The Newport Mansion Tours

(401) 847-1000

www.newportmansions.org

Explore 250 years of American history at these 11 historic properties. Here you will find a world of exceptional elegance and inspiration in art, architecture, interior designs, and landscapes. Visit The Preservation Society web site to learn more about the mansion tours.

Newport Cliff Walk

(401) 847-1300

www.discovernewport.org

This world famous 3.5 mile public access walk combines the natural beauty of the Newport shoreline with the architectural history of Newport's Gilded Age. The trail runs behind many of the famous Newport mansions.

Newport Classic Cruises

401-847-0000

https://sail-newport.com/

The locals' favorite spot for sailing, power boat tours, and sunset harbor cruises. Have a cocktail and enjoy spectacular views of Newport Harbor, Narragansett Bay and the excitement of the Sailing Capital of America. Ships board in the heart of downtown Newport.

Scooter World

(401) 619-1349

www.scooterworldri.com

This is a one stop shop for those seeking outdoor entertainment - whether it be by land or sea. This shop offers rentals for Scooters, Jet Skis, and Bikes and is located in the heart of downtown (next to 41 North).

Shopping, Shopping, Shopping!!

www.discovernewport.org/where-to-shop

The town of Newport has a variety of stores ranging from local boutiques to favorite American brands. Visit the site provided to find an A-Z guide of the best places for a little retail therapy in Newport.

The International Tennis Hall of Fame

(401) 849-3990

www.tennisfame.com

Home to the legends of tennis. A great place to visit whether you are an avid tennis fan or not!

Newport Storm Brewery

(401) 849-5232

https://newportcraft.com/

This brewery has made up to 100 different varieties of unique craft brews. They helped in the idea of making limited release beers, and did the same with canned beer. Thousands of people have visited the facility and many more have had the opportunity to try their unique beer throughout RI. You can be one of the lucky ones and go on in for a tasting!

The National Museum of American Illustration

www.americanillustration.org

(401) 851-8949

The museum's collection contains over 2,000 original works by noted American illustrators such as Norman Rockwell, Maxfield Parish, N.C. Wyeth, and others. Enjoy these great works by either a self-guided or guided tour.

Bowen's Wharf

(401) 849-2243

www.bowenswharf.com

Offers beautiful nautical grounds to walk along. You can see the yachts and schooners docked along the wharf, while enjoying the sights. There are a variety of great restaurants and local shops to check out, easily spending a good portion of the day here.

Audrain Auto Museum

(401) 856-4420

www.audrainautomuseum.org

The Audrain Automobile Museum collection is comprised of over 160 of the rarest and most remarkable automobiles in history, and houses fully restored vehicles ranging from the beginning of the 20th Century to modern day.

Beaches

Newport offers numerous beaches, take a look at this website below to chose yours.

www.newport-discovery-guide.com/newport-ri-beaches.html

1st Beach

Easton's Beach also called 1st Beach by the locals, is located on Memorial Boulevard, right at the beginning of the world famous Newport Cliff Walk.

2nd Beach

Sachuest Beach known as 2nd Beach to the locals is actually in Middletown, but is still considered one of the Newport RI beaches. It is only a few miles from 1st Beach, and is next to the 300 acre Norman Bird Sanctuary.

3rd Beach

3rd Beach is a little further down the road past 2nd Beach in Middletown.

This beach is pretty small, but it is extremely peaceful. This is a great spot to come for some quiet relaxation, or if you have little kids who just want to splash in some calm water.

Going off Island...visit the most popular, sought after vacation destinations in New England!

Martha's Vineyard

https://www.vineyardfastferry.com/marthas_vineyard_ferry_schedules.htm

Approximately a 30 minute drive from Newport to ferry dock.

Approximately 1 hour and 45 minute ferry ride.

Martha's Vineyard is an island located south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts, known for being an affluent summer colony. This tiny island remains one of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New England. Among the island's towns, you're sure to find the Vineyard that's right for you.

Block Island

http://www.blockislandferry.com/schedule/service/

Approximately a 30 minute drive from Newport to ferry dock.

Approximately 40 minute minute ferry ride.

Block Island is a barefoot and bicycle kind of place, with rolling green hills, hundreds of freshwater ponds, and dramatic 250-foot bluffs that remind many of Ireland.

Nantucket

https://www.hylinecruises.com/hy-line-nantucket-schedule-and-rates/

Approximately 1 hour and 30 minute drive from Newport to Hyannis, MA to ferry dock.

Approximately 1 hour for fast ferry ride.

Approximately 2 hours for traditional ferry ride.

Nantucket is an island 30 miles south of Cape Cod, in the American state of Massachusetts with windswept beaches, sand dunes, blinking lighthouses and a charming pace of life await on this 50-square mile island. The world's former top whaling port is now designated a National Historic District.