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"Newport National which started out as a 200-acre landscape nursery is now deemed the “Number One Public Access Course in New England,” by New England Golf Monthly. Legendary golf architect Arthur Hills designed the challenging 7,244 yard Orchard Course. The 18-hole links-style course sports sloping fairways, marshes, and strategically placed bunkers. The dramatic setting boasts views of the Atlantic Ocean and Sakonnet Passage, while challenging golfers with steady winds coming off the Narragansett Bay. Newport National is reminiscent of courses in Ireland and the legendary Scottish links. Golfweek Magazine placed the course in the “Top Twenty New Courses in America” soon after it was completed."
10 locals recommend
Newport National Golf Club
324 Mitchell's Ln"Newport National which started out as a 200-acre landscape nursery is now deemed the “Number One Public Access Course in New England,” by New England Golf Monthly. Legendary golf architect Arthur Hills designed the challenging 7,244 yard Orchard Course. The 18-hole links-style course sports sloping fairways, marshes, and strategically placed bunkers. The dramatic setting boasts views of the Atlantic Ocean and Sakonnet Passage, while challenging golfers with steady winds coming off the Narragansett Bay. Newport National is reminiscent of courses in Ireland and the legendary Scottish links. Golfweek Magazine placed the course in the “Top Twenty New Courses in America” soon after it was completed."
"A beverage and culinary destination that blends together award-winning wine, fresh craft beer, farm to table dining experiences and unique events situated on over 100-acres of preserved farmland. Experience a touch of Napa just minutes from Newport, RI." During the year they offer outdoor farmers markets so be sure to try and catch all the local vendors and flavors!
126 locals recommend
Newport Vineyards
909 E Main Rd"A beverage and culinary destination that blends together award-winning wine, fresh craft beer, farm to table dining experiences and unique events situated on over 100-acres of preserved farmland. Experience a touch of Napa just minutes from Newport, RI." During the year they offer outdoor farmers markets so be sure to try and catch all the local vendors and flavors!
Also known as Second Beach by the locals, a mile long, family friendly beach. There's a concession stand with food and bathing stations or you can act like a local and seat your self at "surfers end". Take surf lessons, grab a Dels lemonade, and enjoy the waves. It's about a 9 min car ride away.
174 locals recommend
Second Beach
315 Sachuest Point RdAlso known as Second Beach by the locals, a mile long, family friendly beach. There's a concession stand with food and bathing stations or you can act like a local and seat your self at "surfers end". Take surf lessons, grab a Dels lemonade, and enjoy the waves. It's about a 9 min car ride away.
Experience the thrill of a tandem skydive while taking in the breathtaking views of the Newport coastline and its surroundings. Just 8 minutes away!
6 locals recommend
Skydive Newport
211 Airport Access RdExperience the thrill of a tandem skydive while taking in the breathtaking views of the Newport coastline and its surroundings. Just 8 minutes away!
Experience the thrill of a tandem skydive while taking in the breathtaking views of the Newport coastline and its surroundings. Just 8 minutes away!
BULLFROG FIT,
2477 East Main RoadExperience the thrill of a tandem skydive while taking in the breathtaking views of the Newport coastline and its surroundings. Just 8 minutes away!
Explore a Massive Coastal Fortress on the Bay. Panoramic Bridge Views. Gorgeous Venue. Historic Fort Adams. Sweeping Views of Bay. Check to see if there is a musical festival or even a food truck night!
85 locals recommend
Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
80 Fort Adams DrExplore a Massive Coastal Fortress on the Bay. Panoramic Bridge Views. Gorgeous Venue. Historic Fort Adams. Sweeping Views of Bay. Check to see if there is a musical festival or even a food truck night!
Sail Newport
72 Fort Adams DrBook a romantic sunset sail with champagne toast!
Founded in 2014 in Newport, Rhode Island with a mission of "Preserving, Celebrating & Sharing Automotive History," the Audrain Automobile Museum connects and engages with other local non-profits and the greater Aquidneck Island community.
The historic Audrain Building was transformed into a captivating exhibition space, fit specifically for our cultural needs. The museum, with access to collections containing over 350 cars and motorcycles ranging from brass era pre-War cars to Supercars of the 2000s, displays three or four fresh and thematic exhibits each year, to entertain all generations and stylistic preferences.
America’s love affair with automobiles is intrinsic, and Newport’s place in the history of the automobile is essential. The museum supports and educates the Aquidneck Island community through programs and car events, including the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week, "A Celebration of History, Luxury, & Sport," held each year in early October.
As the Audrain Automobile Museum continues to grow, so does its status as a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
47 locals recommend
Audrain Automobile Museum
222 Bellevue AveFounded in 2014 in Newport, Rhode Island with a mission of "Preserving, Celebrating & Sharing Automotive History," the Audrain Automobile Museum connects and engages with other local non-profits and the greater Aquidneck Island community.
The historic Audrain Building was transformed into a captivating exhibition space, fit specifically for our cultural needs. The museum, with access to collections containing over 350 cars and motorcycles ranging from brass era pre-War cars to Supercars of the 2000s, displays three or four fresh and thematic exhibits each year, to entertain all generations and stylistic preferences.
America’s love affair with automobiles is intrinsic, and Newport’s place in the history of the automobile is essential. The museum supports and educates the Aquidneck Island community through programs and car events, including the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week, "A Celebration of History, Luxury, & Sport," held each year in early October.
As the Audrain Automobile Museum continues to grow, so does its status as a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Take a historic drive down Bellevue and witness The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, Rose Cliff, and many many more.
112 locals recommend
Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue AveTake a historic drive down Bellevue and witness The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, Rose Cliff, and many many more.
In May 2019 three best friends were looking for the perfect yoga studio. A studio with classes that energized the body and restored the mind. With teachers that made you feel welcome and a part of a community. And music that made you feel something. When we couldn’t find it, we opened our own in November 2019.
mend yoga
4 Equality Park PlaceIn May 2019 three best friends were looking for the perfect yoga studio. A studio with classes that energized the body and restored the mind. With teachers that made you feel welcome and a part of a community. And music that made you feel something. When we couldn’t find it, we opened our own in November 2019.
Get out into nature
A 13.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, nature trips, and bird watching. Turn right on Mitchells Lane towards Wyatt street and the parking lot will be on the right, about .4 miles.
9 locals recommend
Sakonnet Greenway Trailhead
388 Mitchell's LnA 13.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, nature trips, and bird watching. Turn right on Mitchells Lane towards Wyatt street and the parking lot will be on the right, about .4 miles.
Norman Bird Sanctuary is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center. with more than 300 acres of diverse habitats and 7 miles of hiking trails. The Hanging Rock Trail is a beautiful lookout over second beach and a must see.
94 locals recommend
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach RdNorman Bird Sanctuary is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center. with more than 300 acres of diverse habitats and 7 miles of hiking trails. The Hanging Rock Trail is a beautiful lookout over second beach and a must see.
It is a 3.5-mile public access walkway that borders the shore line. You can see Easton's (First) beach, Ruggles local surf spot, Salve Regina Universty, and some mansions along the way.
301 locals recommend
Cliff Walk
117 Memorial Blvd It is a 3.5-mile public access walkway that borders the shore line. You can see Easton's (First) beach, Ruggles local surf spot, Salve Regina Universty, and some mansions along the way.
Food scene
A beautiful post-and-beam farm market, café, and pick-your-own farm in Middletown, Rhode Island. Grab yummy breakfast sandwiches, pastries or afternoon snacks for a picnic.
68 locals recommend
Sweet Berry Farm
915 Mitchell's LnA beautiful post-and-beam farm market, café, and pick-your-own farm in Middletown, Rhode Island. Grab yummy breakfast sandwiches, pastries or afternoon snacks for a picnic.
Authentic Italian cuisine in New England with chefs from all different regions of Italy. We highly suggest starting with the Pomodoro Bruschetta, having the Tagliatelle Asparagi e Prosciutto for dinner and ending the meal with Nutella Pizza.
62 locals recommend
Pasta Beach Newport
138 Bellevue AveAuthentic Italian cuisine in New England with chefs from all different regions of Italy. We highly suggest starting with the Pomodoro Bruschetta, having the Tagliatelle Asparagi e Prosciutto for dinner and ending the meal with Nutella Pizza.
A west coast mexican style restaurant. Grab a pitcher of blood orange margaritas, snack on some pulled pork nachos, enjoy the Cali burrito (that aioli) and end the meal with some warm churros. You won't be disappointed.
62 locals recommend
Diego's
11 Bowens WharfA west coast mexican style restaurant. Grab a pitcher of blood orange margaritas, snack on some pulled pork nachos, enjoy the Cali burrito (that aioli) and end the meal with some warm churros. You won't be disappointed.
A contemporary pub with 31 draft beers, and craft selections, with many Single Malts, Bourbons, & Irish Whiskeys. We recommend starting off with a Wild Child martini, tasting the Thai Shrimp Nachos, Steak Frites for dinner and enjoying the Malt Bomb for dessert!
25 locals recommend
Malt
150 BroadwayA contemporary pub with 31 draft beers, and craft selections, with many Single Malts, Bourbons, & Irish Whiskeys. We recommend starting off with a Wild Child martini, tasting the Thai Shrimp Nachos, Steak Frites for dinner and enjoying the Malt Bomb for dessert!
A home away from home restaurant. Corner cafe serves an Irish, Portuguese and West Coast influenced meal as well as traditional breakfasts, lunch and dinner.
66 locals recommend
Corner Café
110 BroadwayA home away from home restaurant. Corner cafe serves an Irish, Portuguese and West Coast influenced meal as well as traditional breakfasts, lunch and dinner.
A fun, laid back bar located on broadway. Start off with beer on tap, the gauc and housemade chips, then the pour judgment burger or our personal favorite, the black bean burger! Anything will be great.
69 locals recommend
Pour Judgement
32 BroadwayA fun, laid back bar located on broadway. Start off with beer on tap, the gauc and housemade chips, then the pour judgment burger or our personal favorite, the black bean burger! Anything will be great.
Surf Club is an understated throwback to comfortable coolness. Located below the Newport Bay Club, Surf Club exudes natural wood tones with marble accents. Spicey watermelon margarita and a pizza anyone? Yep, its thats good.
15 locals recommend
Surf Club
337 Thames StSurf Club is an understated throwback to comfortable coolness. Located below the Newport Bay Club, Surf Club exudes natural wood tones with marble accents. Spicey watermelon margarita and a pizza anyone? Yep, its thats good.
Bar'Cino is an informal neighborhood italian inspired spot in the heart of Newport’s historic Washington Square. Ever cut up a grilled pizza with kitchen scissors? Its the only way to do it. Enjoy a glass of red, sharing a grilled prosciutto & fig pizza, and then the rigatoni bolognese.
34 locals recommend
Bar 'Cino
22 Washington SquareBar'Cino is an informal neighborhood italian inspired spot in the heart of Newport’s historic Washington Square. Ever cut up a grilled pizza with kitchen scissors? Its the only way to do it. Enjoy a glass of red, sharing a grilled prosciutto & fig pizza, and then the rigatoni bolognese.
Panoramic sunsets and nautical views of Newport Harbor, The Mooring offers the freshest and most creative local, regional and international fish and seafood selections. Ask for a bag of donuts (lobster & shrimp fritters with chipotle-maple aioli) and any of the well sought-after entrees. You will not be disappointed.
117 locals recommend
The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar
1 Sayers WharfPanoramic sunsets and nautical views of Newport Harbor, The Mooring offers the freshest and most creative local, regional and international fish and seafood selections. Ask for a bag of donuts (lobster & shrimp fritters with chipotle-maple aioli) and any of the well sought-after entrees. You will not be disappointed.
On the way to the beach? Flatwaves features a unique menu with Mexican Inspired California cuisine featuring some unique tacos, rice bowls, acai, seasonal dishes, and more! We highly suggest the protein acai bowl, pulled pork bowl, or the grilled chicken quesadilla.
Flat Waves Food Shack
1130 Aquidneck AveOn the way to the beach? Flatwaves features a unique menu with Mexican Inspired California cuisine featuring some unique tacos, rice bowls, acai, seasonal dishes, and more! We highly suggest the protein acai bowl, pulled pork bowl, or the grilled chicken quesadilla.
New England's Finest Artisan & Veteran Owned Coffee Roasters. You will love the iced honeybee shaken latte or the zombie killer if you've been out late. Grab a breakfast sandwich on the go or one of their delicious pasteries.
18 locals recommend
Custom House Coffee
796 Aquidneck AveNew England's Finest Artisan & Veteran Owned Coffee Roasters. You will love the iced honeybee shaken latte or the zombie killer if you've been out late. Grab a breakfast sandwich on the go or one of their delicious pasteries.
"There’s a natural order to the way things are done around here. First, you grab an oat milk latte and an almond croissant in the Parisian-inspired Groundswell Cafe + Bakery. Then, happily fortified, you venture across the street to Groundswell Garden + Home, ready to browse. Next, it’s off to Groundswell Table + Provisions."- New England Home.
33 locals recommend
Groundswell Cafe + Bakery
3883 Main Rd"There’s a natural order to the way things are done around here. First, you grab an oat milk latte and an almond croissant in the Parisian-inspired Groundswell Cafe + Bakery. Then, happily fortified, you venture across the street to Groundswell Garden + Home, ready to browse. Next, it’s off to Groundswell Table + Provisions."- New England Home.
Good Grub, Good Beer, Good Vibes. All the way to the beach, or not. The mickey D burger and side of fries is a must.
40 locals recommend
Mission
58 Aquidneck AvenueGood Grub, Good Beer, Good Vibes. All the way to the beach, or not. The mickey D burger and side of fries is a must.
Need some inspo for a picnic? Foodlove offers ready made restaurant quality meals to enjoy at home.
16 locals recommend
Foodlove Market
1037 Aquidneck AveNeed some inspo for a picnic? Foodlove offers ready made restaurant quality meals to enjoy at home.
Stop in for a tasteful bite to eat and cup of cru bru. Breakast served all day & BYOB, what's not to love? The bellevue burrito with a side of tots is a great go to!
33 locals recommend
Cru Café
1 Casino TerraceStop in for a tasteful bite to eat and cup of cru bru. Breakast served all day & BYOB, what's not to love? The bellevue burrito with a side of tots is a great go to!
Frosty Freez
496 E Main RdGet in line and enjoy a local favorite for soft serve ice cream.
They aim to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with flavors such as classic Chocolate Chip and creamy Oatmeal Cookie. Catch a whiff of sweet waffle cones you know you’re close. With over 25 flavors to choose from they will have something for everyone.
12 locals recommend
Clementine's Homemade Ice Cream Middletown
62 Wave AveThey aim to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with flavors such as classic Chocolate Chip and creamy Oatmeal Cookie. Catch a whiff of sweet waffle cones you know you’re close. With over 25 flavors to choose from they will have something for everyone.
A cafe located in Portsmouth that offers delicious sandwiches, salads, and homemade pastries. Grab some ice cream in the evenings as well!
12 locals recommend
Anna D's Café
954 E Main RdA cafe located in Portsmouth that offers delicious sandwiches, salads, and homemade pastries. Grab some ice cream in the evenings as well!
Nestled on a small island in Narragansett bay, Gurney's affords water views in every direction. Also, cozy up in an igloo or go ice skating in the winter. Lay by the pool in the summer with a delicious drink in hand with views of the Newport Pell Bridge.
13 locals recommend
Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina
1 Goat IslandNestled on a small island in Narragansett bay, Gurney's affords water views in every direction. Also, cozy up in an igloo or go ice skating in the winter. Lay by the pool in the summer with a delicious drink in hand with views of the Newport Pell Bridge.
Sightseeing
Take a ride on ocean drive to Brenton pt to enjoy a picnic, fly some kites, or even catch A Mano Pizza Food truck.
55 locals recommend
Brenton Point State Park
Ocean DriveTake a ride on ocean drive to Brenton pt to enjoy a picnic, fly some kites, or even catch A Mano Pizza Food truck.
Nightlife
As a renowned music and entertainment venue for over 45 years, they bring together the old and the new in Newport, Rhode Island.
22 locals recommend
One Pelham East
270 Thames StAs a renowned music and entertainment venue for over 45 years, they bring together the old and the new in Newport, Rhode Island.
Located directly on the waterfront in downtown Newport, open May-October
4 Bars - 2 outside, 2 inside with Widescreen TV for sporting events
Dancing inside to DJ nightly
Live entertainment outside nightly
Outstanding harbor views from throughout the building
30 locals recommend
The Landing Restaurant
30 Bowens WharfLocated directly on the waterfront in downtown Newport, open May-October
4 Bars - 2 outside, 2 inside with Widescreen TV for sporting events
Dancing inside to DJ nightly
Live entertainment outside nightly
Outstanding harbor views from throughout the building
Located right on the water off Thames Street, Dockside is the only Newport nightclub that has panoramic views of the harbor. Our outside bars and stage overlook the world class West Wind Marina and we offer the best in live entertainment and nightlife.
The Dockside
24 Waites WharfLocated right on the water off Thames Street, Dockside is the only Newport nightclub that has panoramic views of the harbor. Our outside bars and stage overlook the world class West Wind Marina and we offer the best in live entertainment and nightlife.
The Newport Blues Café is a world class, live music venue located in the heart of downtown Newport RI.
40 locals recommend
Newport Blues Cafe
286 Thames StThe Newport Blues Café is a world class, live music venue located in the heart of downtown Newport RI.
Shopping
Uh oh, you're here and you have NOTHING to wear. Dont worry, bobbles & lace has every cute outfit you need! Specialty is making high fashion fun and affordable.
Bobbles & Lace
17 Touro StreetUh oh, you're here and you have NOTHING to wear. Dont worry, bobbles & lace has every cute outfit you need! Specialty is making high fashion fun and affordable.
x&o boutique
190 Bellevue AvenueLuxury Woman's wear.
Island Outfitters
473 Thames Stbringing you the best in coastal style since 94'
Need shades? Sandles? Board shorts? tees? Women's bathing suits? A surf board? they have it all!
7 locals recommend
Island Surf & Sport
86 Aquidneck AveNeed shades? Sandles? Board shorts? tees? Women's bathing suits? A surf board? they have it all!