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Rose Island Lighthouse

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Paws on Pelham Dog Hotel

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Aerial Gurneys

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Lobster Roll at the Newport Lobster Shack

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Bywater Oysters

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A lobster roll from La Costa food truck in Newport, RI

A lobster roll from La Costa food truck in Newport, RI

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Sunrise Eastons Beach

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Breakers Mansion

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Copy of Ocean Drive Summer

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Newport Folk Festival

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Sunset Boat Rose Island

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Interior of the Newport Art Museum in Newport, RI

Interior of the Newport Art Museum in Newport, RI

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Ocean Drive 2020

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Newport Bridge

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Ocean Drive Newport RI Sunset

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performing arts in newport, rhode island

Nearly 400 years of history has long inspired an indelible spirit of artistry and ambition along these historic streets and downtown wharves. This is the place where you can experience Shakespeare under the stars, or world-class ballet in a Gilded Age ballroom. Here, live performances and extraordinary settings go hand-in-hand.

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These listings offer some of the best experiences throughout The Classic Coast.

Surfing Second Beach

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Think: the salt of the sea on your skin after a day chasing the swell. Think: the perfect amount of sunshine and crisp sea breeze. Classic.

Hiking Path That Winds Through Vegetation To The Sea In Newport

Hiking + Walking Trails

From light and leisurely scenic walks along the coastline to moderately intense trails in picturesque New England forests, here are our favorite spots to get outdoors.

Newport Cliff Walk New Summer 2022

Explore Cliff Walk

Craving serenity? Newport's enchanting 3.5-mile Cliff Walk is the perfect place for your moment of peace.

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