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Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History 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.
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Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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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.
Includes
- A historically costumed guide
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- wheelchair accessible
- suitable for all physical fitness levels
- transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- service animals allowed
- flat terrain, suitable for most levels of health.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 3 Reviews
Summary:
Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. So interesting to start our visit with the history and there’s a lot of interesting history!
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We had a very enjoyable and informative walking tour of Benefit St. in Providence. Our guide gave us tons of interesting information about the people and history of the area from the 1600’s on, sharing such interesting tidbits about the lives and times of the people who lived in the area and the houses that still remain to this day. Highly recommend if you love learning history presented in a fun way.
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Summary:
Lovely experience. Luckily, we went on a Sunday & found parking close to the meeting place. We didn't have to navigate weekday traffic. Appreciated the full experience with the guide dressed in period apparel. She gave an extensive overview of the area with interesting commentary. Something to consider: more information on regular folks - their jobs, salaries, work hours, free time activities, nationalities, schooling, etc.
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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 60 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
Best-rates for the Parasols and Pocket Watches: A History Tour starts from $30 per person with includes with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
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