• January 2, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Cliff Walk

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Ocean Drive, Newport, RI

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3. Newport Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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4. Museum of Newport History

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5. Naval War College Museum

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6. Newport Mansions

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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7. Rough Point

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Fort Adams State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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9. Touro Synagogue

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10. Thames Street

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11. Bowen's Wharf

12. International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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13. Castle Hill Lighthouse

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Brenton Point State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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15. The Bodhi Spa

16. White Horse Tavern

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Rhode Island Red Food Tours

Tours in the Area
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18. Sticks and Cones Waffle and Ice Cream Hut

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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19. Audrain Automobile Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Newport is the ultimate tourist destination, as it offers rich history, magnificent Gilded Age architecture, a vibrant art scene, miles of beaches, wonderful hiking trails, spectacular sailing, and many festivals throughout the year.
  • You can also find great food, romantic hotels, excellent shopping, street fairs, sidewalk sales, and a luxury car museum.
  • Be sure to leave some time to admire the magnificent mansions that dot the cliffs overlooking the ocean.
  • Newport is 2 hours from Boston (72.5 mi via MA-24 S).
  • Check out the Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week.

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