Things to do
Map
We've linked a Google List for quick and easy reference on the go
Activities
-Beaches: Sachuest Beach / Second Beach (our favorite), Gooseberry Beach, Third Beach (good for kids) -Castle Hill Inn: Grab a drink on the lawn and enjoy the view -The Cliff Walk: Scenic walk along the water / mansions -Sachuest Point: Beautiful walking / running trails -Newport Mansions: Tour a mansion from the Gilded Age (The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House) -Ocean Drive: Drive along the water, enjoy the views from Brenton Point State Park -International Tennis Hall of Fame: Check out the museum or book a court. Pop Flack Courts + Murphy Field are also great public options -Golf: Newport National Golf Club -Newport Classic Cruises: Daytime + sunset sails. Tickets starting at ~$60, drinks available onboard -Mend Yoga: Great yoga + HIIT classes -Bowen's Wharf: Shops + restaurants downtown -Fort Adams State Park -Commonwealth Books of Newport: Gem with old books, art, and maps -Sweet Berry Farm: Berry + flower picking, great for kids -Catch a Newport Gulls baseball game
Breakfast
-Cru: Our go to! Also good for lunch -Custom House Coffee / Bagel Boys: Great combo for coffee and bagels in Middletown -The Nitro Bar: Great spot for coffee and breakfast, 2 locations -Franklin Spa: Mom and pop diner -Harvest Market: Good bagel sandwiches and vibes at the end of Thames
Lunch + dinner
-The Clarke Cooke House: Fave spot where Kirsten used to work! Recommend making a reservation early. Collared shirts are required for dinner, jackets are required for fine dining on the porch level -The Black Pearl: Great for lunch or dinner, love the outside dining -Thames Street Kitchen: Amazing menu, dinner only -The Lobster Bar: Casual spot for great seafood and views -Midtown Oyster: Good for lunch or dinner, also has a good bar scene -Flora at Gardiner House: Gorgeous interiors, Mediterranean inspired menu -Scales and Shells: Recommend the fra diavolo -Pasta Beach: Great for pasta / pizza. Can order takeout and eat dinner on the beach -Bar 'Cino: Good Italian -Giusto: Good seasonal menu right in downtown -Diego's: Mexican spot with Newport and Middletown locations -Atlantic Grille: Casual diner vibe, good for lunch or breakfast -The Roasted Clove: Great sandwiches to go in Middletown -Ash Mart Deli: Grab and go sandwiches in downtown Newport
Bars
-O'Briens: #1 spot to watch the Irish win! Sports bar with outdoor patio and food -The Black Pearl: Great outdoor area on the wharf -The Cooke House: A few different bars with fun, coastal aesthetics and great espresso martinis -Studio Bar at Gardiner House: Gorgeous cocktail bar -The Landing: Fun spot on the water, usually has live music. Lively nighttime scene -Newport Protective Club: Great sandwiches
Ice cream
-Frosty Freez -Clementine's Homemade Ice Cream Middletown