Fifth Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Adams State Park which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture
Fort Adams State Park which includes heritage architecture
Brenton Point State Park featuring heritage elements
Brenton Point State Park showing a park
Brenton Point State Park showing a garden and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Newport Harbour

Newport Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Fifth Ward with a trip to Newport Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Newport Harbour
Fort Adams State Park which includes signage

Fort Adams State Park

Make your way through eerie tunnels and climb to stunning vantage points at this historic 19th-century fortress overlooking a grassy foreshore and the mouth of Newport Harbor.

Fort Adams State Park
Castle Hill Lighthouse

Castle Hill Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Castle Hill Lighthouse
Brenton Point State Park showing a park

Brenton Point State Park

See the sheltered waters of Narragansett Bay meet the surging Atlantic Ocean from this park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island.

Brenton Point State Park

Gooseberry Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gooseberry Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport.

Gooseberry Beach

Castle Hill Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Hill Beach during your trip to Newport?

Castle Hill Beach

Activities

Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

NZ$214
per adult
Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV
Colonial Hippies Tour

Colonial Hippies Tour

NZ$166
per adult
Colonial Hippies Tour
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!

Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!

NZ$61
per adult
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!
Historic Downtown Newport,RI

Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour

NZ$166
per adult
Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour
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Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour

NZ$20
per adult
Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

NZ$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
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Our pick of the best Fifth Ward Hotel Deals

Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$762 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$762
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Bowen's Wharf are ...
8/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
"It is was a great place to stay for memorial weekend. Enjoyed it very much. However, there was someone trying to break into the front door late at night."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Oceancliff Resort I & II
OceanCliff Hotel

OceanCliff Hotel

3.5 out of 5
65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (773 reviews)
"Beautiful Scenery!! Wonderful Staff! We Will Be Back!!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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OceanCliff Hotel
Castle Hill Inn

Castle Hill Inn

4.5 out of 5
590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI
The price is NZ$2,312 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$2,312
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
"Over the years we have stayed in almost every fine hotel in Newport. We have made the Castle Hill Inn our regular habit. This hotel is in a beautiful historic mansion on the ocean inlet and a is short walk to the oceanfront state park. The staff is helpful and eager to please, reminiscent of other ..."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Castle Hill Inn
Wayfinder Newport

Wayfinder Newport

4 out of 5
151 Admiral Kalbfus Road, Newport, RI
The price is NZ$555 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$555
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (866 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Beautiful property"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Wayfinder Newport
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"An oasis among the city. Easily walkable but apart from the chaos of downtown. The free shuttle from the hotel was also a great perk. The pool and pool bar were fantastic. We leave relaxed, rejuvenated, and happy!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

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Newport Harbor Island Resort
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,137 reviews)
"Parking was a challenge when we arrived. Lot full. Perfect location to restaurants/shops and shuttles to mansions and cliff walk. Bathroom - air vent did not work, bath drain slow, towels felt damp due to humidity in room and lace of shelving for wife's stuff."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward

Fort Adams State Park showing heritage architecture

Ocean Drive

You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Castle Hill Beach or Castle Hill Lighthouse.

Ocean Drive
Thames Street which includes a house

Yachting Village

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

Yachting Village
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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.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
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Cliff Walk

Unique features of Cliff Walk include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Rosecliff or The Breakers while you're exploring the area.

Cliff Walk
Bristol featuring animals

Downtown Newport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Newport
Touro Park showing a park

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.

Historic Hill

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