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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.

Activities & attractions in Newport

Private Boat Charters Newport RI both Power and Sail

Activities•Water Activities

The Art of Scrimshaw- Demonstration of the American Folk Art

Art & Performing Arts•Art Gallery

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.

Newport in June

Estimated package price

$160

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Flight to Newport

3 nights at hotel

$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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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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Newport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Newport to Providence takes 0h 51m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $22 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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Newport takes 235 miles and will cost you around $68. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 460 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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Airports near Newport

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard

BOSBoston Logan Intl

PVDProvidence-TFGreen

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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 $301 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 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 $73 to $1,474 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Newport are about 58% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Newport/Middletown

3 stars

Excellent (9.1, 375 reviews)

$157+

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

2 stars

Excellent (9, 1110 reviews)

$127+

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Wyndham Newport Hotel

4 stars

Excellent (8.9, 982 reviews)

$130+

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Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 stars

Excellent (8.7, 834 reviews)

$262+

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Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, 244 reviews)

$113+

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The Carriage House Inn Newport

2 stars

Excellent (8.3, 735 reviews)

$102+

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Renting a car in Newport costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

Renting a car in Newport costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

Car rental agencies in Newport

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