Quick Summary: East Coast is home to many of the most beautiful places across the entire country. Whether you are on vacation or new to the area, you can have some serious fun by visiting all the great attractions in Rhode Island. You can expect to learn hundreds of years of Rhode Island history, swim at some beaches, catch some massive fish while camping in gorgeous state parks, visit museums, and dine at some of the best restaurants and eateries in the East Coast.


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Scarborough State Beach

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Roger W. Wheeler State Beach

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Galilee

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Point Judith Lighthouse

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The Towers

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Salty Brine State Beach

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Fishermen’s Memorial State Park and Campground

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South County Museum

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Aunt Carrie’s


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