- 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.
Showing 21-30 of
1073
0.0 Miles
No green thumb is required to design a terrarium at this out-of-the-ordinary creative social event
0.3 Miles
From Impressionist paintings to East Asian sculptures, RISD Museum has a variety of exhibits to explore. Among the most popular works in their collection are paintings from Monet and Degas. They also feature ancient art and sculptures.
0.2 Miles
Featuring over 150 stores, Providence Place Mall is the shopping center of Rhode Island. With an IMAX theater at the top of its entertainment level, shop, dine, and relax all in one place.
0.4 Miles
Friendly staff and clean facilities make the Providence Train Station a welcome stop among travelers. Its central location makes this station a convenient option for travelers taking day trips to Boston or catching a flight.
0.1 Miles
Located in a renovated department store, Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel offers music events for every music preference. With a vintage atmosphere, Lupo's has attracted headliners such as Green Day, Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, and Radiohead.
0.4 Miles
Featuring reserve-able seats, Providence Place Cinemas 16 and IMAX showcases newly released films in its IMAX auditoriums. The cinema has a full lobby bar with mixed drinks and cocktails that visitors can bring into the auditorium with them.
0.3 Miles
Featuring IMAX, Providence Place Cinema offers movie showings for blockbuster hits to foreign flicks in digital projection. The lobby has a full bar where visitors can order a variety of mixed drinks and draft beer for their movie.
1.3 Miles
Situated along the Providence River, Bold Point Park measures two acres and provides access to the water for fishing and boating. The park itself is an open, grassy area with trees and benches.
1.6 Miles
Comedy Connection of East Providence provides patrons with an evening of hilarity. The club supports local talent as well as hosting headlining comedy tours such as Norm Macdonald and Carlos Mancia.
1.9 Miles
Built on 20 acres, Pierce Athletic Complex is home to community events that include sports competitions, fireworks shows, the rodeo and the circus. It features baseball and soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, a children's playground and a track.
2.3 Miles
Opened in 1960, Lang's Bowlarama features 40 lanes suitable for open and league bowlers. It offers a full bar, a dining menu, a party room and a lounge with a 16-foot television for sports viewing.