Newport Guidebook

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Newport Guidebook

Sightseeing

112 locals recommend
Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue Ave
112 locals recommend
301 locals recommend
Cliff Walk
117 Memorial Blvd
301 locals recommend
174 locals recommend
Second Beach
315 Sachuest Point Rd
174 locals recommend
94 locals recommend
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach Rd
94 locals recommend
Another small beach overlooking Newport Harbor, King Park Beach is the perfect spot to pack a picnic to enjoy on the pavilion and spend the day in the sun.
8 locals recommend
King Park Beach
8 locals recommend
Another small beach overlooking Newport Harbor, King Park Beach is the perfect spot to pack a picnic to enjoy on the pavilion and spend the day in the sun.

Food scene

34 locals recommend
Bar 'Cino
22 Washington Square
34 locals recommend
17 locals recommend
Sardella's Italian Restaurant
30 Memorial Blvd W
17 locals recommend
New Sea Shai Restaurant
747 Aquidneck Ave
Bar & Grill
69 locals recommend
Pour Judgement
32 Broadway
69 locals recommend
Bar & Grill
Pub and Restaurant
83 locals recommend
Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant
140 Thames St
83 locals recommend
Pub and Restaurant
42 locals recommend
The Red Parrot Restaurant
348 Thames St
42 locals recommend
77 locals recommend
Castle Hill Inn
590 Ocean Ave
77 locals recommend

Winery

126 locals recommend
Newport Vineyards
909 E Main Rd
126 locals recommend

Explore

Many shops and restaurants
61 locals recommend
Thames Street
Thames Street
61 locals recommend
Many shops and restaurants
Many shops and restaurants... parks and historic buildings
Spring Street
Spring Street
Many shops and restaurants... parks and historic buildings

Beaches

NEWPORT EASTON'S BEACH Also known as First Beach, this 3/4-mile stretch of sand and ocean is the prime spot for whichever beach-day activity you desire. Rolling waves set the scene for surfing or boogie boarding. Bonus: It marks the beginning of Cliff Walk, just in case you find yourself yearning a scenic stroll.
163 locals recommend
Easton's Beach
175 Memorial Blvd
163 locals recommend
NEWPORT EASTON'S BEACH Also known as First Beach, this 3/4-mile stretch of sand and ocean is the prime spot for whichever beach-day activity you desire. Rolling waves set the scene for surfing or boogie boarding. Bonus: It marks the beginning of Cliff Walk, just in case you find yourself yearning a scenic stroll.
FORT ADAMS STATE BEACH Located at Fort Adams State Park on Ocean Drive, this small 225-foot beach overlooks Newport Harbor with calm waters and a roped-off swimming area perfect for kids.
9 locals recommend
Fort Adams State Park
Fort Adams State Park
9 locals recommend
FORT ADAMS STATE BEACH Located at Fort Adams State Park on Ocean Drive, this small 225-foot beach overlooks Newport Harbor with calm waters and a roped-off swimming area perfect for kids. 
Gooseberry Beach is located along 10-mile Ocean Drive. Set in a cove, the beach provides a quiet, calm place to relax with minimal waves. The beach is open to the public, however walk-on access is prohibited. You must arrive by bike, scooter or purchase a daily pass to park and arrive by car. Daily passes are for sale on gooseberrybeach.com for $30 + tax and must be purchased in advance.
37 locals recommend
Gooseberry Beach
130 Ocean Ave
37 locals recommend
Gooseberry Beach is located along 10-mile Ocean Drive. Set in a cove, the beach provides a quiet, calm place to relax with minimal waves. The beach is open to the public, however walk-on access is prohibited. You must arrive by bike, scooter or purchase a daily pass to park and arrive by car. Daily passes are for sale on gooseberrybeach.com for $30 + tax and must be purchased in advance. 
Sachuest Beach in Middletown, locally known as Second Beach, is where you'll find most of the area's locals. The longest stretch of sand in Rhode Island, Second Beach provides 1.5 miles of white sand stretching down to Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. Here you'll find 2.5 miles of nature trails and more than 200 bird species throughout the year.  Head to Surfer's End for, you guessed it, surfing; plus, kayaking and kite flying. Large waves and ample space culminate the perfect beach scene.
174 locals recommend
Second Beach
315 Sachuest Point Rd
174 locals recommend
Sachuest Beach in Middletown, locally known as Second Beach, is where you'll find most of the area's locals. The longest stretch of sand in Rhode Island, Second Beach provides 1.5 miles of white sand stretching down to Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. Here you'll find 2.5 miles of nature trails and more than 200 bird species throughout the year.  Head to Surfer's End for, you guessed it, surfing; plus, kayaking and kite flying. Large waves and ample space culminate the perfect beach scene.
Located down the road from Second Beach and fairly off the beaten path, Third Beach provides a quiet oasis for those looking to unwind. Much like Gooseberry Beach, Third Beach is set in a cove, so there aren't many waves, but don't worry, the breeze is still plenty.
72 locals recommend
Third Beach
3rd Beach Road
72 locals recommend
Located down the road from Second Beach and fairly off the beaten path, Third Beach provides a quiet oasis for those looking to unwind. Much like Gooseberry Beach, Third Beach is set in a cove, so there aren't many waves, but don't worry, the breeze is still plenty. 

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