Fifth Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Newport Harbour

Newport Harbour

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 which includes signage

Fort Adams State Park

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 beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Castle Hill Lighthouse
Brenton Point State Park showing a park

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

Activities

Lobster boat touring Newport Harbor

Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Gansett in the Newport Harbor

Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI

AU$64
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport: Morning Cruise with Complimentary Mimosa
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions

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

AU$69
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Newport: Newport Mansions Ticket - 1, 2 or 3 Mansions
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay

AU$61
per adult
Newport, RI: Afternoon Grand Cruise of Narragansett Bay
The Breakers Newport

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

AU$70
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
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Our pick of the best Fifth Ward Hotel Deals

Oceancliff Resort I & II

Oceancliff Resort I & II

4 out of 5
65 Ridge Rd, Newport, RI
The price is AU$627 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$627
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 AU$1,756 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$1,756
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (781 reviews)
"It’s a historic hotel, so it does not feel like a new or updated hotel, which is not a bad thing! Very clean and has a beautiful view. Bed was comfortable. There is only 21 rooms or so, so it is very quiet but the walls are thin - easy to hear people in the hallway. The restaurant was closed while ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

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OceanCliff Hotel
Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor

Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor

Newport
The price is AU$1,005 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$1,005
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this houseboat in Newport. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport Mansions are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Danielle is very responsive. This is the second time on her houseboat. It makes for a fun weekend. We will book again"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Private Houseboat In Beautiful Newport Harbor
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
49 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI
The price is AU$606 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$606
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,189 reviews)
"Very comfy, great location, beware of site charged"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort

4 out of 5
1 Goat Island, Newport, RI
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"VIP didn’t do anything. Nothing offered. The items I would have them improve on would be their service. Parking attendants and baggage excellent. It took 20 or more minutes to get my drink, my daughter got her food first. Food service was slow. Bartending, took 12 min for them to even acknowledge ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

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Newport Harbor Island Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward

Fort Adams State Park showing 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 which includes a house

Yachting Village

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 featuring 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 showing a park

Historic Hill

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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