Jamestown Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide



Visit Jamestown Shores
Popular places to visit

Head's Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Head's Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jamestown. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Beavertail State Park
Enjoy a trip to Beavertail State Park and popular activities such as boating in Jamestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Mackerel Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mackerel Cove during your travels in Jamestown. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Fort Wetherill State Park
Stand on the high granite bluffs of this scenic state park and former defense battery to check out stunning coastal views and spot yachts and ships sailing by.

Beavertail Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Jamestown when you take a trip to Beavertail Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Jamestown Windmill
Appreciate the steadfast architecture of this 18th-century structure standing high on a hilltop in the heart of Conanicut Island and learn about its antique technology.
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Our pick of the best Jamestown Shores Hotel Deals

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
This was our first stay at the Pell and we loved it! The sitting areas are lovely, staff was very nice and accommodating, rooms were clean and spacious. The beds and pillows were comfortable. We were there during a very cold spell, and while our room was quite warm and cozy, the bathroom was very ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Newport Harbor Island Resort
Beautiful room with great view!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick Airport by IHG
Great hotel, wish the pool was bigger but the restaurant is great!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Great location, free parking, comfortable beds
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
Very nice staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
Everything was amazing. That’s why I rebooked to stay here
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jamestown Shores

Shoreby Hill
While visiting Shoreby Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum and Dutch Island.

West Ferry
Though West Ferry may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mackerel Cove and Fort Wetherill State Park.

The Dumplings
If you're spending some time in The Dumplings, Fort Wetherill State Park and Fort Weatherill are top sights worth seeing.

