Stroll down Bay street and see the Flying Horse Carousel, the oldest operating suspended- horse carousel in the U.S. Next door, stop by St. Clair’s Annex, home of the best ice cream in town. Fun fact: Taylor Swift’s summer beach house is located in Watch Hill! (The locals know it as the Harkness House) Read about the history here: http://smallstatebighistory.com/rebekah-harkness-the-scorned-socialite-of-watch-hill/
Check out the Watch Hill Lighthouse and Museum for a beautiful view of the Atlantic.
Beach Day at East Beach! Head to the beach right in downtown Watch Hill. There is no parking at East Beach, so you will need to park downtown (bring cash!).
The Ocean House has several restaurant options onsite that can be accessed by non-guests. If the weather is nice, try heading down to the beach for lunch or have a drink on the Verandah overlooking the ocean. Recommended for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks.
The Olympia Tea Room is a restaurant in Watch Hill that serves lunch and dinner. They have a simple bistro-style menu with great cocktails and a large wine list. Perfect for lunch, dinner or drinks!
Delicious sandwiches and flatbreads!
For gourmet coffees, breakfast snacks, and pastries.
Sandy's is located 10 minutes from Watch Hill and is a small gourmet food store. They have a great selection of speciality sandwiches that you can call and pick up, as well as prepared foods! We recommend picking up for lunch.
Brewery with indoor & outdoor seating options, about a 5-10 minute walk from Downtown Westerly. Grey Sail is located along the river & is a great spot to grab a wood fired pizza and try Westerly's local beer.
Our favorite coffee shop in Westerly!
Great spot for lunch or dinner! Takeout is also available.
Nana’s is a great spot to grab a coffee & sourdough baked goods, breakfast, lunch, or a delicious dinner. It is great for takeout, and also has an eat-in option.
A fun restaurant in downtown Westerly with craft cocktails and delicious bites.
For those staying in Misquamicut, enjoy a beach day!
Enjoy dinner at this classic American spot in downtown Westerly (for those from NYC, it is the same owner as Goodnight Sonny and the Wayland). They also have a clam bar right next door.
A new spot located in Downtown Westerly situated right on the Pawcatuck River. Highly recommend for a sit down meal, fun atmosphere, and amazing food.
Located in Charlestown, RI (a town over from Westerly). A favorite stop for Elizabeth & Jason! Recommend ordering online before heading over as lines get long in the summer.
A go-to for the bride and MOH! BarreCoast offers a handful of classes - Barre, yoga, boxing, HIIT.
For those who have more time in the area, explore the town of Mystic, CT (Elizabeth's hometown!), which is is about a 20 min drive from Westerly. Mystic is a charming seaside town with a rich maritime history, offering a blend of historical attractions and delicious restaurants. Check out Oyster Club, Red36, or Bravo Bravo.