Summer in Newport
Food scene
The spot for Summer sushi, Espresso Martinis and Snowballs!
You'll need advance reservations but perfect for sunset
123 locals recommend
Clarke Cooke House
24 Bannister's WharfThe spot for Summer sushi, Espresso Martinis and Snowballs!
You'll need advance reservations but perfect for sunset
Best margaritas and sashimi tuna nachos- they aren't on the menu but will make them if you ask
63 locals recommend
Diego's
11 Bowens WharfBest margaritas and sashimi tuna nachos- they aren't on the menu but will make them if you ask
Casual dining on the water with live music. Great for a younger crowd
30 locals recommend
The Landing Restaurant
30 Bowens WharfCasual dining on the water with live music. Great for a younger crowd
Newport's best clam chowder and people watching.
Outdoor dining adjacent to the Cooke House
57 locals recommend
The Black Pearl
30 Bannister's WharfNewport's best clam chowder and people watching.
Outdoor dining adjacent to the Cooke House
Afternoons on the lawn with service - great view and cocktails for an afternoon date or gathering with friends.
The restaurant is perfect for special occasions
23 locals recommend
The Lawn at Castle Hill Inn
590 Ocean DriveAfternoons on the lawn with service - great view and cocktails for an afternoon date or gathering with friends.
The restaurant is perfect for special occasions
Surf club has casual dining and can accommodate larger groups with a reservation. Their breakfast pizza is fantastic for brunch!
15 locals recommend
Surf Club
337 Thames StSurf club has casual dining and can accommodate larger groups with a reservation. Their breakfast pizza is fantastic for brunch!
Iconic Newport restaurant with excellent food across from Brick Alley. You'll want to make a reservation!
83 locals recommend
Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant
140 Thames StIconic Newport restaurant with excellent food across from Brick Alley. You'll want to make a reservation!
Kids
Looking for something for the kids? The arcade is located next to an ice cream/candy shop
25 locals recommend
Ryan Family Amusements
268 Thames StLooking for something for the kids? The arcade is located next to an ice cream/candy shop
Ben & Jerry’s
359 Thames StWhat's there to say? ice cream! owned by the youngest franchise owner in the country!
Knows as First Beach, parking both in the lot and metered, amenities include showers, snack bar with lobster rolls, and a carousel
163 locals recommend
Easton's Beach
175 Memorial BlvdKnows as First Beach, parking both in the lot and metered, amenities include showers, snack bar with lobster rolls, and a carousel
Third Beach rents kayaks and paddleboards.
No amenities here but great for small children to play safely without fear of riptide or waves. Bring a picnic and take your trash when you go
Peabody's Beach
818 3rd Beach RoadThird Beach rents kayaks and paddleboards.
No amenities here but great for small children to play safely without fear of riptide or waves. Bring a picnic and take your trash when you go
Sightseeing
Sachuest, know locally as Second Beach, is our best beach for surfing, boogie boarding and has all the amenities. You'll want to get there early to get a parking spot.
174 locals recommend
Second Beach
315 Sachuest Point RdSachuest, know locally as Second Beach, is our best beach for surfing, boogie boarding and has all the amenities. You'll want to get there early to get a parking spot.
Trails, hiking, bird watching just past Third Beach. You can hike to Hanging Rock for a view of First Beach. Bring your sneakers and a camera!
94 locals recommend
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach RdTrails, hiking, bird watching just past Third Beach. You can hike to Hanging Rock for a view of First Beach. Bring your sneakers and a camera!
Tennis hall of fame and museum. Connected to La Forge restaurant- one of our favorite lunch spots to sit outdoors inside of the Hall of Fame
32 locals recommend
Tennis Hall of Fame Tennis Center
19 Memorial BlvdTennis hall of fame and museum. Connected to La Forge restaurant- one of our favorite lunch spots to sit outdoors inside of the Hall of Fame
Grab your sunscreen and your camera. 4 miles of cliff walk along the ocean. Breathtaking views. Easy for all fitness levels
301 locals recommend
Cliff Walk
117 Memorial BlvdGrab your sunscreen and your camera. 4 miles of cliff walk along the ocean. Breathtaking views. Easy for all fitness levels
Sightseeing
Mansion tours are a great way to learn Newport's history and spend a hot summer day out of the sun
112 locals recommend
Newport Mansions Preservation Society
424 Bellevue AveMansion tours are a great way to learn Newport's history and spend a hot summer day out of the sun
Neighborhoods
Our 8 mile ocean drive loop- Drive out to Brenton Point to fly kites (you can buy one to try or watch the pros)
Try the raw bar, food truck or for some exercise, rent a bike on Thames St. and ride along the water.
Easily accessible from town
11 locals recommend
Ocean Avenue
Ocean AvenueOur 8 mile ocean drive loop- Drive out to Brenton Point to fly kites (you can buy one to try or watch the pros)
Try the raw bar, food truck or for some exercise, rent a bike on Thames St. and ride along the water.
Easily accessible from town