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Lift the veil on Providence’s dark history with this spooky walking tour through the storied College Hill neighborhood. Join your guide and small group for an eerie stroll past some of the city’s top landmarks as you learn about local legends and lore, unexplained mysteries, and the spirits that are said to roam the city still.
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Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence
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Explore the capital of Rhode Island, Providence, on a sightseeing bus tour that departs right from downtown. See the city's top sights including Brown University, Benefit Street, and Roger Williams Park, and enjoy the opportunity to walk around the historic Federal Hill neighborhood. While you drive around, your guide regales you with stories about Providence and its importance in American history. This tour lasts approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
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Discover Providence Guided Sightseeing Tour
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Discover the smallest state in the US in just one day aboard this exciting excursion that begins in Providence. Join a small group and venture through the 'Ocean State,' stopping at several points of interest along the way. Visit villages, see memorials, walk through parks, and stroll along beaches all while listening to commentary from your guide.
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Rhode Island in a Day
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Get an in-depth look at Providence from a boat cruise that travels along the waterways of Rhode Island’s capital city. Your guide shares live commentary about historical landmarks and modern destinations as you take in sites including the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier, Providence Industrial Harbor, Providence River, Waterplace Park and the pedestrian paths of Riverwalk. Choose a daytime or evening cruise, and feel free to bring your own refreshments on board.
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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours of Providence
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Join us for this elegant stroll through time! Allow our historically costumed, local guides to lead you down the most beautifully preserved street in all of Providence, RI- Benefit Street! Guests will learn the history of some of Providence's most prominent residents and families, including the Dorr family, Roger Williams, and the Hoppin family. See architectural icons including the John Brown House, the First Baptist Church, the Fleur de Lys Building, and the original State House. Learn about the events that shaped our state and nation, including the suffrage movements (yes, there were two!) and the Civil War. This tour will leave you feeling more connected to the city's past and with a greater appreciation for Providence. Benefit Street is a mostly flat street and is suitable for people of most levels of health and fitness.
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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
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A tour for those that don't want touristy tours. your walking tour begins at the grand Providence City Hall, a building that has witnessed the city’s evolution for more than a century, winding your way through downtown before looping back to the nearby Burnside Park as your last stop. Welcome to Providence, the “Creative Capital” of Rhode Island! Providence is a riverside city nestled at the head of Narragansett Bay, famous for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and a spirit of independence that dates back to its founding in 1636 by Roger Williams-a man who believed in freedom of thought and built a community where everyone could belong. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is hands free, location aware and plays as you walk. Go anytime, at your own pace.
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Providence Downtown and Brown Self Guided App GPS Walking Tour
1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes
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Make your trip to Providence unforgettable with this 1-hour walking ghost tour. Let a local guide lead you down the city’s old streets and regale you with spooky tales of alleged hauntings and the darker side of Providence’s history. Whether you’re looking for a good scare or you just want to learn more about the city’s past, this tour should do the trick.
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Providence Ghost Tours: Phantoms, Poltergeists, & Pestilence
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Walk through Providence's dark side! The eerie writings H.P. Lovecraft- one of the most significant supernatural horror fiction authors of the 20th century- are inexplicably bound to his hometown of Providence. This tour walks in the tortured author's footsteps through his traumatic upbringing and favorite haunts; guests also meet some of the fictional characters that Lovecraft wrote into the city's fabric through dramatic retellings of his creepiest tales. But Lovecraft isn't the only author that ambled the city's centuries-old sidewalks: Sarah Helen Whitman was an eccentric local spiritualist and poet who was briefly engaged to master of the macabre Edgar Allan Poe. This tour also explores her life and relives the couple's whirlwind- and doomed- romance. A minimum of four guests is required for all tours to run. If less than four are booked, we’ll contact you the morning of to offer a full refund or rescheduling options
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Dark Tales: The Haunted Authors of Providence Tour
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Goodbye, drab walking tours and crowded museums. Hello, exploring Providence with your crew via photo scavenger hunt. With just your wits and teamwork (and your smartphone leading the way), you’ll explore this historic town by snapping hilarious photos, solving puzzles, completing challenges, and racking up points. As you wander, you’ll learn about Providence’s past and present—and you might taste victory, too.
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An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Providence Adventure
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Explore the eerie history of Providence on the Haunted Benefit Street walking tour, where chilling tales come to life under the glow of streetlamps. This immersive experience delves into the ghostly legends of the Mile of History, including the haunted Providence Athenaeum and the Benefit Street Armory. Discover the stories of lost love, vampires, and local hauntings, and hear about the unsettling past of an old funeral parlor. Ideal for history enthusiasts and ghost story lovers alike, this walking tour offers an unforgettable glimpse into Providence's spectral side. - Discover the ghostly legends of Providence's Mile of History - Visit haunted locations like the Providence Athenaeum and Armory - Listen to chilling tales of lost love, vampires, and hauntings - Perfect for history buffs and those intrigued by the supernatural
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Haunted Benefit Street Walking Tour at Ghosts of Providence
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Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise along Providence’s waterways while being entertained by the magical WaterFire show. Starting from Providence Marina, you’ll get a great view of this seasonal attraction, which lights up the city. Travelers with all kinds of interests will be amazed by the WaterFire show, which includes movement, participation, and, of course, fire and water.
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Providence WaterFire Boat Rides (Partial Lightings)
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⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In Providence, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.
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Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Providence
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Discover the vibrant history and charm of Providence through an interactive scavenger hunt walking activity. Navigate the city at your own pace, exploring pivotal landmarks like City Hall and the State House, while unraveling fascinating stories about figures such as Roger Williams and Teddy Roosevelt. This unique adventure combines elements of a scavenger hunt and self-guided activity, allowing teams to engage in puzzles, snap memorable photos, and even take a light-hearted turn at traffic court. Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this experience offers a fresh way to appreciate the beauty of Providence.
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Providence Puzzling Adventure Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity
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⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In Rhode Island, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.
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Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Rhode Island
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Enjoy a memorable way to explore Providence—and learn all of the city’s spookiest ghost stories and creepiest lore—on this after-dark boat tour. Make your own way to the dock, hop aboard your vessel, and set sail with Captain Peter. Your costumed guide, accompanied by flickering lanterns, will share stories and secrets as you cruise along the water and admire views of the city illuminated after dark.
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Haunted Boat Tours in Providence
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From pivotal social justice movements to the personal narratives of unsung heroes, Voices of Resilience offers a deeper understanding of Providence’s identity and legacy of courage, resistance, and triumph. Explore how Rhode Island’s involvement in the international slave trade fueled the Industrial Revolution, how suffragists challenged the political establishment, and how activists fought for LGBTQ+ visibility during Providence’s first Pride celebrations. Meet remarkable figures like Edward Bannister, a Black barber who rose to national acclaim as a painter, Princess Red Wing, a Narragansett and Pokanoket activist, and the workers behind the massive 1902 labor strike that brought Rhode Island’s urban core to a standstill. A minimum of four guests is required for tours to run. If fewer than four guests are booked, we’ll contact you the morning of the tour with refund or rescheduling options.
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Voices of Resilience: Hidden History of Providence Tour
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Cruise the Providence River as you sample a selection of beverages from a Rhode Island winery on this wine-tasting boat tour. Your captain will share information about downtown Providence landmarks while you savor and discuss six different wines. Experienced oenophiles and those new to wine-tasting can both enjoy this fun and festive twist on a sightseeing tour.
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Vineyard Voyages - Floating Wine Tasting
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Take a boat tour along the Providence waterways to discover 300 years of architectural history. Led by the Providence Preservation Society, uncover the city's stories, sight lines, and subtle details. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, witness historic Providence from the best vantage point in town. Passengers must be at least 10 years old to join this tour.
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Providence Architecture Boat Tour
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Step aboard for a one-of-a-kind river tour as we welcome Roger Williams back to Providence! Portrayed by historian and Roger Williams expert John McNiff, our founding father will guide you through his remarkable life, travels, and the legacy he built right here in Rhode Island. This exclusive 75-minute cruise blends scenic views, immersive storytelling, and a touch of theatrical flair. From tales of exile and religious freedom to the founding of Providence itself, Roger brings history to life in a way that’s both entertaining and enlightening. Don’t miss your chance to meet Roger…on the river! It’s history with heart, humor, and a front-row seat to our capital city. We welcome passengers ages 12+ on this tour.
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Founding Waters: A Tour with Roger Williams
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