Beavertail Lighthouse Tours and Activities

View of the Beavertail Light lighthouse near Jamestown on Conanicut Island, Rhode Island, with a bright blue sky and white clouds; Shutterstock ID 111301682

Caught the early morning sun as it rose over the horizon, its rays warming up this lighthouse on a very cold winter's day.

The lighthouse, established in 1749 at Beavertail Point, was the granddaddy of all Rhode Island lighthouses and only the third one—after Boston Harbor and Nantucket’s Brant Point—in the American colonies.
Today is a museum that features a collection of information, artifacts, and conversation about the history and site of the third-oldest lighthouse in North America.
The lighthouse is located in Beavertail State Park at the end of Beavertail Road, at the southern tip of Conanicut Island. There is free parking. The grounds are open to the public.
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The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

CA $862

per person

May 7 - May 12

found 12 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to Providence (PVD)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)

A beautiful love industrial feeling

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The Beatrice

Downtown Providence

CA $1,449

per person

May 7 - May 12

found 12 hours ago

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Toronto (YTO) to Providence (PVD)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (463 reviews)

The room was nice. The toilet was not working (the bidet part) and it was freezing in our room at 1230am, which woke us up. We called and they handed us a space heater...strange for an upscale hotel. No apologies, no how was the rest of your stay...disappointed overall.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Edgewood Manor

Edgewood

CA $1,128

per person

May 7 - May 12

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to Providence (PVD)

7.8/10 Good! (23 reviews)

Was met with a rude, quick phone call from the host when expressing the room accommodations were not as displayed on Expedia. Purchased a "deluxe king room" that had a jacuzzi for our anniversary and was told thats not what we get for the price point even though what we paid was in the range of that said room on their personal website. The shower had mold, bed was creaky and moderately comfortable, and breakfast was limited (2 pieces of bread and half a pear- bacon offered but I dont eat red meat and no alternatives were able to be made). Host was nicer in person but disappointed with the lack of accommodations.

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Popular places to visit

Beavertail State Park

Enjoy a trip to Beavertail State Park and popular activities like boating in Jamestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Castle Hill Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Newport when you take a trip to Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its lively festivals.

Brenton Point State Park

See the sheltered waters of Narragansett Bay meet the surging Atlantic Ocean from this park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island.

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.

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.

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Narragansett Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Narragansett Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Narragansett. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Beavertail Lighthouse Tours and Activities

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Plan a trip to see Beavertail Lighthouse

The Loom Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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Popular places to visit

Beavertail State Park

Castle Hill Lighthouse

Brenton Point State Park

Mackerel Cove

Fort Wetherill State Park

Narragansett Beach

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Castle Hill Inn

OceanCliff Hotel

Oceanfront Estate with grand views of beach/ocean for weekly or seasonal rental

Spectacular Private Beach Home, why walk when you can live right on the beach.

Secluded 7000sq foot home 5 minutes from the beach and 15 minutes from Newport!

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