Ultimate Guide to Autumn
Crisp, cozy nights and cool amber days filled with festive happenings here on The Classic Coast.
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A visit to The Classic Coast—nine vibrant and historic towns all sharing some seriously prime New England coastline—is both everything you expect and enjoyably unpredictable. This is a place and a people made of surf and soul; raised by the ocean and built by eccentric and outspoken rebels some 300-plus years ago. If you're looking for classic Colonial architecture and breathtaking New England landscapes, we've got 'em. Trust us. But it's a feeling you get here of being switched off yet inspired; engaged yet refreshed. There's no word for it, but it happens everyday on The Classic Coast.
Now who's hungry for some chowder?
Crisp, cozy nights and cool amber days filled with festive happenings here on The Classic Coast.
Park your ride in these lots, streets and somewhat secret spots, get out and enjoy the view.
Two historic cities are now closer than ever with a new non-stop bus service.
10 days of crave worthy prix-fixe menus.
Crisp air and the sense of renewal; the cozy feeling you get as soft light wanes over annual harvest fairs on historic wharves—truthfully, you’ll just have to come see for yourself.
Fall on The Coast is on. Are you in?
The Ocean State’s only comedy festival rolls into it’s tenth year this October 9-14, with fifteen…
Historic Bowen’s Wharf in downtown Newport, RI, will host the 33rd annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood…
Sip, savor and toast to the seasons’ crush at our 7th Annual Harvest Festival! Join us for grape…
The flavors of nine coastal communities, all rolled up into one savory week. Newport Restaurant Week…
Holidays at the Newport Mansions will be more spectacular than ever this year! Come see the festive…
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Newport is sailing into the most wonderful time of the year with the Annual Newport Illuminated Boat…
A month long celebration of the Holiday Season throughout Newport. Enjoy a series of concerts, tree…
Mark your 2025 calendars! We'll see you back at Fort Adams next summer July 25 - July 27, 2025. The…
Mark your 2025 calendars! We'll see you back at Fort Adams next summer August 1 - August 3, 2025…
The Classic Coast is made up of nine connected coastal towns. They all share a rich and well-preserved New England history along with an indelible spirit of artistry, hard work, and ambition that's simply, classic.
Founded in 1639, Newport, Rhode Island is considered to be the shining gem in the coastal crown of New England. A haven for religious dissenters, a critical Colonial Era port city, a thriving artists’ colony, a summer playground for America’s barons of industry during the Gilded Age, home to the U.S. Naval War College and known as America’s First Resort, Newport is a destination like none other.
Discover MoreJamestown was incorporated in 1678 as part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and transferred to Rhode Island in 1746. Today, Jamestown is a peaceful coastal gem with historic farms, stunning parks, award-winning restaurants, and locally owned shops and art galleries offering a serene atmosphere.
Discover MoreCreated in 1685, Bristol embraces its three centuries of rich history which includes being the site of a landmark battle, as a sailing and shipbuilding hub, a critical Colonial Era port and all the while continuing to have the distinction of hosting the oldest, continuous Fourth of July Celebration in America.
Discover MoreBy our destination’s standards, Middletown was a late bloomer, incorporated in 1743. Just as its name suggests, Middletown is in the “middle” of Aquidneck Island in Newport County, bookended by Portsmouth to the north and Newport to the south.
Discover MoreFounded in 1638 by Anne Hutchinson and two other dissenters of the original Boston Colony, Portsmouth is home to many historic sites, public golf courses, marinas, antique shops and more. Portsmouth also encompasses four islands: Prudence Island, Patience Island, Hope Island, and Hog Island.
Discover MoreTiverton was incorporated in 1694 and today, this coastal community seamlessly blends outdoor beauty with cultural pleasures. The town is home to one-of-a-kind quaint locally owned boutiques and eateries, many nestled in historic Tiverton Four Corners, a quaint New England village of 18th century buildings.
Discover MoreIn 1682, the town of Little Compton was incorporated by the Plymouth Colony, which was the first permanent European settlement in New England founded by English Pilgrims. It became part of Rhode Island in 1747 and today is home to the Ocean State’s only official “town common,” listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Discover MoreSettled in 1653 as part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Warren's working waterfront is one of the oldest in New England with more than 16 miles of shoreline, multiple marine-based industries, and a thriving downtown offering a host of local art and antique shops, waterfront restaurants and more.
Discover MoreBarrington boasts a long, rich history as members of the Mayflower party once called the coastal town home. More than half of the town’s square miles is water, so picturesque waterfront vistas are plenty.
Discover MoreThere is nothing like October on The Coast.
Enter if you dare.
Fall months harvest the perfect opportunity for pick-your-own experiences at local farms and orchards.
Think: Apple picking, interactive museums, hayrides and plenty of pumpkin patches to explore.
From fresh pressed apple cider to house made pumpkin spice syrup perfect for your morning brew.
The classics: pumpkin spice, apple, cinnamon, Chai, maple and anything else that is quintessentially…
From al fresco patios to seaside bars and even some sidewalks turned dreamy outdoor sanctuaries…
Overwhelmed by where to go? Don't worry, we boiled it down to our favorite spots.
Plant-based restaurants and cafes have been popping up in large numbers over the last few years with…