Alex & Dan
Things To Do
East Bay Bike / Walking Path
The East Bay Bike Path is a 14.5-mile paved rail trail in that hugs the coastline and goes all the way to Providence. This trail is great for walking or biking and it's the path starts just a few short steps from the Bristol Harbor Inn.
Colt State Park
Colt State Park is a beautiful park to grab a book, pack a blanket, go for a swim, or relax under a tree in the summer. Its great for exercising your fur baby too!
Linden Place
If you have a free afternoon, Linden Place Museum is a beautiful home. It was built in 1810 by the seafaring slave trader, General George DeWolf and was designed by architect, Russell Warren. The mansion now operates as a historic house museum and has daily tours.
Bristol Bikes
Great spot to rent bikes in town. If you are adventurous enough to bike the roundtrip trek to Providence they have electric bikes for rent!
Groundswell Cafe + Bakery
Fantastic breakfast spot right next to a charming vintage market!
Cliff Walk
Entrance at Memorial & Eustis in Newport. This is not to be missed! Stunning 3.5 mile walk along Newport’s pristine coastline will give you a waterfront tour of the majestic mansions and an awe-inspiring view of the Rhode Island Sound. This activity is walking distance from the Newport Beach Hotel & Suites.
Castle Hill Inn
This is where we got engaged!! Sit on the lawn in their Adirondack chairs with a lovely cocktail and watch the sailboats go by! What a wonderful way to spend a summer afternoon!
Ocean Drive Historic District
This ten mile drive showcases the history of opulent summer homes from the 1800's along with public parks and miles of beautiful shoreline. This is one of the most popular "drives" in the country. Beginning at the Elms, past the Breakers, winding around Ocean Drive to Fort Adams, passing the New York Yacht Club and ending at Kings Park on Newport Harbor. This drive offers some of the best scenery you can imagine and explains why RI is called the "Ocean State".
International Tennis Hall of Fame
The perfect spot for the Tennis enthusiast.
Second Beach
This is Newport "local's" favorite beach on the island. Great spot to pack a lunch, relax and get some sun!
Thames Street
Rich in history, Thames Street this a cobblestone road that has unlimited restaurants, bars over looking the harbor and the iconic Newport Bridge. Plus many shops to peek in and take home some RI gear!
Fort Adams State Park
Fort Adams State Park is a public recreation and historic area preserving Fort Adams, a large coastal fortification located at the harbor mouth in Newport, Rhode Island, that was active from 1841 through the first half of the 20th century.
DeWolf Tavern
Beautiful spot for dinner with great food and steps away from the Bristol Harbor Inn.
Portside Tavern
Excellent lunch spot just steps away from Bristol Harbor Inn.
Bristol Oyster Bar
Great spot for lunch, dinner, or afternoon cocktail with fresh oysters and delicious seafood right in the heart of Bristol.
The Lobster Pot
Waterfront dining in Bristol. This spot is about a mile away from the Bristol Harbor Inn, but a beautiful walk or quick drive away.
The Revival Craft Kitchen and Bar
Great spot for lunch or dinner in nearby Warren. Car required, but the food will be worth the trek.
The Square Peg
Great spot for lunch or dinner in nearby Warren. Car required, but the food will be worth the trek.
Boat House Waterfront Dining
Beautiful spot for sunset dinner or drinks. Car required, but the sunset will make it worth your while.
For the foodies in the group, please see below for the best of Newport's fine dining.
The Inn at Castle Hill, Bouchard Restaurant, Cara Restaurant (at the Chanler)
Clarke Cooke House
The quintessential Newport dining experience. Princess Di used to frequent this spot and you can expect to run into the likes of Barack Obama or John Kerry.
Forty 1° North
Waterfront dining in the heart of downtown Newport.
Midtown Oyster Bar
Seafood and American fare in the heart of downtown Newport.
22 Bowens Wharf
Waterfront dining in the heart of Newport.