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Hilton Providence $152 0.2 mi 0.4 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Dolce Villa $217 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
The Westin Providence $227 0.5 mi 0.8 km 3.5 of 5 stars
The Hotel Providence $238 0.5 mi 0.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Renaissance Providence Hotel $254 0.7 mi 1.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Bob and Timmy's Grilled Pizza 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Costantino's Venda Ravioli 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Pastiche Fine Desserts 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Venda Ravioli 0.2 mi 0.3 km 3 of 5 stars
Water Place Park and Riverwalk 0.6 mi 1.0 km 4 of 5 stars
WaterFire 0.9 mi 1.4 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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“Federal Hill” Fodors.com
“Romance on Federal Hill” Rhode Island Roads Magazine
“Federal Hill eatery serves up fine food and fond memories” ExploreNewEngland.com / Boston Globe
“Federal Hill Stroll” Rhode Island Roads Magazine
“The Providence palate” Boston.com / Boston Globe
“Weekend in Providence, Rhode Island” Offbeat travel
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 67 attractions in Providence
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Sip a strong espresso at an outdoor cafe, grab a quick pizza for lunch or dine in style at a gourmet Italian restaurant in this historic section of... more » Sip a strong espresso at an outdoor cafe, grab a quick pizza for lunch or dine in style at a gourmet Italian restaurant in this historic section of the city, also know as Little Italy. You'll know you have arrived by the huge arched gateway, with a bronzed pinecone, which marks the entry to the neighborhood. « less
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Attraction type: Neighborhood, Other, Historic walking area
Activities: Dining, City walk sightseeing, Shopping
Address: Atwells Avenue Providence, RI 02903
Tel: 401-453-6161
Fax: 401-421-6443

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“Stayed in Federal Hill”
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5 of 5 stars
RI_blondee
RI
May 14, 2008

If you step outside your hotel you're already here so start the day by walking around this Italian neighborhood. Stop at one of the bakeries for a pastry and cappuccino for breakfast. At the end of the evening, grab a cannoli or gelato before heading back to your hotel for the night. It was a great little romantic getaway!! I... more

“Fun and Variety on Federal HIll”
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5 of 5 stars
Melissa-CentralMA
Central MA
Feb 23, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

If you are traveling to RI, you must make a stop on Federal Hill. There are lots of great restaurants for every budget. For a real neighborhood Italian experience Andinos is a must. This is a small restaurant with good homestyle Italian food, friendly waitstaff and some interesting characters at the bar. For a more upscale experience try Siena -... more

“Providence's "Notth End" (aka Boston's Italian district)”
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4 of 5 stars
foodcritique
Charlotte
Dec 30, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

Nice little romantic spot to have a dinner date and stroll around. Within walking distance to downtown hotels. If you stay in Providence -- don't miss out on this little gem of an area. more

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Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02903
Tel: 401-453-6161 Fax: 401-421-6443