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Things to see in Newport, Rhode Island (United States): 31 places and when to go
Newport, Rhode Island is a town in United States, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (10), History (9), Nature (8). The best known are Narragansett Bay, Marble House and Rhode Island Sound. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.4904, -71.3134
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (10) · History (9) · Nature (8) · Wildlife (8) · Beaches (4) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 228 km as the crow flies
What to see in Newport, Rhode Island
The places in and around Newport, Rhode Island, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Narragansett BayBay comprising 28 miles of coastline in the state of Rhode Island, USA13 km
- Marble HouseGilded Age mansion in Newport, Rhode Island3.2 km
- Rhode Island SoundStrait of water off the coast of Rhode Island, United States10 km
- Touro SynagogueHistoric site in Rhode Island, United States163 m
- Claiborne Pell Newport BridgeBridge over Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island2.8 km
- Rose Island LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States2.5 km
- RosecliffHistoric house in Rhode Island, United States2.9 km
- Jamestown Verrazzano BridgeBridge in United States of America8.6 km
- Norman Bird SanctuaryNature preserve in Middletown, Rhode Island, US4.9 km
- Point Judith LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States20 km
- Prudence Island LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States13 km
- Dutch IslandIsland in Newport County, Rhode Island, United States7.4 km
- Dutch Island LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States7.6 km
- East Matunuck State BeachState beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States22 km
- Plum Beach LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States8.9 km
- Scarborough BeachState beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States17 km
- Bristol Ferry LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States18 km
- Bullock CoveBay in Newport County, Rhode Island, United States of America10 km
- Buzzards Bay Entrance LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States25 km
- Earlscourt Historic DistrictHistoric district in Rhode Island, United States14 km
- Gooseberry BeachBeach in Newport, Rhode Island3.5 km
- Poplar Point LightLighthouse in Rhode Island, United States14 km
- Sachuest Point National Wildlife RefugeWildlife refuge in Middletown, Rhode Island5.9 km
- Salty Brine State BeachState beach in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States21 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
When to go to Newport, Rhode Island
The best time to visit Newport, Rhode Island is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:19
- FebPossible10:24
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:20
- JunBest time14:59
- JulBest time14:43
- AugBest time13:40
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:37
- DecPossible9:01
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01. In June, 30 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Newport, Rhode Island
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 228 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- New Bedford, Massachusetts31 places36 km
- Providence, Rhode Island38 places38 km
- Glasgo16 places48 km
- Taunton5 places49 km
- Woonsocket6 places60 km
- Carver13 places61 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Newport, Rhode Island?
The best known: Narragansett Bay, Marble House, Rhode Island Sound, Touro Synagogue, Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Newport, Rhode Island?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 01.
How do you get to Newport, Rhode Island?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 228 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Newport, Rhode Island as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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