Most reviewed Points of Interest & Landmarks in Rhode Island


  1. 4.5 Cliff Walk (5.543 reviews)
    - One day walk about Newport
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Hiking Trails
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    Located near the back lawn of The Breakers and other historic mansions like Rough Point, this scenic 3.5-mile walk along Newport's coastline connects the western end of Easton Beach to the eastern end of Bailey’s Beach. Stroll along the Cliff Walk to spot a variety of wildflowers and birds, and enjoy commanding views of Narragansett Bay.It’s mostly an easy walk, but watch out for the southern section, which can get slightly tricky along the rocky shore. Newport gets especially busy during summer weekends—plan your visit during spring or fall, or on weekdays for fewer crowds. – Tripadvisor See more..
  2. 4.5 Thames Street (804 reviews)
    - Most Popular Street in Newport
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Popular Newport street filled with many shops. See more..
  3. 4.5 Bellevue Avenue (605 reviews)
    - A road well traveled!
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Drives
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    Part of the 10-mile Ocean Drive and home to many well-known mansions. See more..
  4. 4.5 International Tennis Hall of Fame (595 reviews)
    - Fun to see, even if you don't play Tennis
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    With more than 2,000 unique objects on display, from racquets, to attire, to trophies, as well as a variety of interactive exhibits, there is something for everyone inside the walls of the International Tennis Hall of Fame museum. See more..
  5. 4.5 Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum (356 reviews)
    - Beautiful architecture and gardens and gorgeous water views!!!!
    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens
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    Blithewold, named in Yankee Magazine's 2010 Best 5 Public Gardens in New England is located on Narragansett Bay, 25 minutes east of Providence and 60 minutes south of Boston. Blithewold, a 33-acre summer estate with grand views of Narragansett Bay, is nationally significant in American history as one of the most fully developed and authentic examples of the Country Place era. The property features a 45-room mansion filled with family heirlooms framed by a series of lovely gardens that range in character from mysterious to exotic and from poetic to practical. An exceptional collection of rare and unusual plants, specimen trees, an accessible greenhouse, and whimsical stonework project a character that is romantic, fresh and inspiring - and unique to Blithewold. Come...and be inspired. See more..
  6. 4.5 Benefit Street (223 reviews)
    - THE MOST BEAUTIFUL STREET IN PROVIDENCE!
    Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
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    A mile of history is packed onto this cobblestone street lined with historic buildings. The Nightingale-Brown House, built in 1792, home to five generations of the Nicholas Brown Family (of Brown University) is a "must see" on the block. See more..
  7. 4.0 Thayer Street (199 reviews)
    - 1 mile walk from convention center
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Students from Brown University, and other schools in the area, congregate on this funky street that boasts vintage clothing shops, bookstores, music shops and cafes. See more..
  8. 4.5 The Towers (137 reviews)
    - Beautiful
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
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    The remaining building left from the Narragansett Pier Casino fire now hosts events and dinner theaters. See more..
  9. 4.0 Providence Train Station (123 reviews)
    - Tidy and handy
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    A nice,convenient location and easily navigable. We train into here from Boston (and back) on the MBTA commuter rail. Small, well-kept and centrally located. Can also catch shuttle bus from here to other locales in Providence. See more..
  10. 4.5 DePasquale Plaza (110 reviews)
    - Nice plaza
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Romantic area with a fountain. See more..
  11. 4.5 Hope Street (107 reviews)
    - Colonial Bristol
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Lovely walking town with shops, cafes, historical buildings and galleries. While there you can visit Linden Place, St Michael's Episcopal Church, and the Bristol Art Museum (small gallery, limited hours). There are a number of lovely restaurants and sandwich shops, and an artist's coop, Hotpoint Emporium, which shouldn't be missed. Just a block from the waterfront and Independence Park. See more..
  12. 5.0 Crescent Park Looff Carousel (100 reviews)
    - A Must Do Rhode Island Attraction
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    An 1895 carousel featuring 66 hand-carved figures. See more..
  13. 4.5 Atwells Avenue (51 reviews)
    - Come Hungry
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    Providence street home to many restaurants. See more..
  14. 4.5 Independence Park (30 reviews)
    - Quiet and peaceful stroll
    Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
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    Walked all around this park, through Common, and nearby streets. Lots of shady roads and old architecture..old cemetery and churches to explore. See more..
  15. 4.5 Boyd's Wind Grist Mill (27 reviews)
    - Quick stop
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Driving around and saw this windmill so had to stop and take a picture. Very interesting to see a windmill that is in such good shape. See more..
  16. 4.5 Little Compton Commons (22 reviews)
    - Exploring LC RI
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Charming spot vineyard & tiny beach area & beautiful old architecture-arrived too late to enjoy the general store but PEEKED in the Windows & walked around... See more..
  17. 4.0 Jamestown Windmill (18 reviews)
    - Quick visit
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    It is only open on weekends. Nice and well kept. Parking only on the side of the road. A short drive from Jamestown. Nice views though. See more..
  18. 3.5 Old Stone Mill Antiques and Treasures (8 reviews)
    - The grandest Antique here is the building
    Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Antique Shops
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    The Old Stone Mill built in 1814, a beautiful stone building on the riverside in historic downtown Chepachet, RI. A historic Chepachet landmark on the riverside, originally a textile mill, now houses 2 floors of antiques and treasures from primitives, to the 50's, 60's, and 70's collectables.Come visit our warm, friendly atmosphere, sit by the fireside with us and relax into a bygone era. See more..
  19. 4.0 Arnold House (7 reviews)
    - Lovely tour
    Saturday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
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    Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming- he provided snippets of the Arnold and Lincoln town histories that added meaningful details to the house’s story. Great insight into how our ancestors lived. See more..
  20. 4.5 Gray's Store (6 reviews)
    - IT'S NOT GREYS, BUT IT IS STILL OPEN!
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    We knew that Grey's had closed, but were pleasantly surprised to find that the store has been reopened as an Antique and Collectibles Store. We were on our way to Little Compton when we saw the open store and had to go in. It is certainly worth a stop for its historical value. And who knows, you might find some interesting treasures! See more..
  21. 5.0 Station Fire Memorial Park (4 reviews)
    - memoeial
    Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
    it a memorial and it was done in respect to those who died there. it is well kept. its about a 1/2 or more to walk it See more..
  22. 5.0 Peckham's Greenhouse (3 reviews)
    - Excellent Place for Plants
    Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    There is always a great selection of healthy plants here. Definitely worth purchasing from them. You can rely on the quality. See more..
  23. Arts Exchange (0 review)
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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  24. Adventure Base Camp (0 review)
    Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    At Adventure Base Camp our mission is to provide unique outdoor learning experiences to all. We offer focused event that build on life skills and we offer activities like archery, sports, nature, S.T.E.M., outdoor skills and more! Adventure Base Camp is perfect for all youth, families and youth groups. See more..

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