Providence

Rhode Island’s capital and largest city, Providence, is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was founded in 1636 by religious exile Roger Williams who named it after “God’s merciful Providence.” Providence is a scenic city at the head of Narragansett Bay. The Providence River runs through town, so find time to relax at Waterfront Park or Riverwalk. Take a break over coffee and doughnuts – Providence has the highest per capita of coffee/doughnut shops in the United States. Visit the oldest Baptist church in America that was founded by Roger Williams. Providence also is home to the “Big Blue Bug,” a roadside attraction that is the world’s largest termite.