- The list below includes 315 free or cheap things to do in or near Providence, Rhode Island, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
- From Brown University to Swan Point Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Providence and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Warwick and North Kingstown.
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Skillful chefs serve up a variety of flavorful, Italian dishes that include pizzas with the lighter-than-air crust and aromatic pasta
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Offering a taste of Rhode Island's past is Mystic Scrimshanders antique store. The store offers a unique selection of items and artifacts including amber jewelry, Nantucket baskets, ivory items and more.
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Lose yourself in colonial times when you visit Wickford Village, and its tree-lined waterfront streets. Established in 1709, stroll around the historic village and browse the cafés, boutiques, antique shops, galleries, and restaurants.
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Representing artists from right in town and all over the world, Five Main has a broad collection. The gallery features hand painted gifts, oil paintings, vintage pottery, jewelry, prints, and decorative items.
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A candlepin bowling center, Ficco's Bowladrome features 28 lanes for open and league bowling with shoe rental and automatic scoring. The center offers glow bowling, children's playgroups and a party room for private events.
17.7 Miles
With 10 acres of park to explore, Watson Pond State Park offers visitors a beach area to swim and sunbathe at. There are also several pavilions where visitors can have picnics.
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Located on Prudence Island, a six mile long island reachable only by boat, the Prudence Island Hiking Trails are a network of hiking trails that total about five miles in length.
17.8 Miles
The Kayak Center of Rhode Island offers the opportunity to experience the state from its beautiful waters. There are over 130 different types of kayaks and SUPs, an instructional course, and free shipping to anywhere in the state.
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Dedicated to preserving local history, the Franklin Historical Museum features collections containing around 4,000 total items, such Native American artifacts and vintage clothing. The museum also conducts several ongoing historical research projects.
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Pump it Up is an indoor kids' play and birthday party place that emphasizes imaginative play as well as simple fun. It includes a variety of bounce-house and inflatable attractions, as well as creative costume play.
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The 883-acre Franklin State Forest is a natural preserve that features a network of hiking trails that span up to 8.6-miles long. The trails can be used for hiking, walking, or running.