Historic Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Breakers
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Cliff Walk
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cliff Walk and enjoy the boating in Newport. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
90 Minute Scenic Newport Narrated Trolley Tour (Ages 8+)
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
Our pick of the best Historic Hill Hotel Deals
Hotel Viking
The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was warm and inviting yet elegant. It was walking distance to all of the downtown activities that we enjoy and also to the Cliffwalk. We enjoyed everything about our stay! We will definitely visit again!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Mill Street Inn
Everything we as excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Serenity Inn Newport
Breakfast was good. Proximity to Downtown Newport was great. Able to walk for meals so we didn’t have to fight traffic and find parking.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Paws on Pelham
Excellent place to stay! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Clean, Spacious room, excellent customer service, will return if I am in the area.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hammetts Hotel
Fantastic
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Hill
Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf 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.
