Things To Do
welcome to Rhode Island!
We spent a lot of early pandemic dating time in Narragansett, and we're really excited to share it with the people we love. Click the "View" button for a map of wedding weekend spots, plus some more of our favorite places to eat and explore. (Details on those below.)
The Cliff Walk
One of the area's main tourist activities, this is a lovely stroll with views of the ocean on one side and historic mansions on the other. Excellent for fans of nature and/or unfettered capitalism.
The Breakers
Celebrate the Second Gilded Age we're currently living through with a tour of one of the most famous mansions built during the first one. (There are also tours of other Newport mansions.)
Wickford Village
If you look up "Quaint New England town" in the dictionary, you won't find anything, because that's a phrase, and the dictionary is for words. But this is a charming postcard of a town. Explore the shops on Brown Street (Wickford on the Water is a nice place to grab a drink), and make a right on Main to check out some historic homes, a church and a cemetery.
Scarborough State Beach
A wide sandy beach with big surf, where Dan first learned that Brenna wants to be cremated.
Black Point Trailhead
A short walk along a rocky coastline, leading to some old stone ruins at Scarborough Beach.
Beavertail State Park
Scenic ocean views, a lighthouse, and a delightful one-room aquarium.
John H. Chafee Rome Point Preserve
A peaceful walk through the woods to a bayside beach. Dog friendly.
Fort Wetherill State Park
A less-trafficked gem with lots of hidden cove beaches and some elaborately-graffiti'd abandoned structures. Good place to make out.
The Coast Guard House Restaurant
Great seafood with oceanside views, right next to The Towers. Reservations recommended.
Brickley's Homemade Ice Cream
Don't be deterred by the crowd. The line moves fast and the ice cream is worth it.
Hazard Rock
Stand on some rocks. Gaze upon the angry sea. Mourn your ex-husband, a grizzled sea captain who perished in the perfect storm.
Rainy Day Activities
Newport is your best bet in case of rain (or if you just hate nature), with options including Gilded Age mansion tours, the Newport Car Museum, the Newport Art Museum, and the Tennis Hall of Fame.