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1. What are the next dates for Waterfire?
Waterfires in Providence run May through October. Please refer to the events calendar for current dates or click here for www.waterfire.com.
2. Where are the best places to visit to get a good insight to Providence's history?
Start at Roger Williams National Memorial, there is a video that gives you a good sense of history. Also the Providence Preservation Society at 21 Meeting Street is a good place to start.
3. What type of tours does Providence offer?
Grey Line Banner Trail Trolley Tours, Gallery Night Trolley Tours, Historical Society Summer Walks.
4. What are the best things to do with children?
Providence Children's Museum, Roger Williams Park & Zoo, Slater Mill, RISD Museum of Art, Museum of Natural History & Planetarium, skate at Fleet Skating Center.
5. How can I get around Providence without a car?
Taxi or the Providence link, which is a trolley providing local transportation for $1.
6. I'm unable to find accommodations. Can you help?
The bureau does not make hotel reservations, however it suggests you contact Citywide Reservation Services @ 888-248-9121.
7. How long does it take to drive from:
New York? 3 1/2 hours.
Hartford? 1hr. 45 min.
Boston? 1 hr.
8. Is the city safe?
Yes! But, just as in any big city, you should use caution. Never walk alone at night and only walk in well lit areas.
9. Where can I park?
There are a number of locations in the downtown area. The mall alone has 4,500 new spaces with the convention center offering approximately 2,500 new spaces.
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