What to do in Newport, RI

Activities, attractions and tours
Newport which includes a house

Newport Attractions

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  • Book your favourite tour on Expedia Canada for a great price, and you'll still have enough cash for a top hotel or decadent meal while you're travelling. The things to do in Newport are not only among the best, but they won't break the bank. We have 24 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $10 .
  • Newport is popular among travellers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next trip to Newport to learn about local history and culture and explore the best things to do. The top activities can get the interest of even well-versed globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our activities includes an impressive range of historically themed tours and excitement. With unique ways to explore the best this area has to give like a 10-Mile Ocean Drive Tour, there is a huge selection of active options to choose from when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Canada.

Our activities are the ideal way to organize your holiday. It takes an expert itinerary to make the most of a trip to Newport, especially when you wish to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's evident that you're someone who likes to get out and about—you're excited to get out and play. You look forward to covering the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is what you love best. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Canada, and there will be no need to worry about looking at a map.


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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.

Downtown Newport
Fort Adams State Park featuring a coastal town and heritage architecture

Fifth Ward

If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Ocean Drive Historic District and Gooseberry Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Fifth Ward
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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 The Breakers Stable & Carriage House and The Breakers while you're in town.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Thames Street showing a house

Yachting Village

While visiting Yachting Village, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Street and Newport Harbour.

Yachting Village
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Top of the Hill

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If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Ocean Drive Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

Top of the Hill
Fort Adams State Park featuring heritage architecture

Ocean Drive

You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Drive Historic District or Castle Hill Lighthouse.

Ocean Drive

Day trip destinations from Newport