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.
White Horse Tavern
Learn about the local history of Newport when you take a trip to White Horse Tavern. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Touro Park
After visiting Touro Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Newport
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
the staff was excellent
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Kim at front desk was very welcoming and our early arrival was not a problem.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hammetts Hotel
The hotel was very nice, but the rooms are quite small. It’s fine for a night or two, but if we were staying in Newport longer I would have preferred a larger room. It is definitely convenient to the center of town and everything is in walking distance.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Americas Cup Inn
Charming historic inn right in the middle of the downtown shopping/restaurant district. Very clean rooms, exceptionally quiet. Beds were very comfortable. Not as quirky as a BnB yet much more charming than a traditional boutique hotel. It was decorated nicely for Christmas. Some rooms appear small, ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Brenton Hotel
Great Hotel!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
The Vanderbilt is truly the most magical and romantic place we have ever been. My husband and I went for a few days after our wedding to enjoy some relaxation. The service we received from the front desk was incredible. We wanted to change our rooms, and the team was extremely accommodating. Melissa ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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 Stable & Carriage House and The Breakers while in the area.
Downtown Newport Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Downtown Newport by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Newport neighborhoods
- Search Downtown Newport Hotel Brands
- Bowen's Wharf
- International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
- Newport Ferry Terminal
- Touro Synagogue
- Newport Visitor Information Center
- Kingscote Newport Mansion
- White Horse Tavern
- Firehouse Theater
- St. Mary's Catholic Church
- Newport Art Museum
- Old Stone Mill
- Newport Bristol Heritage Passage
- Museum of Newport History
- Museum of Yachting
- Redwood Library and Athenauem
- Ryan Family Amusements
- Whitehorne House
- Old Colony House
- Isaac Bell House
- Newport Harbour
- Ocean Drive Historic District
