10% off (Sale price $107.00, Reg. Price $119.00) :: Top Reasons to Visit The Providence Biltmore The Biltmore was constructed in 1922 and has since been recognized by Historic Hotels of America; the interior design was inspired by grand European hotels, and has been newly renovated as of May 2014. Its located in the heart of downtown Providence, close to museums, shopping, and the Rhode Island Convention Center. You can dine on site at McCormick Schmick’s Seafood Steaks or at one of many restaurants within two blocks of the hotel. The hotel has served as a filming location for several movies, including 27 Dresses and The Last Shot.Providence, Rhode Island: Historical Haven for Foodies and Arts EnthusiastsHome to Brown University, Johnson Wales University, and Rhode Island School of Design (or RISD) among other schools, Providence is known as an educational hub. But with an active arts scene, the city has more recently been called “The Creative Capital.” Downtown, you’ll find the arts-and-theater district, where galleries and vibrant storefront displays line the streets. Stagecraft thrives at the Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, and nearby, the Providence Performing Arts Center hosts touring Broadway shows.The citys restaurant scene rivals the arts scene in its creativity and local enthusiasm, from the enclave of Italian eateries on Federal Hill to the delis downtown. Local chefs often draw from the regional farms bordering the city for their culinary creations; many gather downtown to shop at the farmers market.
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