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: swimming, biking, and uninterrupted time with the ones you love most.
Newport 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. Choose your adventure from our list of the best beaches in Newport, or visit them all.
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.
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.
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.
Fuel Your Fam
Road trip to Newport for summer fun! Receive a $50 resort credit to help fill your tank, along with snacks for the car ride home (including locally-made popcorn and toffee). As always, enjoy our two bedroom suites, complimentary parking, and a location that is just steps from Thames Street, the harbor, and all that Newport has to offer.
Offer is valid Sunday through Thursday, based on availability.