Downtown Newport Travel Guide
Newport
Visit Downtown Newport
Popular places to visit
Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.
Bowen's Wharf
During your trip to Newport, you can do some window-shopping at Bowen's Wharf. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.
International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Bannister's Wharf
You can enjoy retail therapy at Bannister's Wharf during your stay in Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Touro Synagogue
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at Touro Synagogue. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Trinity Church
Trinity Church is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Top hotels in Downtown Newport
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
"Staff was very pleasant. Had an ocean view room and the windows outside were filthy, libby windows too."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hammetts Hotel
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
"Good service and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Cleveland House
"The room was very small even for an Inn. We expected to stay in one of the rooms in the main building that were shown on the website. We were put in another building and a smaller room. We stayed 2 nights and no maid service."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Viking
"Stayed this past weekend and the updates and remodel to the hotel were beautiful! They did a wonderful job with the decor and overall vibe of the hotel. Rooms/ bathrooms are small, but the newness of all the furniture and finishings were a nice touch. We stayed on floor 2 and the water/ice station ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
"Wonderful stay there"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport
Historic Hill
If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Kingscote Newport Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Yachting Village
If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.
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.
Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.
