Downtown Newport, RI
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Popular places to visit
Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.
Bowen's Wharf
During your trip to Newport, you can enjoy retail therapy at Bowen's Wharf. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.
International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Bannister's Wharf
You can do some window-shopping at Bannister's Wharf during your visit to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Touro Synagogue
Find out about the history of Newport when you take a trip to Touro Synagogue. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Trinity Church
Trinity Church is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
Downtown Newport Hotel Deals
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
"Staff was very pleasant. Had an ocean view room and the windows outside were filthy, libby windows too."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Hammetts Hotel
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
"Good service and helpful staff"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Cleveland House
"The room was very small even for an Inn. We expected to stay in one of the rooms in the main building that were shown on the website. We were put in another building and a smaller room. We stayed 2 nights and no maid service."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Hotel Viking
"Stayed this past weekend and the updates and remodel to the hotel were beautiful! They did a wonderful job with the decor and overall vibe of the hotel. Rooms/ bathrooms are small, but the newness of all the furniture and finishings were a nice touch. We stayed on floor 2 and the water/ice station ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
"Wonderful stay there"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Newport
Historic Hill
While visiting Historic Hill, you might make a stop by sights like International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue.
Yachting Village
While visiting Yachting Village, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Street and Newport Harbour.
Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.
The Point
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in The Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Newport Ferry Terminal or Newport Harbour.
Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Gilded Age mansions and architectural styles by major American architects define this National Historic Landmark in Newport, Rhode Island. Tour historic mansions like Vernon Court and Belcourt Castle, or explore the Frederick Law Olmsted Arboretum and Rovensky Park.
