Top of the Hill Travel Guide
Newport


Visit Top of the Hill
Stay near popular Top of the Hill attractions
Things to do

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)

Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)

Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)

Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle

90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
Top hotels in Top of the Hill

Gilded
"My wife and I really enjoyed spending July 4th weekend at Gilded. Terrific boutique hotel in the heart of Newport, about a 10 minute walk to the main area of Thames Street and the Wharf. In the other direction, you can walk to the mansions in about 15-20 minutes too. The staff were very pleasant ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

The Attwater
"Slight diversification to the breakfast, like cold cuts, scramble eggs, sausages, would make it absolutely amazing addition."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Bellevue Manor
"Loved the room close to the main drag and especially well maintained and clean would stay again"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Bellevue House
"Location is great, walkable to many areas, breakfast was good and convenient. Room was the smallest we have ever stayed in."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hydrangea House
"Great inn and location. It's a few blocks above the main downtown area, so it's quiet, but walking distance to all the shops. Next to the inn is a great coffee/bistro shop. And directly across the street is the Viking hotel, that has a restaurant, lounge and rooftop bar. The staff is wonderful! And ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
"The staff is excellent - friendly, attentive, knowledgeable. Great location - on the water; on the harbor- beautiful boats, yachts, sailing boats; in the heart of downtown; restaurants, bars, unique stores;"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Top of the Hill

Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Fifth Ward
If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Gooseberry Beach and Fort Adams State Park 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.

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.

Historic Hill
If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.




















