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Our most recommended Newport, Rhode Island Family-friendly activities

Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Narragansett Bay Cruise

1. Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Narragansett Bay Cruise

Take in the classic New England fall scenery aboard the comfortable Coastal Queen on a city cruise from Newport, Rhode Island. Listen as local guides share their knowledge of the historic sites that surround the Newport Harbor and the Jamestown shoreline. See historic church steeples, Bowen’s and Banisters Wharves, lighthouses, forts, mega yachts, mansions, and more on the tour. You may even spot a seal or two. The Coastal Queen offers maximum comfort and has a weatherproof interior that can be heated on chilly days, a bar, panoramic views, and an open-air top-covered deck where the side curtains can roll up for catching the ocean breezes or rolled down for warmth.

Newport: Motorized Yacht Sightseeing Cruise

2. Newport: Motorized Yacht Sightseeing Cruise

Enjoy a sightseeing cruise of Newport Harbor aboard a classic motor yacht and discover the city's coastline from the water. See waterfront mansions and former speakeasies, and hear interesting stories about the people who occupied these properties back in the day. Head to the meeting point and board the Rum Runner II, a classic yacht built in 1929 during the height of Prohibition. Learn about how the boat was originally built for 2 New Jersey mobsters and how she was used to elude the Coast Guard while smuggling contraband cases of rum and other alcohol. Cruise by Newport mansions and former speakeasies, lighthouses, islands, and many other points of interest along the waterfront, listening to interesting stories about them as you sail. Take advantage of the covered area or soak up the sun on the open section of the deck. Book your sightseeing cruise during a morning departure time to take advantage of the morning mimosa cruise and enjoy a complimentary mimosa to sip on during your boat tour.

Newport, RI: Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise

3. Newport, RI: Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise

Start your day in with style on a 75-minute, narrated lighthouse tour of scenic Newport Harbor. Take in some classic New England scenery aboard the boat, while sipping a morning drink. Listen as local guides share their knowledge of the four lighthouses surrounding Newport Harbor. Along the way, see historic church steeples, the Jamestown shoreline, the Newport Pell Bridge, Clingstone, Hammersmith Farm, the Newport Harbor mansions, mega yachts, offshore lobster and fishing vessels, and so much more. Kick back in the warm, covered, and virtually weatherproof main salon, or hit the open-air upper deck for catching the ocean breeze. Wherever you choose, enjoy sipping your drink while taking in the panoramic views in absolute comfort

Newport: Historic District Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

4. Newport: Historic District Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Expereince the macabre side of the Newport Historic District on this guided walking tour. Listen to ghoulish stories that were complied from over 20 years of research and from first hand accounts. Uncover the city's ominous past as you see haunted locations like the White Horse Tavern. Meet your guide at the Newport Marriott and get in an eerie mood with a costumed guide that is carrying a lantern. Hit the streets in search of things that go bump in the night. Keep your camera at the ready, as past participants have caught pictures of ghostly images. Follow the lantern through shadowy lanes and church burying grounds to discover the local haunted history. Stop outside haunted places along the way like the White Horse Tavern which was originally opened in 1673 and is hiding dark tales behind its colonial charm. Finish your paranormal wanderings outside the historic Trinity Church which is just 3 blocks away from your starting location.

Newport: Harbor Ferry Round-Trip Ticket with 5 Stops

5. Newport: Harbor Ferry Round-Trip Ticket with 5 Stops

Explore Newport and Jamestown aboard the scenic Jamestown Newport Ferry. Whether you’re visiting or commuting, this ferry is a great way to get outdoors and get up close to all the beautiful Jamestown, Newport and Narragansett Bay vistas. The ferry makes 5 hop-on hop-off stops: Jamestown, Rose Island Lighthouse, Fort Adams, Ann Street Pier and Perrotti Park. This ticket is inclusive of a day round trip on the ferry. Ferry tickets are unreserved and therefore the ferry boards on a first come, first serve basis until the vessel is full. The unreserved round-trip ticket allows you to ride the ferry from all of our departure points during a one-day time period. Simply hop on and off at any of our stops during any one-day time period. Note: Round-trip tickets are not available for use during Folk and Jazz Festivals.

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What people are saying about Newport, Rhode Island

We had friends in from Ohio who never been to the ocean. The weather was perfect and our tour guide did an amazing job telling the history of the bay. We look forward to doing it again, this time for the sunset cruise!

It was so fun and informative. We had a beautiful sunny day so it was very enjoyable.

Great way to experience the beauty of the coast line. Relaxing and educational.

Relaxing and informative way to see part of Newport. Great commentary and boat.

We really enjoyed our trip to Newport RI and can’t wait to return.