Historic Hill Travel Guide

Newport

A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a sunset in the background.
A two-story gray house with a red door, a brick chimney, and a small porch with a potted plant.
A stone wall with a window and a tree in the foreground.
A statue of a man with outstretched arms on a pedestal labeled "CHANNING" in a park with a stone tower in the background.
A stone tower, a church with a tall spire, and a clear blue sky.

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A courtyard with a tennis court, a statue, and a building with a clock tower.
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Open Photo by tom owens

International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum

9.0/10 (252 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)

฿1,581
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport

฿837
per adult
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport
Lady Ella Rose and her lovely ladies.

Scenic Tour W/The Elms Thru 8/30. Marble House Entry 8/31 - 11/2

฿1,506
per adult
Scenic Tour W/The Elms Thru 8/30. Marble House Entry 8/31 - 11/2
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Top hotels in Historic Hill

Hotel Viking

Hotel Viking

4 out of 5
1 Bellevue Avenue Newport RI
The price is ฿18,461 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿18,461
฿22,821 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"Tyler the manager was very helpful and wonderful to us!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Hotel Viking
Mill Street Inn

Mill Street Inn

3 out of 5
75 Mill St Newport RI
The price is ฿15,105 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿15,105
฿17,270 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"All I can say is "wow!" This was an excellent place to stay! Great location, roomy suite with comfortable bed and linens. Clean! A/C worked great on a hot day in July. Breakfast was delivered each morning, which was such a nice surprise. And, the staff couldn't have been more helpful with everything ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Mill Street Inn
Paws on Pelham

Paws on Pelham

3 out of 5
96 Pelham Street Newport RI
The price is ฿12,169 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿12,169
฿13,923 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Newport ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. Rooms were clean, comfortable and adorably decorated. Breakfast was delicious and everyone was incredibly helpful! Easy walk to the downtown and wonderful deck to sit and enjoy a book!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Paws on Pelham
Entire Charming Victorian Home Downtown Newport

Entire Charming Victorian Home Downtown Newport

2 out of 5
Newport RI
Stay at this aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Newport Mansions and Bowen's Wharf are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Beautiful room in a perfect location that was walkable to all of Newport. The property is in outstanding shape. And we had no troubles traveling with a small dog. On the down side, our room was quite loud with other guests coming and going and operating the electronic lock at the main door. Parking ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

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Entire Charming Victorian Home Downtown Newport
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave Newport RI
The price is ฿12,378 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿12,378
฿15,918 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,451 reviews)
"It was an older hotel in the middle of the major bars. Conveniently located but loud at night with the music playing from the dock. Room is clean but small. Pool is nice for the kids to swim in but nothing much more than that. Not sure what the resort fee is for since there is really not a whole ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island Newport RI
The price is ฿16,645 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿16,645
฿21,134 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,101 reviews)
"Nice enough but relatively expensive. Expected more. For example, both mornings the restaurant only offered the full breakfast buffet versus a la carte options. Limiting."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Newport Harbor Island Resort
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Where to stay in Historic Hill

Find the best Historic Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone church with a tall spire and arched windows.
Photo by Ana Lei
Open Photo by Ana Lei

Downtown Newport

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

A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a sunset in the background.
Photo by Jared Kent
Open Photo by Jared Kent

Fifth Ward

If you're spending some time in Fifth Ward, Gooseberry Beach and Fort Adams State Park are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a church spire in the distance.

Yachting Village

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

A grand classical building with ornate sculptures, large windows, and a prominent staircase leading to the entrance.
Photo by Michael Kercsmar
Open Photo by Michael Kercsmar

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.

A beach with a lifeguard tower, rocky shoreline, and a distant hill with houses.
Photo by Tuyen Truong
Open Photo by Tuyen Truong

Top of the Hill

If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Ocean Drive Historic District are top sights worth seeing.

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