Ultimate Guide to Newport, Rhode IslandSummers in Rhode Island can't be beat. Newport may seem small, but it has so many great places to hit - you're going to want to keep coming back for more!Authorsoliviastone
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best bars

The Landing Restaurant
The Landing has it ALL! Downstairs has 2 bars with live music playing and is pretty much completely outside. Upstairs has another 2 bars - in one area you can look over the bannister and enjoy the live music, while inside there's music blasting and everyone is dancing. The cover to get in can get pretty crazy in the summer so I recommend getting there on the earlier side.
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Newport Blues Café
If you're looking for live music and dancing this is your place. The energy in here is unmatched. Blues has an upstairs and downstairs with bars on both floors - and upstairs you can look down at the dancefloor!
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One Pelham East Bar & Grill
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Smugglers Waterfront Bar
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O'Brien's Pub
Some call it the best Mudslide in Newport... I definitely recommend finding out for yourself! A great stop for after the beach. The vibes are chill where you could make the stop before or after going home to shower!
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The Red Parrot Restaurant
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Pour Judgement
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The Fastnet Pub
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where to eat

Clarke Cooke House
Frequented by both locals and tourists, you can't go wrong with Clarke Cooke House. The atmosphere here is quintessional Newport. They have a wide variety of food options - from sushi and oysters to burgers and lobster rolls - and it's all amazing. It's a smaller space that is always full, so a reservation is definitely needed. There's a second bar upstairs which is a great vibe for pre or post drinks.
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22 Bowen's
Right on the water, 22 Bowen's is an amazing spot for dinner or drinks. While it's a classic steakhouse, anything you order will be delicious. The vibe is definitely on the sophisticated side! It is a bit of a splurge, but it's worth it.
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Midtown Oyster Bar
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Wally's Wieners
Don't let the name fool you - this place has the widest variety of espresso martinis you've ever seen - and they're AMAZING.
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The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar
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The Black Pearl
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Pasta Beach Newport
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Bar 'Cino Newport
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Diego's
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Giusto
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Surf Club
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coffee & breakfast

The Nitro Bar
A locally owned coffee shop known for its Nitrogen infused cold brew coffee. They offer a wide variety of house-made syrups which are to die for! This is the Thames street location, but there's another one close by on Broadway.
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The Nitro Bar
Broadway location
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Drift Cafe
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Picnic Café
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Harvest Market
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Kaffeology
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Root
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Empire Tea & Coffee
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Cru Cafe
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Corner Café
There is almost always a line at this quaint breakfast place - but it's worth the wait!
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The Hungry Monkey
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Brack's
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Marco's Café
Who doesn't love a hole in the wall sandwich shop? Marco's offers breakfast and lunch - the perfect place to hit before spending the day at the beach.
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sweet treats

The Cookie Jar
Who doesn't love a warm cookie? The Cookie Jar is right in Bannister's Wharf. In the summer they're open late night!
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Del’s Lemonade
A Rhode Island staple - this frozen lemonade is so refreshing and is the perfect summer treat. Lemon is the OG, but I think Watermelon is the way to go. If you don't want to look like a tourist DON'T USE A STRAW!
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Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge
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Newport Fudgery
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Newport Sticks & Cones
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Ben & Jerry’s
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things to do

The Breakers
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Newport Scenic Sunset Cruise on Classic Boat Rum Runner II
This hour long boatride is the perfect way to see the sunset - and is great for any size group. You'll pass by Fort Adams State Park and the Castle Hill Lighthouse. Drinks are available to buy on board!
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Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
This trolley tour is the perfect way to see Newport. Over the 3 hours you'll see more than 150 points of interest along Ocean Drive, Bellevue Avenue, Cliff Walk, and more - with commentary from a professional guide. Included is admission to The Breakers, a Vanderbilt mansion and U.S. National Historic Landmark.
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International Tennis Hall of Fame
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Bowen's Wharf
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Cliff Walk
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Newport Polo
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Newport Vineyards & Restaurant
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The Lawn Terrace at Castle Hill Inn
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Private Downtown Newport Walking Tour
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beaches

Second Beach
Second Beach has a good amount of parking, and when their main lots are full there are some locals a quick walk away who offer parking in their yards for a reasonable price!
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First Beach
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Bailey’s Beach
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Gooseberry Beach
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Third Beach
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Beavertail State Park
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where to stay

Castle Hill Inn
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Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk
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Hotel Viking
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The Newport Lofts | Vacation Rentals
A great option for bigger groups - with plenty of locations to choose from in the heart of Newport.
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Newport Harbor Island Resort
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The Newport Lofts - 194 Thames Street
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The Newport Lofts - 364 Thames Street
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The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
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Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
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Wyndham Newport Hotel
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Hammetts Hotel
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