Factory Outlet Shopping in Providence, RI

Looking for the best bargains in Southern New England?

Try shopping one of Rhode Island’s many outlet malls for a remarkable deal on everything – from snacks to tile.

When RYCO says “We’re hard to find, but we’re worth the trip,” they mean it. Really. In Rhode Island terms, they’re behind where the old Anne & Hope store USED to be. (For non-natives, that would mean a drive down Lonsdale Avenue). Turn onto Carrington Street – although it’s not marked as such – it runs between the bright (and I mean BRIGHT) yellow car wash and the fellow who still raises cattle in the heart of Lincoln Center. Follow the signs through the factory complex to RYCO.

Once inside you’ll find a wonderful selection of everything from laces, to webbing, and even cording at true outlet prices. Ryco offers baskets, silk flowers, trophy, and craft items, as well and has recently expanded its offering of yard goods. I purchased the fringe and cording for my livingroom draperies there at $2.25 a yard when even the “discount” fabric stores were offering the same items for over $5.75per yard.

RYCO is easier to find, BTW, if you approach from the north, since there’s a billboard warning you to take the next right. You might want to stop by the bakery outlet listed below for an extra loaf first. That way, you’ll have plenty for snacks and to mark your trail for the trip out. Here’s their phone number, just in case you get REALLY lost : {401)725-1779.