Travel and Tourism

About Providence, RI

With a thriving arts district, a commitment to historical preservation, and a sophisticated nightlife, Providence, Rhode Island blends urban sophistication with small town charm. Meet in a state-of-the-art convention center during the day, then dine at one of several nationally acclaimed restaurants at night. Bring the kids to one of the country's best zoos in the afternoon. Catch a show at a Tony award-winning theater in the evening. Shop at funky boutiques or opulent department stores. Night and day, Providence entices thousands of visitors annually. To find out more about this hip and historic city, visit www.ProvidenceNightandDay.com.

Airport

T.F. Green Airport was recently named one of the "Top Five Alternative Airports" in the country by Forbes magazine and received a Reader's Choice recommendation from Condé Nast Traveler. Just off Exit 13 on Interstate Route 95, Green Airport is accessible to Boston, Cape Cod and Southeastern New England It offers more than 160 direct flights via major carriers.

Transporation

Shuttle service
The distance from T.F. Green Airport to the downtown area is 9 miles and Taxi's will cost approximately $30.00 each way. The airport shuttle is available 7 days a week from 5:00am to 11:00 pm. The shuttle leaves the airport every hour on the hour. From the hotels they leave every hour on the ½ hour. After 7:00 pm reservations for the shuttle are required from the city only. The cost of the shuttle is $9.00 each way. (401) 737-2868 or toll free 1-888-737-7006 http://www.airporttaxiri.com/mainindex.html

Car Rental (All area codes are 401)
Bonanza Bus Lines 751-8800
Alamo 739-0696
Avis 736-7500
Budget 739-8986
Dollar 739-8450
Enterprise 739-1005
Hertz 738-3550
National 732-0907
Payless 736-8503
Thrifty 739-8660

Bus Service
Bonanza (888-751-8800 or www.bonanzabus.com) and Greyhound (800-231-2222 or www.greyhound.com) have stations in the Providence area. For local public transportation, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) runs buses and trolleys statewide (800-244-0444 or www.ripta.com).

Driving Directions
Located at the intersection of I-95 and I-195, Providence is 40 miles from Boston (about a one hour car ride) and 185 miles from New York City (about three hours by car). For a detailed map of the area, please visit our website at www.pwcvb.com.

Train Service
Providence is located on Amtrak's Northeast Corridor between Washington DC/New York City and Boston. High speed Acela Express train service transports passengers from New York City to Providence in about two and a half hours. For tickets call 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit www.amtrak.com. The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) runs low cost commuter trains to Providence from Boston and other points in Massachusetts. Call 1-800-392-6100 or visit www.MBTA.com for schedules and fares.

Weather

Rhode Island's average temperature for the entire year is near 50 degrees, with April through June and September through mid-November the most delightfully moderate seasons. January and February are the coldest months, with a mean temperature near 29 degrees, and July and August the warmest, with a mean close to 72 degrees. Rhode Island has no regular "rainy" or "dry" season, with precipitation fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The first measurable snowfall of winter generally comes toward the end of November, but may be as late as January. The month of greatest snowfall is usually February.

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