Providence combines the accessibility and friendliness of a small town with the culture and sophistication of a big city. With a thriving arts community, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, outstanding hotels, a renowned restaurant scene and so many things to do, Providence is the perfect place to live, work play and visit. GQ calls Providence 'America's Coolest City', Architectural Digest called us 'The Country's Best Small City', Travel & Leisure named us America's Favorite City, & the New York Times lists us as one of 52 places to visit in the entire world. A city of 180,000, Providence is home to 8 outstanding colleges and universities, world-class arts, culture and performance venues and outstanding restaurants, shops and small businesses. With so much to offer, it is no wonder why so many people are proud to call Providence home.