Newport

Without exaggeration, one of the BEST burgers you will ever have. Brought to you by the folks from Thames Street Kitchen, these are burgers elevated to a whole new level. Fun fact: our Chief Marketing Officer swears the Mickey D burger changed her life.

The restaurant's name Perro Salado – the “Salty Dog” – speaks to the sailing spirit of Newport as well as this vibrant seaside restaurant. Serving unique and modern interpretations of authentic Mexican cuisine.

We love the burger and beer deal at PJ's ($9.50 for the combo) and recommend a side of Gouda cheese sauce with your fries for dipping. Bonus: the bar is within easy walking distance of boutique Newport hotels.

The menu features Rhode Island produce, meats, and seafood with an extensive raw bar selection, including Narragansett Bay littleneck clams served on the half shell. Hearty entrees like lobster mac and cheese and braised short ribs will warm you should you encounter any fickle New England spring weather. Did we mention the tavern opened in 1673?

22 Bowen's is reminiscent of a classic steakhouse with its menu that includes French onion soup, a wedge salad, and many thick cuts of beef. Dig into the extensive wine list (with 650 bottles!) or sip a cold martini while you watch the harbor traffic cruise by.

Stop here and enjoy world-class dining experience featuring local foods right on the waterfront. Have dinner on "The Lawn" or in the dining room or, attend one of the fabulous events hosted throughout the summer.

It's not often you can find comfort food, a raw bar, and live music all in one spot. Even rarer to find it all with a view of the water. But that's exactly what you'll encounter at The Wharf, located in the hub of Newport's waterfront on Bowen's Wharf. 

Stop by this distillery for a tour and tasting every day of the week except Tuesday. You can drop into the tasting room for a flight of rum and a self-guided tour (the distillery equipment is visible from the tasting room) or you can have a guided tour, offered 3pm daily.

The candle bar offers a clean, simple, and inspiring space for creativity and scent blending, perfect for group outings, date nights, or relaxing solo experiences. Certified scent stylists guide guests through a 45-minute process to create custom-scented candles or diffusers using premium, eco-friendly soy wax and a wide selection of fragrance oils. Walk-ins are welcome, or reservations can be made to enjoy a unique, hands-on experience and take home a beautifully crafted, sustainable product.

Sailors interested in the history of the America's Cup should spend an afternoon on one of 12 Meter Charter's two racing yachts. Guests can help set sail, steer, or simply come along for the ride while learning the history of these beautiful race boats and the world's most prestigious sailing race.

Newport's most popular beach.

Only a couple of miles from 1st Beach, this beach is next to the 300 acre Norman Bird Sanctuary.

Small but extremely peaceful. A great spot to come for some quiet relaxation. Due to its location back in a cove, you won't find many waves here.

The Cliff Walk along the eastern shore of Newport, RI is world famous as a public access walk that combines the natural beauty of the Newport shoreline with the architectural history of Newport's gilded age.

Not only are there are variety of events held here throughout the year, but the Tennis Hall of Fame offers guided tours (or you can explore it on your own), and you can even rent it out for a wedding.

Whether you're looking to explore the mansions and take a guided tour, or do a little shopping the mansion stores, the Newport Mansions are a historical "must see" in Newport. 

A summer retreat for the Vanderbilt family, the oceanfront mansion is named for the breaking waves on the cliffs below. The 70-room mansion boasts a Great Hall with 45-foot high ceilings; a gold room which was built in Europe, shipped, and reassembled in Newport and a carriage room with period equine equipment.

Chomp Kitchen & Drinks brings a lively, modern take on the classic American burger-and-beer spot. Set along one of Newport’s most active corridors, this location features a spacious dining room and a large bar, making it equally suited for casual lunches, group dinners, or late-night drinks.

A Market is a locally loved natural foods grocery and wellness-focused market with an in-store café known as Keenwah. Set just a short drive from downtown Newport and the waterfront, it blends the feel of a neighborhood grocer with a casual café and grab-and-go eatery.

America’s Cup Charters offers one of the city’s most iconic sailing experiences aboard authentic 12-Meter America’s Cup racing yachts. Departing from the Newport waterfront, guests step aboard restored classic vessels once built for international racing history, now used for hands-on sailing and private charter experiences.

Mother Pizzeria is a lively waterfront restaurant known for its sourdough-based pizzas, modern Italian-inspired menu, and energetic harbor-side setting. Positioned directly along the city’s central marina district, it offers an easy walk from hotels, shops, and Newport’s historic wharves.

Bar ‘Cino is a lively, modern Italian restaurant known for its relaxed neighborhood feel and elevated casual dining experience. Set in one of Newport’s most historic and walkable districts, it sits just minutes from the waterfront, Thames Street, and the city’s main shopping and dining corridors.

The Bodhi Spa is a premier hydrotherapy and wellness destination centered around the restorative practice of water therapy. Designed as a modern interpretation of a European-style bathhouse, it offers a structured “water journey” experience combining heat, cold, steam, and relaxation circuits.

A specialty coffee shop best known for its signature nitro cold brew and creative espresso-based drinks. What began as a mobile coffee concept has grown into a Rhode Island staple with a dedicated café space in Newport.

The Pelham is one of the city’s most established nightlife and live entertainment venues, operating for over 45 years. Set in a multi-level historic building, it combines bar, live music venue, and event space under one roof, making it a central hub for Newport’s late-night scene.