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.

Stay near popular Historic Hill attractions

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

฿1,552
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

฿821
per adult
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport
Newport, Rhode Island: Scenic Self-Driving Audio Tour

Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour

฿558
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Explore Scenic Newport, RI: GPS-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

฿558
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour

฿262
per adult
Newport, Rhode Island: Cliff Walk Gilded Age Audio Tour
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport With Elms Admission

Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport With Elms Admission

฿1,478
per adult
Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport With Elms Admission
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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 ฿18,602 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿18,602
฿22,949 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very disappointing stay. This place tries to be fancy, but it’s really like putting lipstick on a pig. Dirty towels, AC didn’t work one of the nights, spa was sub par (the receptionist at the spa was on the phone with her friend and put her on hold for me to pay). The pool had no towels - I had to ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hotel Viking
Mill Street Inn

Mill Street Inn

3 out of 5
75 Mill St Newport RI
The price is ฿11,947 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿11,947
฿13,669 total
8 Jul - 9 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! (1,001 reviews)
"This is very well done conversion of an old mill into a modern boutique hotel in the heart of Newport. The vibe is contemporary accomodations vs. the traditional small rooms of converted homes typically found in the immediate area. The suites are well designed and very spacious, and the beds very ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Mill Street Inn
Paws on Pelham

Paws on Pelham

3 out of 5
96 Pelham Street Newport RI
The price is ฿10,945 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿10,945
฿12,527 total
8 Jul - 9 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! (322 reviews)
"Nice room, great location, excellent breakfast. We will be back."

Reviewed on 3 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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿11,155 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿11,155
฿14,466 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,432 reviews)
"Room was clean. Staff was efficient. Location was excellent. Room cooling unit was far too noisy. Lodging price was way too high for this level of hotel."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
425 E Main Rd Middletown RI
The price is ฿10,948 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿10,948
฿12,481 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Middletown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,146 reviews)
"The hotel is small but it was great! Clean, comfortable, nice restaurant, amazing drinks. We really enjoyed the mobile contrast therapy! This was our highlight There was a wedding party staying there and the parking spots were a bit challenging but overall everything was great here."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
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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 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 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 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 Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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