Schoolwork. It’s unavoidable in college. But while we can’t get out of studying, there’s no reason we can’t enjoy ourselves while we do it. One way to accomplish this? Get off campus! You might be surprised how refreshed, content, and motivated you’ll feel as your write your essays or do that reading in an environment that’s a bit more exciting than the library. These 4 off-campus study spots are great places to sip some caffeine while doing work, and they’re easy to get to on the RIPTA (plus a short walk)!
1. Small Point Cafe
Description: Small, quirky cafe with tons of drink and food selections.
Noise Level: Moderate.
Best Time to Go: You can always snag a table during a weekday.
Best Work to Do: Nothing too focus-intensive. Think research or quick assignments.
How to Get There: Take the RIPTA to Kennedy Plaza. Use Google Maps to make a 5-minute walk to the cafe.
2. Cafe Choklad
Description: Comfy and cozy Swedish cafe with drink and food selections (and delicious pastries).
Noise Level: Mostly Quiet.
Best Time to Go: Weekday or afternoon on a weekend.
Best Work to Do: Light or somewhat-intensive work (I’ve managed to get through philosophy reading here).
How to Get There: Take the RIPTA to the Providence Train Station. Use Google Maps to make a 7-minute walk to the cafe.
3. Sydney PVD
Description: Australian-inspired cafe with epic avocado toast.
Noise Level: Moderate.
Best Time to Go: Weekday or afternoon on a weekend (try to avoid meal times).
Best Work to Do: Nothing too focus-intensive. Think research or quick assignments.
How to Get There: Take the RIPTA to the Providence Train Station. It’s right across the street.
4. The Providence Athenaeum
Description: Greek-style, beautiful library with floor-to-ceiling books and tables for working downstairs.
Noise Level: Silent.
Best Time to Go: Any time.
Best Work to Do: Anything.
How to Get There: Take the RIPTA to the Providence Train Station. Use Google Maps to make a 15-minute walk.
*You can bring drinks with closed lids