Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour
Providence Ghost Tour
5.0
nikkifS5423TI
80 days ago
We absolutely loved the Parasols and Pocket Watches history tour in Providence. Courtney was our guide, and she was fantastic — her love of history really shines through in every story she tells. You can tell she’s deeply passionate about the past and has spent so much time uncovering the small details that make Providence’s history come alive.
She shared so many interesting facts, told us about the unique historical homes along Benefit Street, and connected everything in a way that made it easy to imagine what life here was like throughout the past several centuries. She even had an artifact collection that she shared along the way to give more meaning to the stories from the past. The tour was perfectly paced, informative without ever feeling dry, and full of charm.
If you enjoy history or just want to experience Providence in a deeper, more meaningful way, I highly recommend this tour.
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.
Departure Point
- Please meet your guide to the right of the Barker Playhouse, at the gates of the Tillinghast cemetery.
- Please meet your guide to the right of the Barker Playhouse, at the gates of the Tillinghast cemetery.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Benefit Street, , Providence, Rhode IslandWe 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.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesAdditional Information
- 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.
- A Historically Costumed Guide
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.
Departure Point
- Please meet your guide to the right of the Barker Playhouse, at the gates of the Tillinghast cemetery.
- Please meet your guide to the right of the Barker Playhouse, at the gates of the Tillinghast cemetery.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Benefit Street, , Providence, Rhode IslandWe 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.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesAdditional Information
- 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.
- A Historically Costumed Guide
Need To Know Info
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Fay_M
The tour took place at sunset, but it was not a ghost tour. Would have been better in the day time. Would have been easier to see the buildings we were looking at.
nikkifS5423TI
We absolutely loved the Parasols and Pocket Watches history tour in Providence. Courtney was our guide, and she was fantastic — her love of history really shines through in every story she tells. You can tell she’s deeply passionate about the past and has spent so much time uncovering the small details that make Providence’s history come alive.
She shared so many interesting facts, told us about the unique historical homes along Benefit Street, and connected everything in a way that made it easy to imagine what life here was like throughout the past several centuries. She even had an artifact collection that she shared along the way to give more meaning to the stories from the past. The tour was perfectly paced, informative without ever feeling dry, and full of charm.
If you enjoy history or just want to experience Providence in a deeper, more meaningful way, I highly recommend this tour.
45rosew
Had a fantastic time learning about the history of Providence and seeing Benefit St. I would definitely take another one of these tours!
Ilanit A
My girlfriend and I booked a trip to Providence without knowing much about the city or its rich history. We booked a last-minute tour and were the only two guests with Courtney, our guide. She was delightful, kind, and so knowledgeable!
Courtney's love for the area's history enriched our understanding and appreciation for Providence's unique past!
We couldn't be happier with this experience, 10/10!
melaniemT615YB
I enjoyed this tour. It takes you up and back Benefit Street. I enjoyed listening to the guide and learned a lot of fun facts about Rhode Island history.