Wickenden Street

This street is a smorgasbord of good food, good coffee and great shopping opportunities.. The Scene
The artwork gracing the telephone poles is the first sign that Wickenden Street is big on personality. This stretch of Providence is a funky mix of galleries, antique shops, junk shops, restaurants and cafes.

The Goods
One of the most popular activities here is just relaxing with a cup of joe at a coffeehouse. Cafe Zog (239 Wickenden) has a very friendly, relaxed atmosphere while the Coffee Exchange (207 Wickenden) sells a great selection of specialty coffee beans. Once properly caffeinated, you can peruse the antique and junk shops for vintage treasures. Looking for a souvenir from the capital city and don't want a snow globe? Head to Picture This Gallery (158 Wickenden), which sells original work and prints from artists like photographer Richard Benjamin. He brilliantly captures the true beauty of Providence, complete with scenes of WaterFire, Benefit Street and Riverwalk.…