Downtown Newport Travel Guide
Newport
Visit Downtown Newport
Popular places to visit
Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.
Bowen's Wharf
During your trip to Newport, you can do some window-shopping at Bowen's Wharf. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.
International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Bannister's Wharf
You can enjoy retail therapy at Bannister's Wharf during your stay in Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Touro Synagogue
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at Touro Synagogue. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Trinity Church
Trinity Church is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Newport
Hammetts Hotel
Staff was great, room and facility were spotless and parking was on site.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
It was a nice stay. Housekeeping was great, most staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Be aware that the restaurant is not open off season!!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Brenton Hotel
Amazing property, amazing rooms, amazing service - major plus that a place of this quality allows dog as well
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection
The Vanderbilt is fabulous! The building is beautiful- the sleeping rooms and the lobby and dining areas. After a day walking down Bellevue Ave, it was great to go to the indoor pool and relax. The gym was clean and had all the necessary equipment. And the staff was welcoming and helpful. It was ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Americas Cup Inn
I scored the property lower mainly because it is not a modern or up-to-date facility does not have an elevator and it was very very a period of the times, however was fairly cleaned and tidied very "inn" style We were there in March. The parking was free. I'm not sure how it works during busy times. ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport
Historic Hill
If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.
Yachting Village
If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.
The Point
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in The Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Newport Ferry Terminal or Newport Harbour.
Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.
