Fifth Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort Adams State Park which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture
Fort Adams State Park which includes heritage architecture
Brenton Point State Park featuring heritage elements
Brenton Point State Park showing a park
Brenton Point State Park showing a garden and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Newport Harbour

Newport Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Fifth Ward with a trip to Newport Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Newport Harbour
Fort Adams State Park which includes signage

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
Castle Hill Lighthouse

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
Brenton Point State Park showing a park

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

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

Castle Hill Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Hill Beach during your trip to Newport?

Castle Hill Beach

Activities

Gansett in the Newport Harbor

Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$61
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

AU$48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay
Lobster boat touring Newport Harbor

Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Enjoy a complimentary mimosa while on Coastal Queen's Lighthouse and Mimosa Tour.

Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport
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Our pick of the best Fifth Ward Hotel Deals

Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
"We had a patio with a view of the ocean. We had a kitchen but did not cook. We were there for a wedding and had a wonderful time."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Oceancliff Resort I & II
Castle Hill Inn

Castle Hill Inn

4.5 out of 5
590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI
The price is AU$1,024 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$1,024
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"Fabulous visit to Newport with a stay at an “1000 Places…Before You Die” landmark. Food was delicious!"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Castle Hill Inn
OceanCliff Hotel

OceanCliff Hotel

3.5 out of 5
65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI
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 property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (800 reviews)
Great getaway.
"The parking is plentiful and close."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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OceanCliff Hotel
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI
The price is AU$310 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$310
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,282 reviews)
"Overall very good experience. Most stafff very pleasant. Room very clean but heat ac not working properly. However tech showed us how to temporarily use it. Person who greeted us in arrival not very personable or helpful. All others at reception, restaurant, tech and housekeeping very pleasant and ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI
The price is AU$210 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$210
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (857 reviews)
"Ultra clean relaxing room with high quality bed and bedding. Helpful and accommodating staff at check in and out. Scallop dish was one of the best I’ve ever had. Bread pudding dessert was hard and burned in places. I’d return."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

3.5 out of 5
28 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown, RI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,322 reviews)
"Overall, very good Just a little tired in some places. Some carpeting would give it a warmer feeling. The 2 bedroom suite was very spacious. Location is great. Housekeeping staff is top notch. I’d return again."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
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Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward

Fort Adams State Park showing 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 Beach or Fort Adams State Park.

Ocean Drive
Thames Street which includes 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 featuring 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 showing 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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