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Welcome to Providence

Providence is the capital of the small Atlantic Coast state of Rhode Island, an area that was one of America’s original Thirteen Colonies. Situated along the mouth of the Providence River at the head of Narragansett Bay, Providence was founded in 1636 and is one of the oldest cities in the U.S. Home to Brown University since 1770 as well as historic sites like The Providence Athenæum, fourth oldest library in the United States and haunt of Edgar Allan Poe, Providence is a good city for walking tours and river cruises. It is also a departure point for day trips to the resort island of Martha’s Vineyard, the port city of Newport, home to the America’s Cup yacht race, or even north to Boston.

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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours of Providence

We're thrilled to kick off our 35th season of boat tours along the shores of Downtown Providence, Rhode Island in May 2026! Join us for...

50 minutes
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50 minutes
4.9 (349)
$38
$37
Providence WaterFire Boat Rides (Full Lightings)
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Providence WaterFire Boat Rides (Full Lightings)

WaterFire is full of motion—fire tenders stoke the fires, rivers flow quietly beneath the braziers, sparks whirl through the night air, and flames reflect off...

30 minutes
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30 minutes
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$59
$58
Discover Providence Guided Sightseeing Tour
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Discover Providence Guided Sightseeing Tour

Join us for this delightful tour of one of America’s favorite cities! As you relax comfortably on our climate-controlled tour bus, we will take you...

1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$45
$44
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
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Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence

Our company has been a member of the Providence community for nearly two decades. Our company is a walking, haunted history tour of Providence's College...

90 to 105 minutes • Free Cancellation
90 to 105 minutes • Free Cancellation
90 to 105 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$30
$29
Providence Architecture Boat Tour
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Providence Architecture Boat Tour

Guided by local architectural expert Kelsey Mullen, this isn't just a tour—it’s a deep dive into the soul of the city. From the water, the...

1 hour 15 minutes
1 hour 15 minutes
1 hour 15 minutes
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$40
$39
Providence Twilight River Cruises
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Providence Twilight River Cruises

Join us on a Twilight Cruises and toast to an unforgettable night on the river! Bathed in the warm glow of twilight, Providence’s historic architecture,...

1 hour
1 hour
1 hour
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$49
$48
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Providence RI
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Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Providence RI

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Providence. Throughout this...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$14.99
$13.99
Providence WaterFire Boat Rides (Partial Lightings)
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Providence WaterFire Boat Rides (Partial Lightings)

WaterFire is a work of art that involves movement, participation and surprise. It is full of motion—wood boats stoke the fires, rivers flow quietly beneath...

50 minutes
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50 minutes
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$59
$58
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure
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An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure

Get ready to unleash your inner explorer with Let’s Roam, the top dog in app-led scavenger hunts! Picture this: wandering through city streets, uncovering hidden...

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2 hours
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Providence Food and History Walking Tour New England Classics
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Providence Food and History Walking Tour New England Classics

Explore the culinary delights and unique history of Providence via our Mostly Accurate New England Classics walking tour. This guided experience takes you through the...

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$80.10
$79.10
Providence Food and History Walking Tour International Flavors
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Providence Food and History Walking Tour International Flavors

Discover the culinary treasures of Providence’s Fox Point neighborhood on a delightful food and history tour. This engaging experience takes you through vibrant streets where...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$84.60
$83.60
The Nightcap: Cocktail & Spirits Tour
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The Nightcap: Cocktail & Spirits Tour

SIP YOUR WAY THROUGH PROVIDENCE’S BEST-KEPT SECRETS. The Nightcap: Cocktail & Spirits Tour is a thoughtfully crafted evening that takes you to three of Providence’s...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$80
$79
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Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
525breenad, Jul 2026
10/10 Give this tour a go!
David was great! The tour was very entertaining and his storytelling kept my friend and I engaged. I’ve never been to Rhode Island but this tour convinced me to plan another visit!
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The best that we could ever expect or hope for
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Providence East Side Sights and Stories Guided Tour
W9615JLwilliamb, Jul 2026
The best that we could ever expect or hope for
He was very friendly very knowledgeable and pleasant to be with
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Happy First Day In Rhode Island
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Providence Food and History Walking Tour New England Classics
cryssyvg, Jul 2026
Happy First Day In Rhode Island
Amazing!!! Camron did an amazing job, this was actually my very first tour and I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend!!! The food was amazing at every stop, my favorite was of course the Lobster 🦞 Roll!
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Terrific Experience
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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
Susan_P, Jul 2026
Terrific Experience
Friendly and very knowledgeable Captain and a small boat so you’re right there. Providence is a beautiful and historic city and this ride is a great introduction.
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Awesome history walk
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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
D991OKpeterl, Jul 2026
Awesome history walk
This was an amazing experience. The guide was knowledge and engaging. Even though it was just my wife and I, she gave us a full tour and we had a blast. I'd highly recommend if you are in the mood for some interesting history.
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Real Ghosts of Providence: True Crime Ghost Tour
megansU9961OL, Jul 2026
July Tour
We had a tour with Shiloh, and she was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and engaging. Looking forward to doing more tours in the future
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Providence International history and walking tour
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Providence Food and History Walking Tour International Flavors
57karlees, Jul 2026
Providence International history and walking tour
The Providence food and history international walking tour was a great experience! While I have lived in the area for years, there is so much history I was unaware of. Taking a bite of baklava while hearing the story of the owner and his family as refugees was a beautiful experience. Cam did a great job keeping us all engaged by showcasing his humor and passion. Every bite was delicious and meaningful. I look forward to revisiting some newly found Providence staples!
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10 out of 10!
New York City
Providence Food and History Walking Tour International Flavors
adulac17, Jul 2026
10 out of 10!
The tour was an incredible experience. I learned a lot and felt a deep connection to the food because of the stories shared by the tour guide. The guide was very accommodating and understanding of food allergies.
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Great experience
New York City
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
tjc942, Jul 2026
Great experience
Stephanie was great! Love the route and great stories
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Quick and Awesome City tour
New York City
City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
Janice_H, Jul 2026
Quick and Awesome City tour
Captain Mike and Guide Forest were really good. He crammed the river tour into an hour and a half, which was just the right amount of time. Forest also recommended some restaurants. His stories were entertaining. Overall worth the price and we got a quick run down of the city history.
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Fun informative
New York City
Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
Sarah_L, Jul 2026
Fun informative
Great walk and and stories - some beautiful architecture and guide was so great/ easy parking and meet up spot - loved that we even got to walk on brown campus and learn some lore
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Learn While You Stroll
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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Happiness640010, Jul 2026
Learn While You Stroll
Lovely experience. Luckily, we went on a Sunday & found parking close to the meeting place. We didn't have to navigate weekday traffic. Appreciated the full experience with the guide dressed in period apparel. She gave an extensive overview of the area with interesting commentary. Something to consider: more information on regular folks - their jobs, salaries, work hours, free time activities, nationalities, schooling, etc.
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More than cannolis & stereotypes!
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Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
sipcycle8, Jul 2026
More than cannolis & stereotypes!
An interesting look at the immigration experience in Providence & a lot of Rhode Island. Guide Mark Mangiero was excellent. More perspective on the Italian American area known as Federal Hill.
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Haunted Benefit Street Walking Tour at Ghosts of Providence
Janet_O, Jul 2026
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kelly was very knowledgeable about the places we visited and she really made the characters come alive
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Happy Couple
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Providence Twilight River Cruises
Paul_F, Jul 2026
Happy Couple
Go a little earlier than required to enjoy an ice cream and relaxation at the cafe prior to departure.
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A must do
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Providence Twilight River Cruises
Darryl_D, Jul 2026
A must do
Ride was fun and informative only problem we had was they thought we were booked the day before so make sure you have your email with the ticket on it. They blame the Top10Adventures® app for this.
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