Very small landmark where the first Puritan settlers landed in Portsmouth, RI. There is parking at…read morethe entrance and a very short walk where you will find a shaded glade with a running brook and a small waterfall, memorial benches scattered throughout, and an herb garden in memory of the late Anne Hutchinson and Mary Dyer. Very peaceful little spot!!

Ready for an adventure kiddies? Then come to Fall River and see the aging ruins of the Old Fall…read moreRiver Ice House. But please, be discreet. Signs around the entryway state that fishing, boating, swimming and camping are strictly prohibited. But ever since I was a child I always wondered what the old Medieval looking ruin had to offer the not so faint of heart. Now as an adult literalist, I interpret the absence of a no trespassing order as something akin to an invitation. One side of the structure can be seen on the right while driving north on Route 24 coming from 195. Take exit 5 and follow Eastern Avenue then take a left onto New Boston Road. At the end, turn left onto Willow Street which turns into Ruth Street (over the freeway) and then Meridian Street (in a very short distance). Park on Hannah Street or Bergeron Street and then walk back toward whence you drove and go around the left of the fence across the road. What awaits you on the other side is a lonesome path long neglected over time. Weeds and trees flourish between cracks in the crumbling asphalt. Once past the noise from the street, an eerie quiet sets in. A short walk will lead you to the northern shores of the pond. Continue along and watch for the ruins on the right. Inside you will find excellent photo opportunities and a remarkable example of structural decay and a forest gradually reclaiming lost ground. Vines ensnare the surrounding trees and creep alongside the walls of the massive building. The colossal inner chambers are full of trees and enormous stones that have given way to time. Interesting exterior brickwork nestled among stones can be seen as one moves along the southern edge of the building closer to the shore. One wall bears the scar of what may have been a large lightning strike. Most of the walls have soaring vacancies in the stonework that may have once held windows or doors. Sadly, there is some graffiti, but it's a minor distraction in such an exciting place. After you've had your fill of the ruins, continue along the path and feel the eyes of the forest upon you. Low walls of stone accompany you throughout most of your journey and it would be difficult to get lost. Bear left when the path splits about a half mile after you've gone over the causeway (it can be difficult to discern) and you will eventually return to Meridian Street. Do NOT forget your camera!

Good. Had a good time looking at the old buildings and seeing the tools that they used.read more

04/2018 The Newport…read moreMansions in Rhode Island are magnificent pieces of history that are an absolute Must-see! I toured several of these amazing mansions during my first trip to Rhode Island. The architecture & furnishings are opulent & so beautiful. The self-guided audio tours, filled with history, personal stories & tragedies of these mansions & the Gilded Age, allow for meandering at your own pace. The Bellevue Avenue area feels safe & clean. Of the spots I visited, parking is easy & free. Staff members were very nice. You can purchase individual mansion tickets or I'd suggest a package as they are unique & worth seeing. Currently, I'd say my favorite is the Marble House. I highly recommend the Newport Mansions tours & look forward to exploring more on future trips and taking the Cliff Walk, weather providing!

Stunning & majestic grandeur at 360 degrees for these historic mansions. Amazed and grateful that…read morethese have been restored for us to view this piece of lavish history. We joined the Historic society for the well worth is discount and toured 3 homes in a day, which is just the right amount. A must in the self guided audio tour via the mansions phone app. It really adds to the history of the mansion and gives great insight to the families and their world. Please explore these fabulous gems when in the area. Can't wait to see the rest!

I have been trying to get here for 14 years and I finally made it. Every other time I've been in…read moreNewport, it has always been closed. You walk in and my jaw dropped looking at the paintings on the stairs. Like they painted everything. Each room is more and more magnificent and I would argue I find this more breathtaking than the Elms. It's the details in the rooms for me, not the size of it. I didn't go on a guided tour but at some point would love to see more of the rooms, there were a certain number available to us yesterday. I think this actually just became my favorite to visit, honestly. I know a lot of people make comments about how dark it is, buuuut have you heard of how you need that for preservation purposes? I also have an eye condition so for me, it was actually welcome to walk through and not feel like I'm being blinded. The soft lighting I found to be wonderful, personally.

I hate to say it, but after you've seen so many of these, they all blur together. I will say, I…read moreLOVED how dark this one was. So moody and so bold. It is an interesting one and I enjoyed the woodwork. Walnut and oak. Such beautiful molding. There was a Turkish room that stands out in my mind. Turkish from that era basically referred to anything middle eastern, Eastern European, or even Asian I think. I wish I remembered more about the family that lived here. I'll have to look and get back to you.

Definitely one of the best bridges in Rhode Island. Best thing about it is no tolls! Second-best…read morething is the spectacular views of the bay. I'm old enough to remember the old Jamestown Bridge, and this one is a big improvement, with two lanes in each direction, instead of one. The old bridge also had an open grate at the apex, so you could look down at the water under your car, plus it made a lot of tire noise, which was nerve-wracking to many motorists. The current bridge took a long time to build, and it's architecturally plain looking, but since it was completed more recently than the Newport Bridge, it needs less maintenance and repair, which means no traffic restrictions. I've never been stuck in traffic on this bridge - it's always smooth sailing for me. They built this bridge next to the old bridge, and for a time, after demolishing the main bridge span, they left the ends of the old bridge up for use as a fishing pier. But, eventually, the old bridge was completely removed. The new bridge has some memories for me too. In 1991 and 1992, when I was attending URI, my mother rented a room in her house to a concrete engineer who was part of the bridge's construction crew.

No tolls, almost unobstructed views-an almost MUST if you are traveling to Newport. Perfection!read more

This house is being beautifully and carefully restored. We attended their Colonial Life event and…read morehad a fabulous time! They had many reenactors on hand who were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It was a great experience and we will definitely be back!

Was able to take a few photos while stopped on the Hope Bridge. Crossover from Rhode Island on our…read moreway back to the Mid Cape & what a beautiful day it was!

Coming from Aquidneck island, we drove over the Mount Hope Bridge to get to Warren…read more The bridge opened in 1929, so it's been around for a long time. It underwent more than $15 million in renovations between 1998 and 2004. Still today, it needs lots of maintenance and repair. It is in working order, but hopefully it will stay active with the proper care.

I've only visited Newport a couple of times. Whenever I am here, I always seem to find myself…read moredriving Ocean Drive. I love the coastal views, beautiful homes, and the cool sea breeze. I recommend adding Ocean Drive to your itinerary if you are looking to admire the scenery or join the crowd gathering for sunset.

Always one of my favorite parts of Newport no matter what time of year it is or what the weather is…read morelike. This was my go to spot to take a drive on when suffering from anxiety during college or having a bad day. Blast some good tunes, roll the windows down and take a ride!

First time in my life I'm not having any doctors because of United healthcare don't want to pay the…read moredoctors so the booklet they someone told me said everything in the air is false so there's somebody over at the hospital and East main road and Middletown Rhode Island that is helping me by far as the doctors no and that I had doctors in the past that always help me but this is something I got to get used to not the Japanese doctors helping me

Ahh, the City by the Sea…read more Did you know that Newport now contains among the highest number of surviving colonial buildings of any city in the United States? Me either but it's true. Did you know that Newport is the home of Salve Regina University and Naval Station Newport which houses the United States Naval War College, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, and a major United States Navy training center? Now you do. Did you know the Tennis Hall of Fame is located in Newport? How about that the Newport Country Club hosted the first US Open and the first US Amateur? Or that Newport is known as the sailing capitol of the United States? Or that John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier were married in St. Mary's Church in Newport? Or that the movie "The Great Gatsby" (1974 edition) was filmed in Newport? Or that on Bellevue Avenue is home to some of the most opulent, amazing mansions in the world? Or that The Whitehorse Tavern, the oldest pub in continuous service in the United States, can be found here? All of this and I have not even begun to mention the beaches, the great restaurants, the Newport Jazz Festival, the fun - and there is a lot of fun to be had in Newport. A great place to visit if you get a chance.

The Marble House is another must-see in Newport. This is my number 2 among the three mansions I…read morevisited here (#1 is The Breakers and #3 is Rosecliff). I got the Breakers Plus 2 package. You'll see the grandeur and opulence in all the rooms. Some scenes from The Gilded Age were shot here (or were taken inspiration from here). Really beautiful and stunning. Again, bring your earphones or earbuds to enjoy the self-guided audio tour which you download on your mobile device.

21st September 2026 Bellevue…read moreNewport RI Cloudy 65°F Marble House was gifted to Alva Vanderbilt by her husband, William on her 39th birthday. Tremendous amount of imported marble, gold, carved mahogany wood paneled fixtures, walls. The construction took a few years. The HBO series GILDED AGE was filmed here, and if not, some of the mansion features were of influence. Definitely worth a tour of the cottages in Newport.