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Foster
Spend a half‑day in Foster for historic sights and a short hike; one day is enough.
Foster is a small Rhode Island town with historic buildings, the state high point Jerimoth Hill, and nearby reservoirs. It is reachable by car in about 30 min from Providence, and offers a quick walk or drive‑by of its sights.
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Foster911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Foster, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyFoster is low‑risk; main concerns are rural road conditions and limited nighttime services.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPVD T.F.
- Getting aroundTravel by car on Route 6; no sidewalks and many dirt side roads, bicycles not recommended.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at local cafés$2–$4
- Street or quick mealPizza slice at Lucky's Bar$5–$8
- Budget bedNearby hotel (Providence or Scituate), a night, per roomUS$9,000
- Mid-range bedNearby hotel (Providence or Scituate), a night, per roomUS$13,000
- High-end bedNearby hotel (Providence or Scituate), a night, per roomUS$20,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$50 · High US$80
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PVD T.F. Green Airport (Providence, about 30 min drive to Foster)
Weather and climate
Foster: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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Dec
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Travel by car on Route 6; no sidewalks and many dirt side roads, bicycles not recommended.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jerimoth Hill
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Drive north on Route 6, then local road to the hill trailhead (≈5 min).
Highest point in RI; open 8 AM–4 PM, no fee.
Ponaganset Reservoir
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Drive west on Route 6, then local road into Glocester (≈10 min).
Scenic spot for walking; no entry fee.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
No lodging in Foster
Stay in nearby Scituate (≈5 min) or across the border in Connecticut.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–$50 excl. bed
- Mid
- $50–$80 excl. bed
- High
- $80+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Nearby hotel (Providence or Scituate)1 × 1 night × US$9,000 | US$9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$30 | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$4,530 per person per day, bed included | US$9,060 |
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Prices of common things
| Coffee at local cafés | $2–$4 |
| Pizza slice at Lucky's Bar | $5–$8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Narrow, unpaved side roads limit vehicle types.
- Only one traffic light at Route 6 ∧ Route 94 (installed 2010).
- Limited services; plan fuel and food before arriving.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Embassy
US 911 emergency; nearest consulates in Providence.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Providence → Foster by car: ≈30 min, about $15 fuel (check)
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- Excuse me / Sorry — Excuse me / Sorry
- Thank you — Thank you
- Where is the restroom? — Where is the restroom?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Foster. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: check · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialTown of Foster official website
- secondaryWikidata – Foster
- secondaryWikivoyage: Foster, revision 3768360 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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