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newport RHODE ISLAND 2019 destination guide DiscoverNewport.org A classic is enduring. Like the ocean, it doesn’t strive to be. It just is. Newport, Rhode Island USA A visit to The Classic Coast is both everything you expect and enjoyably unpredictable. This is a place and a people made of surf and soul; raised by the ocean and built by eccentric and outspoken rebels some 300-plus years ago. If you’re looking for classic Colonial architecture and breathtaking New England landscapes, we’ve got ‘em. Trust us. But it’s a feeling you get here that’ll make you never want to leave. It’s that feeling of being switched off yet inspired; engaged yet refreshed. There’s no word for it, but it happens every day on the Classic Coast. Now who’s hungry for some chowder? The Classic Coast is made up of nine connected coastal towns. They all share a rich and well-preserved New England 2019 NEWPORT history along with an indelible DESTINATION GUIDE spirit of artistry, hard work, and ambition that’s simply, classic. contents 4-7 top 12 experiences 8-10 annual events BARRINGTON 12-37 things to do ★ 12-14 mansions 16-17 museums ★ 18-19 tours WARREN 20-23 history 24-27 the arts 28-31 ocean + harbors 32-35 outdoors BRISTOL 36-37 ▲ beer, wine + spirits ★ 38-41 shopping 42-49 places to stay 50-61 restaurants 62-63 visitor center 64 getting here ★ TIVERTON PORTSMOUTH ★ #TheClassicCoast @DscvrNewport @DscvrNewport /NewportRhodeIsland ★ MIDDLETOWN ★ JAMESTOWN LITTLE ★ NEWPORT COMPTON ★ DiscoverNewport.org 2 3 TOP 12 top classic coast experiences 4museums ▼ From eighteenth century house museums to two car museums, a 12 living history farm and museum, a lighthouse museum and more, take your pick and immerse ocean drive yourself. Think: 10 miles of commanding coast- line meets one winding road. Start your journey just off historic Bellevue1 Avenue and continue along the drive for an undeniably tranquil journey. trolley tours Warning: May cause severe relaxation. Nearly 400 years of history leaves a lot to look at in its wake. From some of the oldest buildings in the country to breathtaking classic coast experiences mansions architecture and sweeping ocean 5 Experience life of high society in views, travel between sites turn-of-the-century America inside the and centuries aboard an iconic 2 meticulously maintained former sum- old-fashioned trolley. mer “cottages” of America’s wealthiest. From a 70-room Italian-renaissance style palazzo to the first home run on electricity without a back-up, it’s like nothing you’ve ever seen – we promise. 6outdoors cliff walk There’s something transcendent There’s a reason people travel from about being outdoors on the coast. A all over to experience Newport’s pantheon of hiking trails, invigorating 3.5-mile Cliff Walk. It’s where harbor cruises, a bike path along the the serenity of salt air and the bay that’ll leave you feeling brand new familiar sound of crashing waves – all infused with a side of sea breeze. collides with the awe of Gilded Age architecture. It’s also where total 3 ▲ invigoration meets utter relief. more “A harbor tour/fishing trip. You can understand why people have been local coming here for generations when you see how beautiful it is from the water. love And catching a fish is an exhilarating experience!” ▲ Don’t just take our word for GEREMIE CALLAGHAN it. Find out what the locals Owner, Fluke Newport love to share when guests visit The Classic Coast. “Storer Park. It’s the perfect backdrop “The lawn at Castle to close out the day. When blue, Hill Inn. A stunning orange and gray skies coalesce and view enjoying a the Newport bridge illuminates, the cocktail while the words ‘picture perfect’ do no justice.” ▲ kids run around.” FIND OUT BRENTAN DEBYSINGH MORE ➧ PAUL NUNES ▲ Manager, Marketing & Communications Owner, Newport Vineyards DiscoverNewport.org 4 International Tennis Hall of Fame 5 top 12 TOP 12 10coastal communities ▼ Discover the understated magic that dwells in each coastal community that together comprise the Classic Coast. Explore the oldest topiary garden in the stroll downtown U.S. in Portsmouth, or the 325-acre bird Wander downtown along cobble- sanctuary in neighboring Middletown, or stone paths lined with a mix of 7 Beavertail State Park that rests at the local boutiques, exquisite galleries, southernmost tip of Jamestown. award-winning eateries, eclectic artisans and so much more. eat local A bowl of killer clam chowder after a day in the sun. A platter of oysters hauled from 11 classic coast experiences local waters. Catch of the day wineries+breweries served over a menagerie of Settle into an Adirondack chair as warm fresh, straight-from-the-farm light settles over rolling vines with an offerings. This Classic Coast is 8 aromatic glass of local wine as your nothing if not a culinary oasis. company. Or savor a glass of craft beer brewed with locally-grown ingredients. This is where your senses indulge. 12 festivals christmas in This is the place where 13 acres of sail- newport boats dot the harbor like clockwork each Come Christmas, the historic charm year for the International Boat Show. of the Classic Coast transforms Where one million daffodils bloom come into a scintillating wonderland each April for the Newport Daffodil Days of twinkling lights and evergreen Festival. Where legendary musicians take aplenty. Experience festive events the stage at The Newport Folk & Jazz throughout December as part of the Festivals. It’s also the place where warm 9 memories are made. Christmas in Newport celebration. “Ocean Drive. A wonderful scenic local drive that holds a wide array of historic sights...Castle Hill lighthouse, mansions and secret beaches.” love ▲ MIKE RICHARDSON Owner, Anchor Bend Glassworks “The International Tennis Hall of Fame is such a treasure, one of a kind with FIND OUT all the amazing history. “Bristol. An unadulterated New MORE ➧ It’s fun, interesting and England seaside town with great interactive for both young examples of 18th- and 19th-century and old.” living. Doable in less than a day!” ▲ ALICE BOUMAN ▲ TREE CALLANAN General Manager, Vanderbilt Director of Communications and Visitor Experience, Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum DiscoverNewport.org 6 7 5 1 Newport Music Festival 2 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade 3 International Polo Series 4 Newport Burger Bender 5 Newport Restaurant Week 6 Newport Flower Show annual events 7 Hall of Fame Open ▼ 2019 8 Newport Craft Beer Festival events 1 ▲ january calendar 2019 1 Newport Polar Bear Plunge 19-25 Newport Wellness Week 2 ▲ february 15-24 Newport Winter Festival 15-24 Newport Burger Bender ▲ march 3 Newport Bridal Show 1-31 Newport Irish Heritage Month 6 16 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade ▲ april 1-May 31 Gateway to Spring at Blithewold Mansion 5-14 Newport Restaurant Week/Spring 13-21 Newport Daffodil Days Festival 20 Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch at Rosecliff 20-26 Newport Arboretum Week 27 Newport Craft Beer Festival 7 ▲ may 17-19 Newport Oyster Festival 3 ▲ june 1-Sept 28 International Polo Series 4 7-8 British Motor Car Festival TBA CVS Health Charity Classic 21-23 Newport Flower Show ▲ july 4 Bristol Fourth of July Parade 4-28 Newport Music Festival 8-13 12 Metre World Championship 11-14 Newport-Shimoda Sister City Celebration 14-21 Hall of Fame Open 26-28 Newport Folk Festival FIND OUT 29-Aug 1 Bridgefest/Newport 8 MORE DiscoverNewport.org more ▲ 8 9 1 Newport Jazz Festival. OpenOpen Year-RounYear-Roundd ••NewNew Exhibits Exhibits 2 Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival. 3 Newport International Boat Show. Open Year-Round • New Exhibits 2019 4 Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair. events 5 Christmas at the Newport Mansions. 1 THE THE LEGENDSTHE LEGENDS 2 LEGENDSOF OF TENNISOF ▲ august TENNIS 2-4 Newport Jazz Festival 3 TENNIS 9-11 Black Ships Festival, Bristol ▲ september 12-15 Newport International Boat Show 19-22 Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival ▲ october 3-6 Audrain’s Newport Concours & Motor Week 5-6 Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair 11-14 Rogue Island Comedy Festival 4 19-20 Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival november + ▲ december 5 Nov 1-10 Newport Restaurant Week/Fall Nov 22-Jan 2 Christmas at the Newport Mansions Nov 29-Jan 1 Christmas at Blithewold Mansion Dec 1-31 Christmas in Newport 194 Bellevue Avenue Newport, Rhode Island This is a sampling of our events roster. 401.849.3990 Visit DiscoverNewport.org/events for a 194194 Bellevue Bellevue Avenue Avenue complete listing of events throughout our nine coastal communities. tennisfame.comNewport,Newport, Rhode Rhode Island Island Subject to change. 401.849.3990401.849.3990 10 tennisfame.comtennisfame.com 11 mansions Time-honored and timeless: Step into the former things do to “summer cottages” of ▼ America’s wealthiest. mansions 1 2 3 4 5 Enormous facades and jaw-dropping, decadent interiors comprise the Newport Mansions, the former summer “cottages” of America’s elite during the Gilded Age. Experience how the other half lived during the 19th century 6 when you step inside. Note: It’s okay to pretend you own one for the afternoon. 1 The Breakers, summer home of the Vanderbilt family and largest of the Newport mansions. 2 Experience an audio tour of The Breakers, offered in several languages. 3 The Marble House, boasting 500,000 cubic sq. ft. of marble. Grand staircase at The Elms. FIND OUT 4 MORE ➧ 5 Rosecliff on Bellevue Avenue. 6 Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol. DiscoverNewport.org 12 13 Belcourt of Newport Hunter House belcourt.com Newport newportmansions.org (401) 847-1000 Newport Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
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