Guidebook for Block Island
Parks & Nature
This is the best view on the island. And, if you walk around the corner from the first beach at the bottom of the stairs, it can also be one of the most secluded spots for a quick swim.
9 locals recommend
Mohegan Bluffs Trailhead
121 Mohegan TrailThis is the best view on the island. And, if you walk around the corner from the first beach at the bottom of the stairs, it can also be one of the most secluded spots for a quick swim.
Scotch Beach
Great sunsets from the West Side, and an easy walk from our house! Also, look for a small natural spring by the pond immediately before the beach (small path down to the pond on your left off Counymous Rd.) for some fresh, and easily harvestable watercress.
Southwest Point
Great sunsets from the West Side, and an easy walk from our house! Also, look for a small natural spring by the pond immediately before the beach (small path down to the pond on your left off Counymous Rd.) for some fresh, and easily harvestable watercress.
Food Scene
Iconic New England summer food. Now that Finn's has a new owner (and new food), this is our family go-to.
Beachead
598 Corn Neck RdIconic New England summer food. Now that Finn's has a new owner (and new food), this is our family go-to.
Best coffee shop on the Island, unless you want a bagel, then go to the Old Post Office Bagel Shop.
Persephone's Kitchen
235 Dodge StBest coffee shop on the Island, unless you want a bagel, then go to the Old Post Office Bagel Shop.
Atlantic Inn
359 High StProbably the best fancy restaurant on the Island.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is a great spot for a late afternoon cocktail. Grab a chair on the lawn, check out the view, and relax.
Spring House Hotel
51 Spring StThis is a great spot for a late afternoon cocktail. Grab a chair on the lawn, check out the view, and relax.
Essentials
It's overpriced, but it's the only game in town, and they have a solid beer, wine, and liquor selection.
Block Island Blue Pottery
242 Ocean AveIt's overpriced, but it's the only game in town, and they have a solid beer, wine, and liquor selection.