Roger Williams, the founder of Providence, Rhode Island in 1636, was exiled from Massachusetts for such radical beliefs as religious freedom and abolishing slavery. Today, along the Woonasquatucket River, is a cobblestone path located a level below the Downcity (downtown) streets. Called the River Walk in Waterplace Park, it provides pedestrian bridges that are reminiscent of Venice. Complete your feeling of visiting the Italian City of Bridges with a gondola ride.
