Here in the heart of Rhode Island’s “Classic Coast,” you can choose your own adventure.

Soak in miles of spectacular coastal scenery, study authentic Colonial and Gilded Age architecture, saunter along the wharves of the bustling waterfront, and sink your toes into the sand of stunning beaches.

You can be inspired at the legendary mansions, be energized by the vibrant nightlife, and savor the local flavor at our many celebrated restaurants, wineries, and breweries.

Must visit

The Breakers Mansion is my favorite of all the Newport Rhode Island mansions. Designed by Richard Morris Hunt for Cornelius Vanderbilt II, President and Chairman of the New York Central Railroad. Open daily, except on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Rough Point

Originally built by Frederick W. Vanderbilt, Rough Point is more well known as the home of tobacco heiress Doris Duke (Duke University). Duke was responsible for a great deal of Newport’s architectural preservation by founding the Newport Restoration Foundation, which runs the property today.

The Elms

The Elms mansion was the summer residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind of Philadelphia and New York. The Elms was built in 1901 for approximately $1.4 million. It was modeled after the French chateau d’Asnieres outside Paris. Beautiful terraces, sunken garden and Venetian paintings.