Downtown Newport Travel Guide
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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.
Newport Mansions
You can study the exhibits at Newport Mansions, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Newport
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Location and courteous staff. We'll see you again. Thank you.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
Definitely recommend the inside balcony rooms, especially during the colder months. It was so great having a place to chill and drink wine. Unless you valet, there is free parking, just couldn't figure out a good way to get into the hotel without walking around the building. Did not get a chance ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hammetts Hotel
We stay here every time we come to Newport. It’s in a great location and walkable to all the restaurants and shops. Rooms are all a nautical theme, and very clean. The staff is very friendly, Carlos helped us out when we were just there! Thank you Carlos!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Americas Cup Inn
We stayed at here on a Sunday evening in November. The overall property was quaint and cozy and very well kept. The breakfast was excellent and definitely exceeded our expectations. My only complaint is that our room smelled like a very heavy cologne and it was rather unpleasant. We also stayed here ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Brenton Hotel
Every aspect was superior; from hallways to rooms, to linens, to soap and lotion, everything felt well cared for and luxurious.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Mill Street Inn
Staff was great, nice continental breakfast dropped off at room. Great with upstairs bedroom and balcony
Reviewed on 20 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
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- Bowen's Wharf
- International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
- Touro Synagogue
- Newport Ferry Terminal
- St. Mary's Catholic Church
- Newport Visitor Information Center
- White Horse Tavern
- Firehouse Theater
- Newport Art Museum
- Kingscote Newport Mansion
- Ryan Family Amusements
- Old Stone Mill
- Redwood Library and Athenauem
- Newport Bristol Heritage Passage
- Whitehorne House
- Museum of Yachting
- Museum of Newport History
- Old Colony House
- Isaac Bell House
- Newport Harbour
- Ocean Drive Historic District
