Fifth Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Fort Adams State Park which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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Fort Adams State Park

Make your way through eerie tunnels and climb to stunning vantage points at this historic 19th-century fortress overlooking a grassy foreshore and the mouth of Newport Harbor.

Fort Adams State Park
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Castle Hill Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Castle Hill Lighthouse
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Brenton Point State Park

See the sheltered waters of Narragansett Bay meet the surging Atlantic Ocean from this park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island.

Brenton Point State Park
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Gooseberry Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gooseberry Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport.

Gooseberry Beach
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Bailey's Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bailey's Beach during your travels in Newport?

Bailey's Beach
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Newport Country Club

Play a round of golf in Newport at Newport Country Club, and enjoy other activities such as boating. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Newport Country Club

Activities

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Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour

AU$15
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour

AU$14
Per adult
Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

AU$70
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
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Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

AU$68
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours
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Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$57
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
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Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview

AU$38
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview
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Our pick of the best Fifth Ward Hotel Deals

OceanCliff Hotel
OceanCliff Hotel
3.5 out of 5
65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI
The price is AU$391 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$391
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (680 reviews)
"What a view!!!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

OceanCliff Hotel
Castle Hill Inn
Castle Hill Inn
4.5 out of 5
590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI
The price is AU$1,186 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$1,186
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Fort Adams State Park and Thames Street ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"The Castle Hill Inn is an excellent place to stay in Newport, RI. It is first class, wonderful views, great staff, and excellent rooms and service. I would go back year after year if I could."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Castle Hill Inn
Bouchard Inn & Restaurant
Bouchard Inn & Restaurant
3 out of 5
505 Thames Street, Newport, RI
The price is AU$442 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$442
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 3-star inn in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (357 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Bouchard Inn & Restaurant
Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor
Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor
Newport
The price is AU$1,075 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$1,075
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this houseboat in Newport. Popular attractions Fort Adams State Park and Thames Street are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Amazing stay with amazing views
"My husband and I went for a weekend and could not have enjoyed our stay more. Getting to and from the boat by the water taxi was super easy and a nice way to get around. Danielle met us on the boat to show us the ropes. Took about 10 min to get downtown by the water taxi- was nice not to worry about ..."

Reviewed on 26 Aug. 2023

Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor
Wellington Resort
Wellington Resort
2.5 out of 5
551 Thames St, Newport, RI
Stay at this hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
"Suites are incredibly large and comfortable. Staff is very accommodating. Large pools and plenty of places to lounge. Walking distance to everywhere!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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Wellington Resort
Downtown Newport Luxury on Thames, 2BR, Sleeps 6 - Walk to Everything
Downtown Newport Luxury on Thames, 2BR, Sleeps 6 - Walk to Everything
Newport
The price is AU$753 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$753
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this condo in Newport. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Newport ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
Wedding weekend
"We were at a family wedding. I wished we had a 2nd bathroom; however, I knew it only had one, but it was very tight. No washer dryer. The noise level was high, we could hear guests upstairs, not very soundproof. The location was great, we walked everywhere. Place was very clean"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Downtown Newport Luxury on Thames, 2BR, Sleeps 6 - Walk to Everything
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Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward

Fort Adams State Park which includes heritage architecture

Ocean Drive

You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse or Fort Adams State Park.

Ocean Drive
Thames Street showing a house

Yachting Village

If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Yachting Village
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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.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
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Cliff Walk

Unique features of Cliff Walk include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Rosecliff or The Breakers while you're exploring the area.

Cliff Walk
Bristol showing animals

Downtown Newport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Newport
Touro Park featuring a park

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.

Historic Hill

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