Portsmouth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Newport Bridge which includes a bridge
Newport Bridge which includes a bridge and skyline
Newport Bridge featuring general coastal views and a bridge
Newport Bridge featuring a bridge, sailing and general coastal views
Portsmouth

Where to stay in Portsmouth

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Melville

While there might not be top attractions in Melville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Prescott Farm and Green Animals Topiary Gardens.

Melville
Founder's Brook Motel and Suites

Founder's Brook Motel and Suites

2 out of 5
314 Boyd Lane, Portsmouth, RI
The price is NZ$260 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$260
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (713 reviews)
"Updated room was spacious and functional. Property was easy to find and get to. Not as rural as online listings indicate; more traffic noise than expected. Overall, everything was as it should be and the price was fair."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Founder's Brook Motel and Suites
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI
The price is NZ$668 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$668
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,207 reviews)
"Very convenient spot!!!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI
The price is NZ$307 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$307
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,682 reviews)
"The front desk lady Jen is amazing. She should get a promotion , what a pleasant woman to represent your company at the front desk. 5 stars !!!! Thanks Jen"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Omni Providence Hotel
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Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Loved having an in unit washer and dryer but dryer wasnt heating so we couldnt use it. Two days no wash clothes were left. Overall though rooms are great and location convenient"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Island House Newport
Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Relaxing weekend away from work. Dated but clean with friendly staff. Good place to decompress and relax"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Oceancliff Resort I & II
The Underwood-Hale House

The Underwood-Hale House

2 out of 5
137 Power St, Providence, RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Amica Mutual Pavilion and Roger Williams Park Zoo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Gorgeous old home in residential Providence
"Loved this property. It was gorgeous and the room very spacious and well-appointed. Set in quiet residential setting. There was however absolutely no management present on the property the entire visit and when I tried to contact them through two different phone numbers about a late checkout there ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

The Underwood-Hale House
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Popular places to visit

Newport Bridge featuring a bridge, sailing and general coastal views

Newport Bridge

Admire a remarkable feat of engineering when you cross the colossal bridge that spans the East Passage of Narragansett Bay to connect Newport and Jamestown.

Newport Bridge
Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Green Animals Topiary Gardens and enjoy the boating in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Newport International Polo

Enjoy a trip to Newport International Polo and popular activities such as boating in Portsmouth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Newport International Polo

Greenvale Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Greenvale Vineyards during your travels to Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Greenvale Vineyards

Escobar's Highland Farm

Enjoy an outing to Escobar's Highland Farm during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Escobar's Highland Farm

Teddy Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Teddy Beach during your trip to Portsmouth? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Teddy Beach

Activities

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

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

NZ$75
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

NZ$77
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
View beautiful sunsets on the water

Sunset Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

NZ$83
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

NZ$13
per adult
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour
Trolley Tour

Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

NZ$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours
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