In Providence, just 10 miles north:

• Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Brown University, and Johnson and Wales University
• The Birthplace of H.P. Lovecraft
• The highest number of restaurants per capita in the U.S.
• Many creative spaces and vintage stores

In Newport, just a bit to the south:

• The International Tennis Hall of Fame
• known as the Sailing Capital of the World
• Ocean Drive, and it's 10 miles of gorgeous homes, ocean vistas, and Brenton Point
• The famous 3.5 mile Cliff Walk with more scenic views

Throughout Rhode Island:

• Nice sandy beaches
• Delicious seafood
• Top-notch breweries and wineries
• Historic sites and natural vistas