What to do in Rhode Island

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

The Breakers Newport

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

CA $67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Bar and seating area inside the Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

CA $57
per traveller
72% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods
Newport: Mansions Sightseeing Trolley Tour with The Breakers

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

CA $67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
Newport Rhode Island Mansions Trolley Tour

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

CA $39
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)

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

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 2237 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $70 per adult
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Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 45 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $183 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.2 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $57 per traveller
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Adventure & outdoor

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Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
3.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $11 per adult
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Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Rhode Island

Private Holiday Photoshoot with Photographer in Rhode Island

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $428 per adult*
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What to do in Rhode Island

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Narragansett Beach

9.4/10 (820 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Narragansett Beach, a popular beach in Narragansett. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Where to stay in Rhode Island

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

Travelers to Downtown Providence praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Providence Performing Arts Center and Providence City Hall.
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Fifth Ward

If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Gooseberry Beach and Fort Adams State Park are top sights worth seeing.
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Narragansett Pier

If you're spending some time in Narragansett Pier, Narragansett Beach and The Towers are top sights worth seeing.
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Yachting Village

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

 

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Day trip destinations from Rhode Island

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Block Island

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Fall River

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Somerset

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Warwick

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Cranston

A marina with boats, a waterfront promenade, and residential buildings.

Middletown

A cityscape with a prominent church tower, a river, and autumn-colored trees.

Pawtucket

A serene pond surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, a stone bridge, and a clear sky.

West Greenwich

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