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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Newport named one of the top RISD Museum named the top places to go in 2018 Rhode Island attraction – Robb Report – Forbes Travel Guide Newport Vineyards named the best Providence chosen as an place to sip cider in Rhode Island ultimate “mancation” for dad – USA Today – USA Today CONTENTS WELCOME TO RHODE ISLAND 6 Newport chosen as one of Brides’ Providence named one of the VisitRhodeIsland.com Find Your Historic Sites & VisitRhodeIsland.com Experience 8 Museums 32 favorite U.S. destinations for nicest places in America Regions 10 Lighthouses 34 DON’T JUST fall getaways – Reader’s Digest Seasonal Science & Nature 35 – Brides Experiences 18 Farms & Gardens 36 Culinary Scene 20 South County noted as the beach Ocean House topped CNN’s list of Entertainment 37 TAKE OUR Libations 22 destination you need to know about irresistible winter beach hotels Outdoor Recreation 38 Arts & Culture 24 – CNN Tours & Sightseeing 40 WORD FOR IT – Condé Nast Traveler Beaches 26 Lodging 42 Newport Car Museum featured as the Rhode Island featured as one of Boating Charters & Events Calendar 44 Rentals 28 best new reason to hit the road the best fall road trips for Historic Homes & – The Boston Globe seeing fall foliage Mansions 30 – Travel + Leisure Wright’s Farm Restaurant and Mission named among the top mom-and-pop restaurants in the country 4 – Food Network 5 WELCOME TO RHODE VisitRhodeIsland.com ISLAND VisitRhodeIsland.com WELCOME As the smallest state in the country, Rhode Island is home to We pack a lot into just 1,241 square miles. If our gorgeous a tremendous amount of visitor attractions and amenities. beaches, renowned restaurants, and diverse culture don’t win With beautiful beaches, exciting cultural attractions, and you over, our vibrant arts scene, rich history, family-friendly a renowned dining scene, the Ocean State is the perfect attractions, and great shopping will. spot for a visit. Regardless of the length of your stay, I trust you will find the state welcoming, accessible, and Turn the page and discover the Ocean State — your new accommodating. favorite destination. Thank you for visiting and we hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, 6 Gina M. Raimondo 7 Governor VisitRhodeIsland.com RHODE ISLAND What’s your perfect vacation? Maybe it’s a challenging outdoor adventure. Or a celebratory exploration of the arts. Perhaps it’s a family-focused road trip, a locavore’s dining extravaganza, or an immersion in the richness and relevance of history. (Personally, we try to squeeze in all of these… and more.) Whatever makes vacation yours, Rhode Island is the place to find it. 8 Find Your Experience VisitRhodeIsland.com So, is a visit to Rhode Island starting to seem like a good idea? Run with it. Plan your family vacation, romantic babymoon, unforgettable guys’ or girls’ weekend — or anything else you want to celebrate — at VisitRhodeIsland.com. Everything is here for you, and we invite you to come make it your own. 9 BLACKSTONE VALLEY BLACKSTONE VALLEY Slater Mill offers an inspiring exploration of its role as the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution. RHODE ISLAND WARWICK & PROVIDENCE Birthplace of the American VisitRhodeIsland.com WEST BAY VisitRhodeIsland.com Industrial Revolution REGIONS BRISTOL COUNTY Take in some history, then get out and enjoy some You’ll find unique experiences in each of our seven regions. From nature. Blackstone Valley’s hard-working people and diverse communities are a microcosm of all beautiful natural environments to bustling urban nightlife, we SOUTH COUNTY that’s wonderful about America. have something for everyone — including you. NEWPORT COUNTY Enjoy more than 60 miles of bicycle trails. Head to Lincoln Woods State Park for swimming, hiking, bouldering, and more. BLOCK ISLAND Mill villages like Chepachet find new life as homes for Take a tour — and maybe a taste — at any of our restaurants and antique shops. exceptional breweries, including The Guild (the 10 largest American-made brew house in the country). 11 DEM The stunning 14-mile East Bay Bike Path hugs the Unspoiled white sand beaches beckon. BLOCK ISLAND BRISTOL COUNTY shore from Providence to Bristol. Nature’s Paradise Bucolic & Patriotic VisitRhodeIsland.com VisitRhodeIsland.com The Nature Conservancy named Block Island This quintessential New England waterfront area one of the 12 last great places in the Western is a favorite of locals and visitors. Bristol County’s Hemisphere. Quite an honor, and certainly a nod to easygoing attitude is complemented by outdoor the island’s dramatic cliffs, nature trails, and the recreation, boutique shopping, and unique fact that roughly 45% of the island is preserved eateries. space frequented by migratory birds. But rest assured: humans are welcome to shop, stay, dine, Coggeshall Museum Credit: and relax on the beach in the quaint island town of New Shoreham. Mohegan Bluffs drop 200 feet to beautiful beaches Block Island is a favorite of kayakers and The 45-room Blithewold Mansion is framed by Coggeshall Farm immerses you in life on a 1790s and incredible views. paddle boarders. truly incredible gardens filled with rare plants and tenant farm. specimen trees. Credit: Audubon Society of RI of Audubon Society Credit: Lighthouses are majestic reminders of Block Island’s Shop, dine, and perfect your chill-out skills in Bristol’s Fourth of July parade is the country’s oldest The Audubon Environmental Education Center offers nautical history. Old Harbor. 12 continuous Independence Day celebration. nature-focused programming year round. 13 Credit: Discover Newport Newport Discover Credit: Play tennis on the legendary grass courts of the Live “la bella vita” among Federal Hill’s unique shops, NEWPORT COUNTY International Tennis Hall of Fame. PROVIDENCE great restaurants, and piazza with its iconic fountain. Sailing Capital of the World The Creative Capital VisitRhodeIsland.com VisitRhodeIsland.com Newport was named one of the top destinations Our capital city combines the friendliness in the nation by Condé Nast Traveler. It began and ease of a small town with the culture and as a colonial era port, became the Gilded Age sophistication of a big city. Providence has playground for some of the country’s wealthiest been named the “best city for foodies” and the families, and is now a coastal haven for anyone “number 3 favorite U.S. city.” We’d add that it’s who appreciates great food, historic sites, sailing, also great for the arts, family fun, live music, and must-see attractions. Erin McGinn Credit: Michael Melford Credit: nightlife, and a whole lot more. The world-famous Cliff Walk: unspoiled coastline on Touro Synagogue is America’s oldest Jewish house of Never been to WaterFire? Add it to your bucket list; Roger Williams Park Zoo thrills and educates children one side, breathtaking Gilded Age architecture on worship, dedicated in 1763. it’s that incredible. of all ages. the other. Credit: Discover Newport Newport Discover Credit: See how America’s wealthiest families summered at Start your engines and head over to the Newport Car Walking tours (self-guided or with a group) are an Providence is the perfect home base for your the Newport mansions. Museum featuring a private collection of over 60 enjoyable way to explore Providence. excursions on land or sea. 14 automobiles from 1950 to present day. 15 Do stay a while, won’t you? Choose a luxurious triple-five-star resort, a local inn, or a cozy B&B. Clouds Hill Museum preserves and interprets life SOUTH COUNTY WARWICK & WEST BAY in a late-1800s home. 20 Beaches — One Vacation Central & Coastal VisitRhodeIsland.com VisitRhodeIsland.com Our southernmost waterfront region features 100 “Central” because it’s close to everything, home miles of coastline and 20 public beaches. Hike or to the state’s international airport (named the bike through forests and nature preserves. Kayak, third best in America), and loaded with attractions, canoe, or paddle board along inlet waterways. parks, and great shopping. “Coastal” because it also Savor coastal cuisine, and tour a craft brewery has beaches. (Beaches are important to us here in or distillery. Conquer the waves at Narragansett Rhode Island, but you probably figured that out Beach or see the region via helicopter. John Woodmansee Credit: by now.) With 20 public beaches to choose from, you have Someone once said, “Golf is a good walk spoiled.” Gaspee Days is an annual celebration of Rocky Point State Park holds special memories for plenty of places to explore. We beg to differ. Rhode Island’s revolutionary history. generations of visitors. Credit: John Woodmansee Credit: If you like local history, you’ll love our 16 museums, Our nature preserves are great for biking, hiking, C & L Stables will take you on a horseback riding tour The region’s farms offer corn mazes and other including the Gilbert Stuart Museum. bird-watching, or just standing still and breathing. along the shoreline of beautiful Goddard Memorial seasonal activities (not to mention fresh 16 State Park. local produce). 17 SUMMER FALL SEASONAL EXPERIENCES Everyone loves summer — especially in Rhode Island. Here, you’re Reds, yellows, oranges, golds… autumn foliage is as beautiful as spring never far from the sun and fun of a beautiful sandy beach. The calendar flowers. Crisp, cool, clear days — what we call “sweater weather” — Four seasons and 12 months are barely enough to contain everything there is to see and do in Rhode Island. is packed with chances to experience the excitement and hometown beckon you to pick apples at local orchards like Jaswell’s Farm in No matter when you visit, you’ll find yourself choosing from a wide variety of equally intriguing options. pride of a music, arts, or community festival. Bristol’s Fourth of July Smithfield, or to hike the trails at our state parks.