Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Newport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newport

With a population of 24,672, Newport is a must-see destination in Rhode Island, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Newport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Newport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Skiff Bar at the Marriott Newport Rhode Island (25 Americas Cup Ave) and Cara (117 Memorial Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Newport

Newport in June
Estimated package price
$160
2 travelers
Flight to Newport
3 nights at hotel
Newport in June
Estimated package price
$160
2 travelers
Flight to Newport
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Newport in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Newport, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Newport

Plane

When flying to Newport, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Newport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Newport to New Haven takes 2h 39m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 148 miles from Newport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including OurBus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Newport takes 115 miles and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 238 miles. Newport’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Newport, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Newport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Newport to New Haven takes 2h 39m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 148 miles from Newport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including OurBus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Newport takes 115 miles and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 238 miles. Newport’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Newport

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Newport

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newport

From 5-star hotels such as the The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection to great affordable options like the Marshall Slocum Inn, Newport offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $266 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $351 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Melville House Newport and Americas Cup Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Newport, with prices from $69 to $1,219 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Newport are about 105% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Newport by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Newport

Most booked hotels in Newport

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Wellington Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1345 reviews)
$211+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1110 reviews)
$105+
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Wyndham Newport Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 982 reviews)
$118+
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The Pell, Part of JdV by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 434 reviews)
$127+
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The Carriage House Inn Newport
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 735 reviews)
$90+
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Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 247 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Newport

Renting a car in Newport costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Newport.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Newport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05.

Renting a car in Newport costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Newport.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Newport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05.

Car rental agencies in Newport

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