The mansions of the Vanderbilts, and other elite families that “summered” in Newport in the early 1900s, are a must-see. Our favorites include The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House & Rosecliff. Tickets are available at each.
Long Wharf Mall is located between Thames Street and America’s Cup Avenue. It is home to a great restaurant, Panera Bread, and includes other stores such as Only in Rhode Island, Joseph A. Bank Clothiers, Yankee Candle and Goodies by the Sea. There are many other unique shops here also.
Established in 1760, Bowen’s Wharf is home to over 20 retail shops. Here you’ll find clothing, jewelry, home accessories and unique gifts at locations such as: Michael Hayes, The Schrimshander, Kimberly Pucci, The Sail Loft and Terra Zapato.
Designed to be the most heavily armed fort in America, Fort Adams is a great place to enjoy a concert, pack a picnic, or just walk around. An episode of Hannah B's season of the Bachelorette was also filmed here (remember the infamous rugby match with Luke P?).