Ocean Drive Travel Guide
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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.
Castle Hill Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
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.
Newport Mansions
You can study the exhibits at Newport Mansions, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
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.
The Breakers
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport: Colonial History Walking Tour with Museum Entry
Our pick of the best Ocean Drive Hotel Deals
Castle Hill Inn
It’s great to spend time in the beach house and beach cottage. Getting to fall asleep to waves crashing and wake to the sun rising over the ocean is a special experience. And the service by staff is just exceptional. The food is wonderful as well. We love coming here and coming back.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
OceanCliff Hotel
Great location. And beautiful hotel!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Oceancliff Resort I & II
Everything was on incredible!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Beautiful lobby/ room & bar. Freshly renovated. Great Stay
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Good
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Amenities and helpful staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ocean Drive
Fifth Ward
If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Gooseberry Beach and Fort Adams State Park 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.
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.
Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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