Things To Do
Downtown Bristol
Bristol’s downtown is conveniently located, very walkable, and full of charm! Stroll along Hope Street and neighboring streets to discover boutiques, art galleries, antique stores, and local crafts, with plenty of restaurants and cafes—all just a short walk from the waterfront. You can also follow the iconic Bristol Fourth of July Parade Route, marked year-round with red, white, and blue lines, celebrating the nation’s longest-running Independence Day tradition!
Bristol Bites
● Quitos Restaurant ● Bristol Oyster Bar ● DeWolf Tavern ● Thames Waterside Bar & Grille ● The Beach House ● Brick Pizza Co ● Pomodoro Italian Kitchen ● Beehive Cafe ● Sunset Cafe
Local Breweries & Wineries
● Newport Vineyards (Newport, RI) ● Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co (Newport, RI) ● Pivotal Brewing Company (Bristol, RI) ● Ragged Island Brewing (Portsmouth, RI)
Thames St / Bowen’s Wharf
At the center of Newport’s downtown and waterfront, you’ll find endless restaurants, bars, shops, galleries, and more to explore.
Newport Mansion Tours
Newport is known for its stunning Gilded Age mansions, each with its own history and charm. You can find a full list of these beautiful homes and gardens, along with tour information, at newportmansions.org. For a convenient way to see several in one outing, the Viking Newport Trolley Tours offer a fun and scenic ride past some of the city’s most iconic estates.
Newport Cliff Walk
Stroll along a gorgeous 3.5-mile path that hugs the beautiful coastline, with sweeping ocean views and glimpses of Newport’s iconic seaside mansions. Parking is conveniently available on Memorial Boulevard at Easton’s Beach or at Forty Steps at the end of Narragansett Avenue.
International Tennis Hall of Fame
A downtown Newport gem, perfect for a relaxed walk and exploring the iconic grass courts and interactive exhibits.
Newport Bites
● The Black Pearl ● Clarke Cooke House ● The Mooring ● 22 Bowens ● Bar 'Cino Newport ● Pasta Beach Newport ● Midtown Oyster Bar ● Newport Sandwich Co ● Smoke House ● Diego’s ● Castle Hill Inn ● The Nitro Bar ● Drift Cafe