There’s no better place for a stroll or run than by the water on the Bristol section of the East Bay Bike Path. Head down to Independence Park on Thames Street to start and follow along the bike path. You’ll see water views, birds, historic architecture, boats and more on the path no matter where you go.
Bring a picnic or just walk around this beautiful waterfront park overlooking Narragansett Bay. It's only a 30 min (1.5 miles) walk from downtown Bristol along the East Bay Bike Path.
Drive 30 minutes onto Aquidneck Island to Newport. Take a walk on the Cliff Walk, tour the famous Gilded Age mansions, or eat and drink at any of the amazing restaurants and bars!
A favorite café serving yummy breakfast and lunch options daily. Eat in or take your food/drink to go and sit on a bench or blanket in Independence Park. Located on Franklin between Hope and Thames Streets.
Waterfront outdoor food truck for lobster rolls and clam chowder in neighboring town Warren (10 min drive). One of Ellen and William's favorites!
Casual spot for wrap sandwiches. One of Ellen's childhood favorites spots after a bike ride from Barrington. Would recommend eating in Independence Park on the water!
A friendly, low key family seafood restaurant open for lunch and dinner. A Bristol institution.
Cozy and charming dinner restaurant focusing on farm and sea to table with raw bar. Open for dinner.
Quaint restaurant on Hope Street serving fine Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Open for dinner.
Take a short walk or drive across town (by historic homes and the town Green) to a renovated industrial complex home to a brewery, coffee shop, restaurants and even a local whisky distally with tasting room.
Neighborhood French bistro open for lunch and dinner right on Hope Street across from Linden Place.
An intimate vegetarian dinner spot on State Street (off Hope Street). Great pasta dishes from attorney turned chef/owner and desserts from a local 16 year old pasty chef.
This internationally renowned museum has a diverse collection of ancient, European and contemporary art mediums. Definitely worth checking out if you are spending time in providence!
This is an independent, member-supported Greek Revival library located on the corner of Benefit and College Streets. The building is open to the public and has a wonderful Harry Potter vibe. Ellen’s sister Robin works here!
A plant-based food hall with multiple eating and drinking options, from breakfast to dinner. Nice location on the Providence river with a pedestrian bridge over to Brown Medical School area.
A classic seafood restaurant with up-scale ambience and wall of windows overlooking the Providence river.
A lively farm-to-table lunch and dinner restaurant known for open flame rotisserie dishes as well as great salads.
A critically acclaimed (James Beard award winning, who is from Portland) creative Italian restaurant for dinner. Known for their grilled pizza and pasta dishes. Reservations are likely needed.
An artsy and chic spot featuring open kitchen serving seasonal small pates like pasta, fish, and vegetables. Another James Beard (Portland native) award winner.
A seafood shack offering favorites to eat on a shell patio street-side in the Innovation district/Brown Med School across the river pedestrian bridge.
Located inside RISD Museum and open for breakfast till 4pm with a small but yummy menu. Great coffee and people watching.
Swedish café at the base of College Hill serving fresh baked pastries, sandwiches and salads with a full coffee menu.
A Rhode Island favorite with nearby location on S Main Street.