Things to Do in Newport
Newport is one of New England's top resort destinations. If you're looking to enjoy some of what Newport has to offer, whether during free time during the conference, for your spouse and family, or if you're planning an extended stay, here are some ideas.
First we recommend visiting Newport's tourism and visitor site, Discover Newport, which can be found HERE.
Restaurants
Newport has a huge number of restaurants, catering to every taste and budget. Here are just a few, many within walking distance of the Marriott, not in any order. Note some are only open for dinner.
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White Horse Tavern
26 Marlborough St, Newport 401.849.3600 https://whitehorsenewport.com M – Th: 5pm-9pm F- Sun: 4pm-9pm Clarke Cooke House 24 Bannister's Wharf, Newport 401 - 849 -2900 https://www.clarkecooke.com Lunch Daily: 11:30 -4 pm Brunch Sunday: 11:00 - 3 pm Dinner Sun-Thur: 5-10:30 pm Dinner Fri/Sat: 5 -11 pm The Mooring 1 Sayers Wharf, Newport 401-846-2260 www.mooringrestaurant.com Sun - Thurs 11:30AM - 9:00PM Fri & Sat 11:30AM - 10:00PM The Black Pearl 30 Bannister’s Wharf, Newport (401) 846-5296 www.blackpearlnewport.com/ Open Daily at 11am for Lunch & Dinner Brick Alley Pub 140 Thames Street, Newport 401-849-6334 https://www.brickalley.com/ Daily 11:30am-Close |
The Red Parrot
348 Thames St., Newport 401-847-3800 https://www.redparrotrestaurant.com/ Mon - Sun 11:30 am - Close The Fastnet Pub 1 Broadway, Newport (401) 845-9311 https://www.thefastnetpub.com/ Open : 11AM–1AM Diego's Newport 11 Bowens Wharf, Newport 401-619-2640, www.diegosnewport.com/ Su -Thu 11:30am-10:00pm Fri - Sat 11:30am-11:00pm Brunch Sat/Sun 9am - 1pm Jo's American Bistro 24 Memorial Blvd. W. 401-847-5506 www.josamericanbistro.com. M - Th 4:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m. F 4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sat Noon - 9:00 p.m. Sun Noon - 8:30 p.m. 22 Bowen's 22 Bowen's Wharf, Newport, 401-841-8884 https://www.22bowens.com/ Lunch: 11:30- 3:30 Dinner: 5 pm - 10 pm |
The Breakers - Cornelius Vanderbilt II
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The Breakers - Interior
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Mansions
Newport is renown internationally for its mansions from America’s Gilded Age. There are various tour options, which can be found on the Discover Newport website above. A good way to enjoy mansions is to use a guided tour from Viking Tours which has been in business since 1962. Here are some options. More can be found at https://vikingtoursnewport.com
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Tour 1 — Scenic Overview Tour
Enjoy the charm of Newport’s historic buildings and restored homes on this narrated tour covering over 150 points of interest. Take in the rugged beauty of Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and the fabulous mansions along tree-lined Bellevue Avenue. (Approximately 90 minutes) Adult $25.00 Senior (62+)$23.00 Youth (Under 17) $15.00 |
Tour 2 — Grand Mansion Tour
All the fun of our SCENIC OVERVIEW TOUR, plus a visit to one mansion of your choice. (Approximately 3 hours) Tour 2A (The Marble House) Adult $43.00 Senior (62+) $41.00 Youth (Under 17) $20.00 |
Tour 3 — Vanderbilts’ Newport Tour
Our Popular Vanderbilts Tour runs on select days between May and October. This tour includes our Famous Scenic Trolley Tour of Newport as well as your admissions into both the Breakers and Marble House (Approximately 4 Hours). Adult $58.00 Senior (62+) $56.00 Youth (Under 17) $23.00 |
Cliff Walk
An alternative to guided tours is Cliff Walk, a public access walking track that runs between the ocean and the rear of mansion properties. Cliff Walk is 3.5 miles long, in 5 segments. The northern half of the Cliff Walk is the easiest portion to navigate. The walkway is paved here, and sturdy fences protect you from taking a tumble as you walk along the oceanside cliffs. The address of this northern start point is 117 Memorial Blvd. with street parking. Easton’s Beach is nearby too. If you intend to go the entire 3.5-mile distance, be prepared with sturdy footwear, as conditions along the final mile or so of the trail are rough and much more challenging. Website here http://cliffwalk.com/
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Shopping
Conde Nast Traveler named Newport the Best Walking City in the US. If we had to guess, we'd say it's because these parts are laden with eclectic shops and boutiques (plus a whole lot of historic charm and architectural treasures). Meander cobblestone streets and bustling wharves for the most unique finds. Discover Newport has a list of some 400 featured shops here https://www.discovernewport.org/things-to-do/shopping/#listings. But your best bet is just to walk through Newport and discover shops on your own!