Providence Ranked #13 For Rudeness by Travel + Leisure

Providence Ranked #13 For Rudeness by Travel + Leisure

Last June, the city of Providence was named the coolest city in the United States by GQ.

The GQ article called Providence an "intimidatingly smart city," and cites Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design and H.P. Lovecraft as reasons why.

This year, Travel + Leisure thinks we're a tad rude.

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13. Providence, Rhode Island

In keeping with stereotypes, this New England city has historically struck readers as “bookishly aloof.” But don’t pass through too quickly: The city scored highly for its attractive architecture and has no shortage of unique attractions. During the summer, you can see the WaterFire bonfire installation, and at any time of year, you can grab a drink in the cooler-than-thou cocktail bar at The Dean Hotel.