Downtown Newport Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Thames Street
During your trip to Newport, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Thames Street. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Bowen's Wharf
During your trip to Newport, you can do some window-shopping at Bowen's Wharf. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Bannister's Wharf
You can enjoy retail therapy at Bannister's Wharf during your stay in Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Touro Synagogue
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at Touro Synagogue. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Trinity Church
Trinity Church is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Newport

Hammetts Hotel
Likes: gym, the parking staff was professional, responsive and friendly, the location is great: near everything. Dislikes: staff was friendly only we arrived, we forgot tooth brushes receptionist didn’t know if they had them and told us to come downs stairs to get it but no one was at the reception, ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
It was a nice stay. Housekeeping was great, most staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
The WiFi was slow especially on Saturday night. Connection was not good.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

The Brenton Hotel
Wonderful location, walkable to most restaurants in the area. Maurice, the bartender was especially friendly and an excellent mixologist!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
The Vanderbilt is fabulous! The building is beautiful- the sleeping rooms and the lobby and dining areas. After a day walking down Bellevue Ave, it was great to go to the indoor pool and relax. The gym was clean and had all the necessary equipment. And the staff was welcoming and helpful. It was ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Americas Cup Inn
Great location. My only concern is that there is no parking on site. Have to do public parking. Breakfast is top notch. Not your average breakfast.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport

Historic Hill
If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Yachting Village
If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.

The Point
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in The Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Newport Ferry Terminal or Newport Harbour.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.
