Goat Island

Travel Guide

Looking from the Goat Island Causeway across Goat Island to the Jamestown Bridge in the fog.
Goat Island
Goat Island
Goat Island
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Explore the area near Goat Island and other popular areas in Newport

Find the best Goat Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Goat Island
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Downtown Newport

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

Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Newport Mansions and The Breakers while you're in town.
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Fifth Ward

If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Fort Adams State Park and Brenton Point State Park are top sights worth seeing.
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Cliff Walk

Unique features of Cliff Walk include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by The Breakers or Beechwood Mansion while you're exploring the area.

Historic Hill

While visiting Historic Hill, you might make a stop by sights like International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue.
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island Newport RI
The price is CA $623 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
CA $623
CA $801 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,106 reviews)
"We have stayed at this property many times, with different owners over the last 15 years. This most recent ownerships has updated the property with notable improvements. The room decor is newer and quite lovely. We appreciated the comfortable chairs on our deck that faced the water and the Newport ..."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Newport Harbor Island Resort
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave Newport RI
The price is CA $395 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
CA $395
CA $522 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,418 reviews)
"For the price that you pay for your stay, the rooms are dated. Our tub didn’t drain, so for a family of four showering, the last family member was standing in a tub full of dirty water. Water pressure was poor. Tub was filthy. Our room faced the boardwalk and you could hear the bars playing music ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

3.5 out of 5
28 Aquidneck Ave Middletown RI
The price is CA $293 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
CA $293
CA $350 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Middletown. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,459 reviews)
"It was an ok choice for being next to the water, beach and good location for the Mansions and Cliffwalk."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
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Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd Newport RI
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Fort Adams State Park and Newport Harbour ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"Hello, we just stayed two nights in the one bedroom condo. The condo is outdated, but clean. The pool was not working and the bedroom windows were on the walkway and everyone can see inside your room. Not much for food in the area and downtown was 15-20 mins away. WiFi was working on and off."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Oceancliff Resort I & II
Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd Newport RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Cliff Walk and Thames Street are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"The property appeared to be new. Our room was BEAUTIFULLY decorated. I would definitely stay there again. Right on the main road, only couple blocks from downtown."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Island House Newport
Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards

Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards

Middletown RI
Stay at this cottage in Middletown. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Newport Mansions and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
"Was very pleasant"

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards
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Popular places to visit

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Newport Mansions

Newport Mansions is a top museum in Newport with a story of its own. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Newport Mansions
The Breakers and Cliff Walk - Newport, Rhode Island

The Breakers

Find out about the history of Newport when you take a trip to The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Breakers
Thames Street

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.

Thames Street
Easton's Beach

Easton's Beach

Spend the day relaxing by the ocean at Newport’s largest surf beach, where you can play in the waves, ride a carousel and stroll along a scenic boardwalk.

Easton's Beach
The Breakers and Cliff Walk aerial view at Newport, Rhode Island RI, USA. The Breakers is a Vanderbilt mansion with Italian Renaissance built in 1895 in Bellevue Avenue Historic District in Newport.

Cliff Walk

Explore the lovely green spaces of Cliff Walk and enjoy the boating in Newport. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Cliff Walk
Fort Adams State Park

Fort Adams State Park

Make your way through eerie tunnels and climb to stunning vantage points at this historic 19th-century fortress overlooking a grassy foreshore and the mouth of Newport Harbor.

Fort Adams State Park

Things to do

The Breakers Newport

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

CA $65
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Newport Rhode Island Mansions Trolley Tour

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

CA $38
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Newport: Day Sailing and Sightseeing Boat Tour on a Schooner

Newport: Day Sailing and Sightseeing Boat Tour on a Schooner

CA $79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport: Day Sailing and Sightseeing Boat Tour on a Schooner
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