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This grand 1920’s movie palace also features an exclusive membership club with luxe amenities.
Art deco style and historic landmarks shine in this vibrant city center
Considered the centerpoint of Providence, this stylish and historic neighborhood shines with stunning art deco architecture and sleek contemporary designs. As the heartbeat of the Creative Capital, Downtown Providence boasts vibrant boutiques and first-class culinary destinations, making it not only a bastion of Providence history but a chic enclave with every modern amenity.
Taking a cue from its stylish past, Downtown Providence has proven itself as the center not only of the city but of cultural, design, and business innovation. Honoring the past with a stunning restoration of the Arcade Providence, Providence has donned the stylish trappings of the past while stepping confidently into the future. Built in 1828, the Arcade was the first enclosed shopping mall in the United States and presents a prime example of Greek Revival architecture. Today this elegant piece of Providence’s past has been restored to its original grandeur, with luxe modern updates like chic micro-lofts and unique small businesses featuring hip whiskey bars and global cuisine.
With an elegant history, stunning architecture, and the creativity and youthful spirit of a classic college town, Downtown Providence is the coveted home to university students, young professionals, and stylish families looking for a bit of urban chic.
As home to the prestigious culinary institute Johnson and Wales University, it’s hardly a surprise that Downtown Providence contains some of the city’s most outstanding culinary delights. The upscale Mill's Tavern offers a historic setting, elevated steakhouse fare, and fresh seafood. This elegant bistro, which has been voted one of the top restaurants in Providence, shines with an extensive wine list and a sumptuous menu of seasonal dishes and wine pairings.
The iconic Hemenway's Restaurant features fresh, top-of-catch seafood and a noted wine list, while its airy dining room and wall of riverside windows delight guests with scenic views and luxurious details. Circe, like her namesake, is bright and stylish. The refined New American fare showcases New England’s freshest seafood and chef-driven delicacies, like lobster caramelle with seared scallops, sauteed spinach, and champagne beurre blanc, while the elegant elixirs on the cocktail menu are deserving of the magical goddess herself. With first-rate hospitality and Euro-Italian classics, Capriccio dazzles with a decadent menu, rare wines, and elegant fireplaces. Sophisticated and stylish, the refined menu includes upmarket classics like boeuf Wellington, caviar, escargot, and a raw bar.
As the center of the Creative Capital, Downtown Providence delights in concocting the most innovative and unique cultural and artistic festivals in New England. The impressive PVD Fest celebrates Providence’s creative spirit with more than 5,000 artists, performers, and curators providing live music, dance, culinary masterpieces, and stunning visual art installations.
The downtown district is home to Providence’s signature event, WaterFire. This outstanding fire sculpture installation features nearly 100 bonfires blazing just above the surface of the three rivers passing through the center of downtown Providence. Wander the walking paths that skirt the river and take in the breathtaking sight of this acclaimed event. Founded in 1880, the Providence Art Club was created to foster art appreciation, and today it boasts a wide membership, galleries, programs, and events that educate, inspire, and build the artistic community. The opulent Providence Performing Arts Center entertains with musicals, concerts, dance performances, and special events. This grand 1920’s movie palace also features an exclusive membership club with luxe amenities and upscale experiences.
Downtown Providence is home to the esteemed Johnson and Wales University, which counts as alumni such notable chefs as Emeril Lagasse and Tyler Florence.
5,369 people live in Downtown Providence, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $47,216. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Downtown Providence, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cilanter, Hometown Poké & Bubble Tea, and La Fruta Loca.
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| Dining | 0.61 miles | 60 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.53 miles | 271 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.62 miles | 21 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.95 miles | 89 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.29 miles | 9 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.93 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.41 miles | 10 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.85 miles | 10 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.72 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.8 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.58 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.46 miles | 50 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.21 miles | 22 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.35 miles | 57 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
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Downtown Providence has 2,831 households, with an average household size of 1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Providence do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,369 people call Downtown Providence home. The population density is 10,614 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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