Portsmouth Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Portsmouth

Melville
While there might not be top attractions in Melville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Green Animals Topiary Gardens and Newport International Polo.

Founder's Brook Motel and Suites
Great as usual we stay here very often
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
I wasn't there for breakfast
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Omni Providence Hotel
Great hotel and service
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Nice Private Space Short Walk To The Beach
everything was clean and easily located. the host was more than helpful when I couldn't locate my code to get into the unit. it was quiet and near the ocean, but it was very cold weather so I didn't spend much time visiting the beach.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Water Views from nearly Every Room! 3BR 3BA Luxury in Portsmouth RI
I have been staying in VRBO properties for many years. This property, by far, was one of the BEST. Very well appointed with comfortable furnishing and beachy decor. The kitchen, laundry, and bathroom are well stocked with laundry soap, dish soap, dishwasher pods, filtered water, seasonings, coffee, ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Island House Newport
Lovely hotel and super close to downtown Newport. parking with EV charger for those in need of one. Staff was wonderfully welcoming. Very quiet and overall beautiful. Highly recommend if you want to be somewhat of a walk (12-15 min) from downtown Newport and another 10-15 or so to the cliff ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Newport Bridge
Admire a remarkable feat of engineering when you cross the colossal bridge that spans the East Passage of Narragansett Bay to connect Newport and Jamestown.

Green Animals Topiary Gardens
Explore the lovely green spaces of Green Animals Topiary Gardens and enjoy the boating in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Newport International Polo
Enjoy a trip to Newport International Polo and popular activities such as boating in Portsmouth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Greenvale Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Greenvale Vineyards during your travels to Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Escobar's Highland Farm
Enjoy an outing to Escobar's Highland Farm during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Teddy Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Teddy Beach during your trip to Portsmouth? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
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)
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