a red pepper relish on a crusty roll.

We use fresh, local, ingredients to create delicious soups, salads, and of course, sandwiches. We also offer breakfast and lunch catering. We use fresh, local, ingredients to create delicious soups, salads, and of course, sandwiches. We also offer breakfast and lunch catering.

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Circe, a vision by Carlo Carlozzi, is a full-service dining experience. Circe offers American/Mediterranean-infused dishes by Chef Simon Keating and exotic potions by Kyle Poland. Circe, a vision by Carlo Carlozzi, is a full-service dining experience. Circe offers American/Mediterranean-infused dishes by Chef Simon Keating and exotic potions by Kyle Poland.

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History meets modernity at The Beatrice, the newest luxury boutique hotel in Providence. Our streamlined guest services and luxurious amenities are designed with tech-savvy travelers in mind. Be cozy, be comfy, be collected, or just be: The Beatrice is yours, as much as it is ours. Whether it’s a place to reconnect and do life or a hideaway (with a heated potty and a Dyson ‘dryer)—is up to you. Located on our lobby level will be Bellini Restaurant by Ignazio Cipriani. Located on our rooftop will be an exclusive members-only club, Bellini Club, to which hotel guests will have access. We look forward to welcoming you. History meets modernity at The Beatrice, the newest luxury boutique hotel in Providence. Our streamlined guest services and luxurious amenities are designed with tech-savvy travelers in mind. Be cozy, be comfy, be collected, or just be: The Beatrice is yours, as much as it is ours. Whether it’s a place to reconnect and do life or a hideaway (with a heated potty and a Dyson ‘dryer)—is up to you. Located on our lobby level will be Bellini Restaurant by Ignazio Cipriani. Located on our rooftop will be an exclusive members-only club, Bellini Club, to which hotel guests will have access. We look forward to welcoming you.

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