The Point
Newport
Popular places to visit
Newport Mansions
You can study the exhibits at Newport Mansions, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
The Breakers
Find out about the history of Newport when you take a trip to The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.
Easton's Beach
Spend the day relaxing by the ocean at Newport’s largest surf beach, where you can play in the waves, ride a carousel and stroll along a scenic boardwalk.
Cliff Walk
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cliff Walk and enjoy the boating in Newport. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Fort Adams State Park
Make your way through eerie tunnels and climb to stunning vantage points at this historic 19th-century fortress overlooking a grassy foreshore and the mouth of Newport Harbor.
Things to do
Wickford, RI: Narragansett Bay Seal-Watching Tour by Boat
Newport: Golden to Gilded Age Guided Walking Tour
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in The Point
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
Very clean room excellent staff all very friendly and helpful will stay again
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Club Wyndham Long Wharf
We stayed in November, and the heated pool was awesome! You can swim from the inside to the outside and there are hot tubs in both areas. It was a highlight for us! The rooms aren’t the most updated, but they do the trick and were clean. We also had a room with a full kitchen which was really ...
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
This was our first stay at the Pell and we loved it! The sitting areas are lovely, staff was very nice and accommodating, rooms were clean and spacious. The beds and pillows were comfortable. We were there during a very cold spell, and while our room was quite warm and cozy, the bathroom was very ...
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
Beautiful hotel! Very clean, great views and very friendly staff!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warwick-Providence (Arpt) by IHG
Everything was amazing. That’s why I rebooked to stay here
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick Airport by IHG
Staff was great. Room was clean and the food there was good.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Point
Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.
Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Hill
While visiting Historic Hill, you might make a stop by sights like International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue.
Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Yachting Village
While visiting Yachting Village, you might make a stop by sights like Thames Street and Newport Harbour.
Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Breakers and Rosecliff while you're in town.
