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Think: 10 miles of commanding coastline meets one winding road. Start your journey down Ocean Drive just off historic Bellevue Avenue and continue along the drive for an undeniably tranquil journey. Warning: May cause severe relaxation.

Experience life of high society in turn-of-the-century America inside the meticulously maintained former summer "cottages" of America’s wealthiest. From a 70-room Italian-renaissance style palazzo to the first home run on electricity without a back-up, the Newport Mansions like nothing you’ve ever seen – we promise.

There's a reason people travel from all over to experience Newport's 3.5-mile Cliff Walk. It's where the serenity of salt air and the familiar sound of crashing waves collides with the awe of Gilded Age architecture. It's also where total invigoration meets utter relief.

*Please note due to structural damage sections of the Cliff Walk are detoured or closed. Detours will be in place between Narragansett Avenue and Webster Street for the foreseeable future. A small portion just south of the Chinese Tea House and Sheep Point is closed – to complete the entire Cliff Walk from this point, return back to Marine Ave exit, detour along Bellevue Ave and enter again through Ledge Road. The remainder of the walk will be open for all those walkers who make use of this iconic coastal trail.

There’s something transcendent about being outdoors on the coast. A pantheon of hiking trails, invigorating harbor cruises, one-of-a-kind immersive experiences (hint: Rail Explorers), a bike path along the bay that’ll leave you feeling brand new—all infused with a side of sea breeze.

Nearly 400 years of history leaves a lot to look at in its wake. From some of the oldest buildings in the country to breathtaking architecture and sweeping ocean views, travel between sites and centuries aboard an iconic old-fashioned trolley.

When you step foot on The Classic Coast, you see how proud we are of our diverse culture and history. Wander unique art museums, historical house museums, car and sailing museums and more. Take your pick and immerse yourself.

There’s a feeling you get when you step foot on these beaches. The warmth of the sand. The Atlantic drying on your skin. The perfect amount of sunshine and sea breeze. It’s where relief and invigoration meet, and it’s completely classic.

Settle into an Adirondack chair as warm light settles over rolling vines with an aromatic glass of local wine as your company. Or savor a glass of craft beer brewed with locally-grown ingredients at one of the area's craft breweries. This is where your senses indulge.

Come Christmas, the historic charm of the Classic Coast transforms into a scintillating wonderland of twinkling lights and evergreen aplenty. Experience festive events for each day throughout December as part of the Christmas in Newport celebration.

Discover the understated magic that dwells in each coastal community that together comprise the Classic Coast. Explore the oldest topiary garden in the U.S. in Portsmouth, or the 325-acre bird sanctuary in neighboring Middletown, or Beavertail State Park that rests at the southernmost tip of Jamestown.

A bowl of killer clam chowder after a day in the sun. A platter of oysters hauled from local waters. Catch of the day served over a menagerie of fresh, straight-from-the-farm offerings. This Classic Coast is nothing if not a culinary oasis.

This is the place where 13 acres of sailboats dot the harbor like clockwork each year for the International Boat Show. Where one million daffodils bloom come each April for the annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival. Where legendary musicians take the stage at the Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals. It’s also the place where warm memories are made.