West Ferry Travel Guide
Jamestown
Visit West Ferry
Popular places to visit
Beavertail State Park
Enjoy a trip to Beavertail State Park and popular activities such as boating in Jamestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Mackerel Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mackerel Cove during your travels in Jamestown. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Beavertail Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Jamestown when you take a trip to Beavertail Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Fort Wetherill State Park
Stand on the high granite bluffs of this scenic state park and former defense battery to check out stunning coastal views and spot yachts and ships sailing by.
Head's Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Head's Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jamestown. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Jamestown Windmill
Appreciate the steadfast architecture of this 18th-century structure standing high on a hilltop in the heart of Conanicut Island and learn about its antique technology.
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
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Top hotels in West Ferry
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Convenient location, nice staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Room wasn’t all that clean, carpets were stained. Ceiling above downstairs bar started leaking because someone showering above.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
Best staff ever
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
The appearance and cleanliness of this hotel was more than I expected. Everything was fresh and clean and staff was friendly and yes, I would recommend it and yes, I would stay there again.!!!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Wayfinder Newport
Check in staff helpful and friendly, cool vibe overall
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Ferry
Shoreby Hill
While visiting Shoreby Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum and Dutch Island.
The Dumplings
If you're spending some time in The Dumplings, Fort Wetherill State Park and Fort Weatherill are top sights worth seeing.
Jamestown Shores
When in Jamestown Shores, you can plan a visit to Head's Beach and Conanicut Island Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
