Historic Providence Tour

“…Providence, the one in Rhode Island, where the old world shadows hang heavy in the air…”. Nearly four hundred years of history, art, architecture, and culture will be explored on this five-and-a-half-mile walk. It will lead you along the Providence Waterfront, up College Hill, along Waterplace Park, and will follow parts of the Independence Trail, Lovecraft’s Walking Tour, and the IVV/Ava Historic College 5k route. This walk will wind in and out of quaint historic residential neighborhoods, by some of the country’s oldest churches, through city parks, by government buildings, between the towers of glass and steel, and along the rivers that converge in the city, all for a unique perspective of Providence. Providence was built on seven hills, and this walk will visit four of them. With that being said, the walk includes steep inclines and descents as well as stairs in several areas. This walk could test your stamina and leg muscles at times, but the numerous historical sites along the way will give you a chance to rest. Many spots along the route are on cobblestone roads and uneven brick walkways, so a comfortable pair of shoes is recommended. This will be a very relaxed paced walk taking anywhere from 5 to 6 hours. Safety is a top priority. We will hike as a group using crosswalks at all intersections. We will be meeting at a small city park at the intersection of Bridge Street and Tockwotton Street. The park is just north of the Iway Bridge/Hurricane Barrier along the Providence River. Street parking is free here on Sundays and is usually readily available in the morning. Pay-to-park is also available at nearby lots.

Meeting Spot: Mile End Cove Park at Bridge Street at Tockwotton Street: 41°48’59.5″N 71°24’03.0″W.

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