Portsmouth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Newport Bridge which includes a bridge
Newport Bridge which includes a bridge and skyline
Newport Bridge featuring general coastal views and a bridge
Newport Bridge featuring a bridge, sailing and general coastal views
Portsmouth

Where to stay in Portsmouth

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Melville

While there might not be top attractions in Melville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Prescott Farm and Green Animals Topiary Gardens.

Melville
Founder's Brook Motel and Suites

Founder's Brook Motel and Suites

2 out of 5
314 Boyd Lane, Portsmouth, RI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$242 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$242
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (708 reviews)
"The property"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Founder's Brook Motel and Suites
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$611 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$611
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,184 reviews)
"We attended the Newport Folk Festival and found this hotel to be perfect for food options and walking to after shows (if we can get tickets). Parking was a bit iffy since we arrived late but the attendant was very helpful in finding a spot."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

4 out of 5
1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI
The price is AU$281 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$281
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Providence. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,674 reviews)
"Great place to spend few days off."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Omni Providence Hotel
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Island House Newport

Island House Newport

4 out of 5
37 Memorial Blvd, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"The property was very clean, very nice staff, and a good location. Our stay was wonderful !!!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Island House Newport
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
"Relaxing weekend away from work. Dated but clean with friendly staff. Good place to decompress and relax"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Oceancliff Resort I & II
The Underwood-Hale House

The Underwood-Hale House

2 out of 5
137 Power St, Providence, RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Providence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Amica Mutual Pavilion and Roger Williams Park Zoo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Beautifully furnished, elegant large rooms, clean, lovely stay, right in heart of Brown University. Loved it!!!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

The Underwood-Hale House
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Popular places to visit

Newport Bridge featuring a bridge, sailing and general coastal views

Newport Bridge

Admire a remarkable feat of engineering when you cross the colossal bridge that spans the East Passage of Narragansett Bay to connect Newport and Jamestown.

Newport Bridge
Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Green Animals Topiary Gardens and enjoy the boating in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Green Animals Topiary Gardens

Newport International Polo

Enjoy a trip to Newport International Polo and popular activities such as boating in Portsmouth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Newport International Polo

Greenvale Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Greenvale Vineyards during your travels to Portsmouth. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Greenvale Vineyards

Escobar's Highland Farm

Enjoy an outing to Escobar's Highland Farm during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Escobar's Highland Farm

Teddy Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Teddy Beach during your trip to Portsmouth? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Teddy Beach

Activities

The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

AU$70
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
Lobster boat touring Newport Harbor

Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Gansett in the Newport Harbor

Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$64
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
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: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

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

AU$69
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

AU$61
per adult
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay
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