Things to do in Rhode Island

Activities, attractions and tours

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A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a rocky shoreline, and a row of houses along the coast.
A marina with numerous sailboats docked.
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Things to do

The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Mansion Incl.(Age 8+)

RM203
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Mansion Incl.(Age 8+)
Twilight Cruise: After The Sun Goes Down

Twilight Cruise: After The Sun Goes Down

RM201
per adult
Twilight Cruise: After The Sun Goes Down
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

RM102
per adult
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport
At its inception, the entire campus of Salve Regina University fit into the donated Oche Court mansion.

Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour

RM49
per adult
Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
Mystic Seaport Museum Adventure

Mystic Seaport Museum Adventure

RM143
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mystic Seaport Museum Adventure
Newport: Self-Guided Combo Tour

Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle

RM82
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour

Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

RM61
per traveller
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview

Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview

RM114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview
Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Self-Driving Audio Tour

Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour

RM69
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Brown University

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Explore the campus of Brown University during your trip to Providence. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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Where to stay in Rhode Island

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Downtown Providence

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Providence is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.

A harbor with numerous sailboats and a large bridge in the background.

Downtown Newport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a church spire in the distance.

Yachting Village

If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with a marina, boats, and a sandy beach during sunset.

Watch Hill

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Watch Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at East Beach Watch Hill or Napatree Point.

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Block Island

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Westerly

A cityscape with a prominent church tower, a river, and autumn-colored trees.

Pawtucket

A fast-flowing river with a dam and rocky terrain.

Putnam

A lush green landscape with a prominent church featuring a tall steeple.

Thompson

A large suspension bridge over a calm body of water at dusk with a rocky foreground.

West Warwick

A sandy beach with rocky outcrops and a clear sky.

South Kingstown

A cityscape with modern and historic buildings, a clear blue sky, and green trees.

Providence

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