Fifth Ward Travel Guide

Newport

Fort Adams State Park showing heritage architecture and a coastal town
Fort Adams State Park which includes heritage architecture
Brenton Point State Park showing heritage elements
Brenton Point State Park showing a garden
Brenton Point State Park featuring outdoor art and a garden

Popular places to visit

Newport Harbour

Newport Harbour

4/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Fifth Ward with a trip to Newport Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.

Newport Harbour
Fort Adams State Park showing signage

Fort Adams State Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Fort Adams State Park
Castle Hill Lighthouse

Castle Hill Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Castle Hill Lighthouse
Brenton Point State Park showing a garden

Brenton Point State Park

See the sheltered waters of Narragansett Bay meet the surging Atlantic Ocean from this park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island.

Brenton Point State Park

Gooseberry Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gooseberry Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport.

Gooseberry Beach

Castle Hill Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Hill Beach during your trip to Newport?

Castle Hill Beach

Things to do

Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV

฿4,225
per adult
Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV
Colonial Hippies Tour

Colonial Hippies Tour

฿3,275
per adult
Colonial Hippies Tour
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!

Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!

฿1,212
per adult
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!
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Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour

฿393
per adult
Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
Historic Downtown Newport,RI

Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour

฿3,275
per adult
Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

฿1,474
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
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Top hotels in Fifth Ward

Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI
The price is ฿11,685 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿11,685
฿13,244 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Relaxing weekend away from work. Dated but clean with friendly staff. Good place to decompress and relax"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Oceancliff Resort I & II
Castle Hill Inn

Castle Hill Inn

4.5 out of 5
590 Ocean Drive, Newport, RI
The price is ฿33,447 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿33,447
฿37,844 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
Amazing Inn, fantastic service
"Such a special place, we loved it once again and look forward to returning again soon."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Castle Hill Inn
OceanCliff Hotel

OceanCliff Hotel

3.5 out of 5
65 Ridge Road, Newport, RI
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (785 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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OceanCliff Hotel
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI
The price is ฿10,195 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿10,195
฿12,835 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,214 reviews)
"Very comfortable and conveniently located right in the middle of everything Newport has to offer. Great views of the harbor too!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport

3.5 out of 5
28 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown, RI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,243 reviews)
"We LOVE the Atlantic Beach Hotel! My family has stayed here many times over the years, and every visit is great. Super convenient location in Middletown - right across the street from Eastons Beach, and close to all the main attractions in Newport, while being far enough away to not feel crowded. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island, Newport, RI
The price is ฿10,195 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿10,195
฿13,586 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,035 reviews)
"The property is beautiful"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Newport Harbor Island Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward

Fort Adams State Park which includes heritage architecture

Ocean Drive

You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Castle Hill Beach or Fort Adams State Park.

Ocean Drive
Thames Street showing a house

Yachting Village

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Yachting Village
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Bellevue Avenue Historic District

Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.

Bellevue Avenue Historic District
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Cliff Walk

Unique features of Cliff Walk include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Rosecliff or The Breakers while you're exploring the area.

Cliff Walk
Bristol showing animals

Downtown Newport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Newport
Touro Park featuring a park

Historic Hill

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Historic Hill

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