Getting Around Newport

Renowned as the City-by-the-Sea, much of the allure of Newport stems from its maritime history.

The city, the southernmost community on Aquidneck Island, founded in 1639, Newport had been an important 18th century trade center, rivaling New York City and Boston.

Now a rich region of natural beauty and deep history, Newport brings people from around the world to enjoy the martime community. An hour spent enjoying the interactive audio and video exhibits in the Brick Market Museum of Newport History, touring America’s oldest library or America’s oldest synagogue is an hour well spent.

You can also enjoy a day on a beautiful beach, an afternoon of fabulous shopping or golden-age mansion tours. Complete your day with fabulous dining, and a sunset stroll along the wharfs.

Newport and its neighboring towns; Portsmouth, Middletown and Jamestown offer an unparalled summer experience. Sail Narragansett Bay on the on an AMCUP 12 meter vessel and visit some of the most interesting and varied harbors that the Ocean State has to offer.

Come visit this summer and Sail Home!

directions

GoNewport ~ Things to do in Newport
Newport Reservations ~ Reservation Service
Destination Newport ~ Restaurant Guide
Newport Shopping
Nearby Jamestown, RI
Sail Newport ~ Sailing Info
Newport History
Newport Events