Newport, RI Summer Guide
Experience the very best in Newport dining, shopping, sipping, and sightseeing, all within walking distance from The Wellington.
Seize The Stay
Once you're here, you're golden: spread out across seven acres overlooking Newport Harbor, and enjoy simple pursuits: harbor strolls, bbqs or picnics, and plenty of pool time with family or friends.
Harbor Cruises
What better way to take a cruise in Narragansett Bay than with mimosas? Gansett Cruises offers a variety of tours, from quiet and relaxing to more lively. Our pick? The weekend 'wake up and mimosa morning cruise', departing at 11:30am. We also love to set sail from Bowen’s Wharf with Classic Cruises of Newport on Rum Runner and Madeline, or from Goat Island on Schooner Aurora.
Music at Sunset
Enjoy live music every Wednesday at Blithewold Mansion as the sun sets over Narragansett Bay. Spread out a picnic, soak up the warmth of summer, and sip on garden-inspired cocktails care of RI Cruisin Cocktails.
Shopping
Steps from The Wellington, stroll Bowen's Wharf where you'll find major brands, boutiques, locally-owned shops, and galleries. It won't take long to find mementos to take home. While you're there, pucker up and try Newport Lemonade. This not-so-little lemonade stand is serving up refreshing frozen lemonade all summer.
Eat Well
Forget the world being our oyster, we prefer the world as our lobster–and Newport is the place to explore that world, we’re shore of it. After a long day at the beach, relax on the deck at Flo's Clam Shack for the best lobster roll this side of Manhattan.
Newport Polo Series
Watch the home team, USA/Newport, take on challengers from around the world and major U.S. cities in one of the most exciting spectator sports in the world. Matches are held every Saturday, June – Sept., at Newport Polo, home of America’s First Polo Club. Festivities include Opening and Closing ceremonies, half-time Divot Stomp, Player’s Salute, Trophy Presentation, Après Polo Lounge, fan prizes, and other special weekly features fieldside.
Summertime Picnics
Stoneacre Picnics, as Instagrammable as they are delicious! Reserve a unique-to-you private picnic, complete with linens and decor, and build your board with charcuterie, caprese, caviar, and more. Every detail is thought out and delivered beautifully. So, who's coming with you?
Farmers Market
Each suite at The Wellington is equipped with a full kitchen. Make the trip out to Mount Hope Farm and stock up on summer produce.
Beaches
Newport Beaches are some of the finest in New England. We've rounded up our favorites, each with unique highlights that attract a variety of beach lovers. Ditch the city for sand this summer - choose your adventure from our list of the best beaches in Newport, or visit them all.
4th Night Free
Stay three nights and receive your fourth night free over select dates year round. With the extra day, recharge and make extra time to enjoy simple pursuits, celebrate life events, explore Newport, and reconnect with loved ones.
Offer is valid Sunday through Thursday, based on availability.