Overview
Lincoln is a town of 21,000 people (2010) in Providence County, in Northeastern Rhode Island. It includes the villages of Manville, Lonsdale, Saylesville, Limerock, Albion, Fairlawn, and Quinville.
4 sights · 8 things to do · 7 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage
Best things about Lincoln
Eleazer Arnold House
A 17th-century “stone-ender”, a once common building type with roots found in the western part of England.
Lincoln Woods State Park
Restrooms, concession stand, picnic shelters, fireplaces, picnic tables, fresh water beach, bathhouse, coin operated showers, boat ramp, riding stable and bridle trails, fishing, boating, hiking, ice skating, snowmobilin…
Twin River Casino
Gaming, dining, and entertainment destination. Over 4,700 slot machines, greyhound racing from around the country, a 29,000-square-foot Twin River Event Center with headline entertainment, the legendary Catch a Rising St…
Chase Farms
A beautiful open park meant for families to stroll, and dogs to play. Picnic benches are strategically placed by the small pond (not meant for swimming, but fishing is allowed). Gravel paths are laid out all through the …
Valentine Whitman Jr. House
One of a few surviving “stone-end” houses built in the 17th century.
Hearthside House
One of the finest examples of early nineteenth century Federal-style houses in Rhode Island.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Mar and Dec. (climate data from nearby Providence)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PVD Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, Providence/Warwick — 14 mi away (major hub). Directions
- NPT Newport State Airport, Newport — 28 mi away. Directions
Cars are the main form of transportation in Rhode Island. If you are coming by plane, there are car rentals available at T.F. Green Airport. You can also take a taxi but they can become quite pricey.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Chase Farms, Hearthside House
- Lunch Asia Grille
- Afternoon Cinemaworld Lincoln, Rock Spot Climbing
- Dinner Hercules Pizza Works
- Evening The Lodge Pub & Eatery
Day 2
- Morning Eleazer Arnold House, Lincoln Woods State Park
- Lunch Lincoln Creamery
- Afternoon Twin River Casino, Kirkbrae Country Club
- Dinner Trattoria Romana
- Evening Wicked Good
Day 3
- Morning Valentine Whitman Jr. House, Blackstone River Bikeway State Park
- Lunch Weiner Genie
- Afternoon Lincoln Public Library, BattleGroundZ
- Dinner Enn Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Chain restaurants include Wendy's, McDonald's, Chili's Bar and Grill, Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks, and Subway. Other options include:
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
Photos
Map
Every listing with a location. Tap a pin for its Google Maps link.
Understand
Lincoln is most popular in the summer with its beautiful scenery and great places to visit.
Get in
By car
Cars are the main form of transportation in Rhode Island. If you are coming by plane, there are car rentals available at T.F. Green Airport. You can also take a taxi but they can become quite pricey.
If arriving from the south, take I-95 North to Route 146 North to Route 116 South.
If arriving from the north, take I-95 South to Exit 4 in Massachusetts (295 South). Travel along Route 295 for about 10 minutes crossing into Rhode Island. Take Exit 9A (Route 146 South) to Exit 116 South.
By bus
An alternative to cars is the Rhode Island bus system known as RIPTA (Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority). There are plenty of bus stops throughout the state and plenty of bus stops throughout Lincoln. Route 54 is the main route to Lincoln with many drop offs being at major attractions.
- Bus rate: $1.75 in cash
- Transfer rate: $.50
- Senior/Disabled Reduced Fare (with ID): $.85
- Children under 5: free
- Ozone Days: On days declared as Ozone Alert Days, the RIPTA bus is free except destinations to the beach.
See
See Chase Farms
A beautiful open park meant for families to stroll, and dogs to play. Picnic benches are strategically placed by the small pond (not meant for swimming, but fishing is allowed). Gravel paths are laid out all through the lands for easy walking. The paths wind through a butterfly garden complete with a waterfall. Free concerts are available in the park for the public on certain Saturdays.
See Valentine Whitman Jr. House
One of a few surviving “stone-end” houses built in the 17th century.
Do
Do Blackstone River Bikeway State Park
Part of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor on the banks of the Blackstone River, with canoeing, boating, a fishing area, and walking trails. There is about three miles of bike path developed, but eventually a nineteen mile stretch will connect with the East Bay Bike Path.
Do Cinemaworld Lincoln
Cinema World is the place to go when it comes to movie theaters. Stadium seating 16 Screen Movie Theater. Super Tuesdays: $6, All seats, all shows, all day! Every night they give student and military discounts instead of the normal $10 ticket you pay $9. Rewards card: receive coupons, sometimes for a $1.00 off a drink or popcorn to even a free movie pass.
Do Kirkbrae Country Club
A private country club featuring an 18-hole Championship golf course, an Olympic size swimming pool, a fully equipped health facility, a 480 seat banquet facility, and a 240 seat member dining area. Different memberships designed to meet the individual needs of each member.
Do Lincoln Public Library
Mission statement: “The library strives to provide patrons of all ages access to information, educational and cultural reading materials, and services in traditional and innovative formats. As the community’s recreational reading and information resource, our goal is to help library users become lifelong learners. The library is a living, growing entity that responds to meet its patrons changing needs.”
Do Twin River Casino
Gaming, dining, and entertainment destination. Over 4,700 slot machines, greyhound racing from around the country, a 29,000-square-foot Twin River Event Center with headline entertainment, the legendary Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club, free concerts at the Lighthouse Bar, and signature cocktails at Blackstone’s Cigar and Martini Bar.
Buy
Shop Lincoln Commons
An outdoor mall with AT&T, Claire’s Accessories, Deb Shops, Dollar Tree, Dress Barn, Euphoria Institute, Exotic Tans, Eye Associates, Famous Footwear, Firenza Jewelers, Five Below, GNC, Home Goods, iParty, Job Lot, Majestic Nails, Marshall’s, Papa Gino’s, Payless Shoe Source, Radio Shack, Sleepy’s, Super Stop and Shop, Target.
Shop Lincoln Shopping Center
The plaza in the middle of town is home to over 15 local businesses. They include Bread & More, a local bakery, Subway sandwich shop, Lincoln Liquors, Pam's Grille, Nayco Convenience store, Ted's Paint Shop and Lonsdale Laundromat.
Eat
Chain restaurants include Wendy's, McDonald's, Chili's Bar and Grill, Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks, and Subway. Other options include:
Eat Asia Grille
Enjoy fresh, authentic Asian cuisine in a beautifully decorated and eye-pleasing dining room, or carry out for at home dining. Two private banquet rooms for parties up to 40 or 100. Voted Best Asian Restaurant 3 years in a row in the Blackstone Valley. Karaoke every Thursday 8PM-midnight.
Eat Hercules Pizza Works
Family pizzeria serving pizzas, calzones, grinders, wraps, pastas, and salads.
Eat Lincoln Creamery
Large variety of ice cream flavors and toppings.
Eat Trattoria Romana
Experience an authentic Italian Trattoria. Specialty dishes from Italy in a relaxed, fine dining atmosphere. Reserve banquet/private dining rooms that can accommodate parties of 40, 60 and 80 people. Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Take-out. Catering is available through the gourmet deli, Trattoria Express.
Eat Enn Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
A popular sushi option in Northern Rhode Island. The restaurant is more pricey than others but it has a full bar, and sparkling sake, possibly the only place in Rhode Island that has it. Worth a go if you don’t want to go to Providence for some sushi and other Japanese cuisine.
Eat Fred & Steve’s Steakhouse
Located at the Twin River casino, Fred & Steve’s Steakhouse is somewhat upscale given its location and is preferable to the other restaurants at Twin River. Praised for good food and good service.
Drink
Drink The Lodge Pub & Eatery
Casual family dining restaurant set in a fun, comfortable rustic atmosphere. Serves lunch and dinner. Salad bar and cocktail bar. Takeout available.
Drink Wicked Good
True to its name, this sports bar is campy. Located in the Twin River Casino, it can be a good stop for some food and drinks at the slots.
Sleep
Nearby
Central Falls
City / town · 20 listings · 3 mi away
Cumberland
City / town · 21 listings · 3 mi away
Pawtucket
City / town · 35 listings · 4 mi away
Smithfield
City / town · 24 listings · 6 mi away
North Smithfield
City / town · 12 listings · 7 mi away
North Attleborough
City / town · 20 listings · 7 mi away
Providence
City / town · 21 listings · 7 mi away
Woonsocket
City / town · 24 listings · 7 mi away
My experience
Write about your trip here. Notes save automatically in this browser as you type; back them up from My journal.