West Ferry Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Ferry
Popular places to visit
Beavertail State Park
Enjoy a trip to Beavertail State Park and popular activities such as boating in Jamestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Mackerel Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mackerel Cove during your travels in Jamestown. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Fort Wetherill State Park
Stand on the high granite bluffs of this scenic state park and former defense battery to check out stunning coastal views and spot yachts and ships sailing by.
Head's Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Head's Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jamestown. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Beavertail Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Jamestown when you take a trip to Beavertail Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Jamestown Windmill
Appreciate the steadfast architecture of this 18th-century structure standing high on a hilltop in the heart of Conanicut Island and learn about its antique technology.
Activities
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
Newport: Golden to Gilded Age Guided Walking Tour
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Our pick of the best West Ferry Hotel Deals
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
This hotel is so run down, it’s dirty and old looking In every corner. Staff is not friendly at all. Needs a major overhaul
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Everyone was very nice and accommodating. The food was great as well! I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
Beach view great and mostly unobstructed Some traffic on view but not noisy or heavy
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Wayfinder Newport
Generally, quite good. I had a problem and First Responders had to be called. Staff was excellent and my problem was quickly and professionally solved. As my coffeemaker worked to produce tea the first time, but not afterwards, I was able to get hot water for tea from the restaurant. I was able to ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Great resort , highly recommend
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
Every employee was helpful and friendly. We enjoyed it.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Ferry
Shoreby Hill
While visiting Shoreby Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum and Dutch Island.
The Dumplings
If you're spending some time in The Dumplings, Fort Wetherill State Park and Fort Weatherill are top sights worth seeing.
Jamestown Shores
When in Jamestown Shores, you can plan a visit to Head's Beach and Mackerel Cove, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
