Jamestown Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Jamestown Shores
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
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 Jamestown Shores Hotel Deals
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
We stayed in a suite in Building 2, and unfortunately the experience was disappointing. The mattress was extremely uncomfortable—hard as a rock—and easily the worst I’ve ever encountered in a hotel. There were also several maintenance issues in the room. Both of the sun-filter roll-down shades in ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
The appearance and cleanliness of this hotel was more than I expected. Everything was fresh and clean and staff was friendly and yes, I would recommend it and yes, I would stay there again.!!!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Wayfinder Newport
Fun, fresh decor, warm & friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hammetts Hotel
Valet parking was convenient. The hotel location was great. The room itself was clean but small; like Manhattan small. Overall underwhelmed with the value based on price.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Our room with a view had a balcony...all you saw from the room was water and sky and the newport bridge...it was really beautiful. Well appointed and updated.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Jamestown Shores
Shoreby Hill
While visiting Shoreby Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum and Dutch Island.
West Ferry
Though West Ferry may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mackerel Cove and Conanicut Island Sanctuary.
The Dumplings
If you're spending some time in The Dumplings, Fort Wetherill State Park and Fort Weatherill are top sights worth seeing.
