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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

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Overview

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English

1 hour 30 minutes

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Join us for this elegant stroll through time!

Allow our historically costumed, local guides to lead you down the most beautifully preserved street in all of Providence, RI- Benefit Street!

Guests will learn the history of some of Providence's most prominent residents and families, including the Dorr family, Roger Williams, and the Hoppin family. See architectural icons including the John Brown House, the First Baptist Church, the Fleur de Lys Building, and the original State House. Learn about the events that shaped our state and nation, including the suffrage movements (yes, there were two!) and the Civil War. This tour will leave you feeling more connected to the city's past and with a greater appreciation for Providence.

Benefit Street is a mostly flat street and is suitable for people of most levels of health and fitness.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Flat terrain, suitable for most levels of health.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

A Historically Costumed Guide

What To Expect

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Benefit Street

We will stroll historic Benefit Street for the duration of the tour. Your guide will point out buildings of architectural, historical, and societal interest. The tour is outside and we will not enter any of the buildings. Your guide will point out any establishments that permit public entry and you are welcome to go back to see them more closely at your convenience.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour

Reviews

4.97

39 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • She had some interesting ...

    Barbara G,

    Aug 2, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    She had some interesting info. I’m finding it’s hard to retain everything unless I right it down! I liked the narrator’s costume and although it was super hot she was a trooper!

  • A Walk in the past

    Laura F,

    Jul 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Prepare to be amazed. With This beautiful and very knowledgeable tour guide you will be spell bound .

  • People and Places on Benefit Street

    Lori H,

    Jul 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour was outstanding. Our guide shared great stories about the people and places on Benefit Street. Her story telling skills were extraordinary which made the tour really fun.

  • Worth it!

    AMY H,

    Jul 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Really enjoyed this walking tour. Easy walk along Benefit Street, as you learn about the key people in the history of Providence. She tells you all this history in a wonderful storytelling way, so it is memorable and easy to digest. A wonderful historical story and excellent delivery. The time flew by. Highly recommend!

  • All will Benefit from this Providence tour

    Jennifer S,

    Jun 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide, Courtney, brought Providence to life. She even spent extra time past the hour sharing tidbits. We loved it.

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4.97
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