Downtown Newport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Newport
Popular places to visit

Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.

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.
Activities

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Our pick of the best Downtown Newport Hotel Deals

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Room is a little dated. We’ve been coming here for 5+ years. Nothing has changed. The location is the main reason we keep coming back. The walls are paper thin. We could hear people partying next door until 1 am. We called security and it stopped. Also, my clothes smelt ’’hotel musty" when I got ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
The room was really nice, Loved the shower and also the little area in the lobby too relax and listen to the water
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hammetts Hotel
Great place to stay and close to everything. Quiet, comfortable. Would recommend
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
The staff and service were exemplary in making a birthday getaway so special. They went above and beyond with all of the little touches that made the stay memorable. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

The Brenton Hotel
Staff was very helpful, the room is spacious and clean we chose one with marina view, great location and food options were very nice when not dining out. Have stayed here a couple of times and will continue when in Newport.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Wellington Resort
Room was very clean and view was great
Reviewed on 16 Feb 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 Kingscote Newport Mansion 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.

