Newport, Rhode Island Travel Guide

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There are so many things to do and see in Newport, RI. A visit here is more than a city with miles of beautiful coastline. A visit to Newport is a step into history. A chance to see what it was like living like the rich and famous of the gilded age or dine in the oldest standing restaurant in the United States. A visit to Newport will bring you delicious New England meals of lobster rolls and clam chowder.

Newport, RI offers you a chance for some adventure with its infamous Cliff Walk. You can learn to sail or sit back and relax while someone else does the sailing. Take a stroll through the mansions while listening to stories of the Gilded Age.

Where is Newport, Rhode Island?

Newport, RI is a coastal city located on Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay of Rhode Island. It is approximately 33 miles southeast of Providence, RI. 74 miles south of Boston, MA, and 180 miles northeast of New York City.

When to Go

To truly enjoy Newport you will want to avoid the winter months. Except for Christmas time, most of the major attractions close down for the season. The city lights up for the holidays, so if you are looking to visit during December there will be lots to see.