Overview
North and East Providence are the outer neighborhoods in the north and east of Providence, RI. They are distinct from North Providence, which is a separate municipality. These areas are much lower density and more residential than the rest of the city.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat
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Best things about North and East
Ladd Observatory
The astronomical observatory of Brown University was built in 1891. It is open to the public for viewing the Moon, planets, and stars. There is also a collection of historic scientific instruments on display.
Triggs Memorial Golf Course
One of Rhode Island’s most well-known public golf courses. Located just minutes from downtown Providence, it offers views of the city from some of the more elevated points. It is a nice middle ground between a championsh…
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 — 9 mi away (major hub). Directions
- NPT Newport State Airport, Newport — 23 mi away. Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Ladd Observatory
- Lunch Not Just Snacks
- Afternoon Triggs Memorial Golf Course
- Dinner Redstripe
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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See
Do
Do Triggs Memorial Golf Course
One of Rhode Island’s most well-known public golf courses. Located just minutes from downtown Providence, it offers views of the city from some of the more elevated points. It is a nice middle ground between a championship course and an enjoyable public course. Green fees: Weekend/Weekdays: $40 (18 Holes), $23 (9 Holes). Cart fees per player: $18 (18 holes), $9 (9 holes).
Buy
Specialty stores:
Shop Paper Nautilus Books (formerly Myopic Books)
One of the local bookstores in the city. Boasting over 25,000 books with many rare copies and out of print books, it is a local gem. Paper Nautilus also has its lovely outdoor courtyard for reading during warmer weather and presents local artists around the stores. In this vein there is also the "Arto-mat", a cigarette vending machine modified to dispense small pieces of local artwork.
Eat
Eat Not Just Snacks
This is a small restaurant that serves very traditional Indian and Pakistani food at an affordable price. This family owned and handicapped accessible business is open from 11AM-9PM 7 days a week. They do not take reservations but you can call in to place an order either to be eaten there or to take out. They do not serve and drinks that are alcoholic. However, they are a BYOB establishment and will provide you with glasses for beer or wine upon request. Both the outside and inside of the buildings are very unassuming so make sure your eyes are peeled when looking for it.
Eat Redstripe
A French bistro with an interesting menu. Fine wine to Colt 45 40oz. A lot of the food is made from scratch. Their most interesting menu item is a grilled cheese made with bellpaise cheese and pear finished off with pesto. Fair prices.
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