Set-Jet Your Way Around Providence
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Have you ever spotted a classic Providence location in a movie? We bet you have. Now you can visit them in person. Hit them all or filter by movie to follow in your favorite characters' footsteps.
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Amica Mutual Pavilion
What better place to film a fight scene from the "Bleed for This" Vinny Pazienza biopic than right here at the Amica Mutual Pavilion, in its previous incarnation as the Dunkin' Donuts Center?
Benefit Street
Providence's Mile of History, Benefit Street, stood in for Salem during the filming of "Hocus Pocus 2." The historic set even included a "Haunted Salem Tour Trolley."
Big Blue Bug
At 58 feet long, you can't miss the Big Blue Bug! Featured in films like "Dumb and Dumber" and "Underdog," Nibbles Woodaway can best be seen from Rt. 95. Not only does it hold the record for world's largest insect, but you can also often find it decked out in seasonal attire, including antlers, a big red nose and lights for the holiday season.
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Brown University
"The Education of Charlie Banks" sees main character Charlie hoping to escape his past at an elite private college. That college campus is Providence's own Brown University.
Fun fact: This movie marked the directorial debut of Fred Durst, of Limp Bizkit fame.
Fun fact: This movie marked the directorial debut of Fred Durst, of Limp Bizkit fame.
Columbus Theatre
The Columbus Theatre has been a featured landmark on Providence's West Side since the 1920s. Although it's temporarily closed, you can still spot Richard Gere making a visit here in "Hachi: A Dog's Tale."
Cranston Street Armory
The Cranston Street Armory has been transformed into multiple movie sets over the years. From the Sanderson Sisters' flying scenes to interior shots of "Outside Providence," and most recently "Ella McCay," the spacious interior provides the flexibility and privacy that a movie set requires.
Federal Hill
Where else would you film a movie called "Federal Hill?" Recently named "One of the Five Best Little Italy Neighborhoods in the U.S." by Travel + Leisure, Federal Hill is home to some of the best Italian restaurants in the city.
Hope High School
If you're a fan of "Underdog," you might recognize Hope High School as the movie's Capital City Middle School.
La Salle Academy
La Salle Academy, founded in 1871, played a role in "Hocus Pocus 2" as Skelton High School. The interior high school scenes were filmed here, while nearby Moses Brown School stood in for exterior scenes.
Lippitt Memorial Park
You can catch a glimpse of Lippitt Park in a few scenes of Woody Allen's "Irrational Man," most notably one that features two of the main characters seated on park benches.
Mill's Tavern
You might recognize Mill's Tavern as the setting of Tess and George's engagement party in "27 Dresses."
Moses Brown School
While La Salle Academy was the setting for interior school shots in "Hocus Pocus 2," the exteriors were filmed at Moses Brown School.
Turk's Head Building
One of the most recognizable buildings in Providence, you can spot the Turk's Head Building in a pivotal scene from "Underdog."
Prospect Terrace
Arguably one of the best views in the city, Prospect Terrace makes a brief appearance in "There's Something About Mary."
Rhode Island College
RIC's Sapinsley Hall appears in a town hall meeting scene from "The Purge: Election Year."
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
Multiple locations on RISD's campus can be seen in "The Purge: Election Year."
Rhode Island State House
One of the more popular filming locations, the Rhode Island State House has been home to movies like "Amistad," "The Polka King," "Underdog" and more. Most recently, "Ella McCay" was filmed here in early 2024.
Seven Stars Bakery
Not only does the Seven Stars Bakery's Hope St. location have a cameo in "Dan in Real Life," it was also a favorite stop for Jamie Lee Curtis when she was in Providence filming "Ella McCay."
The Arcade Providence
Built in 1828, The Arcade is the nation’s oldest existing indoor shopping mall and a National Historic Landmark. Like many other Providence landmarks, it features in a prominent scene from "Underdog."
The Hot Club
Grab a drink at The Hot Club and enjoy a riverside view, just like Ben Stiller and Matt Dillon did in "There's Something About Mary."
The Providence Athenaeum
Fans of "NOS4A2" will recognize the Providence Athenaeum as the interior of the library where Vic and Maggie meet. The Athenaeum's appearance in the horror series is fitting, as it was once a favorite haunt of Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft.
You can also catch a glimpse of the Athenaeum in Woody Allen's "Irrational Man."
You can also catch a glimpse of the Athenaeum in Woody Allen's "Irrational Man."
West Side Diner
The West Side Diner, a staple of Providence's West Side for many years (under many different names), moved to its current location in 2011. The prefab train car's exterior was a filming location for Woody Allen's "Irrational Man."