Fifth Ward Travel Guide
Newport
Visit Fifth Ward
Popular places to visit
Fort Adams State Park
Make your way through eerie tunnels and climb to stunning vantage points at this historic 19th-century fortress overlooking a grassy foreshore and the mouth of Newport Harbor.
Newport Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Fifth Ward with a trip to Newport Harbour. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's sunsets.
Castle Hill Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Castle Hill Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
Brenton Point State Park
See the sheltered waters of Narragansett Bay meet the surging Atlantic Ocean from this park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island.
Castle Hill Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Hill Beach during your trip to Newport?
Gooseberry Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gooseberry Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport.
Things to do
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Newport's Opulent Gilded Age Homes: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
Newport Colonial History: A Self-Guided Tour Off the Beaten Path
Top hotels in Fifth Ward
Castle Hill Inn
It’s great to spend time in the beach house and beach cottage. Getting to fall asleep to waves crashing and wake to the sun rising over the ocean is a special experience. And the service by staff is just exceptional. The food is wonderful as well. We love coming here and coming back.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
OceanCliff Hotel
Great location. And beautiful hotel!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Wellington Resort
Great spot!!!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Oceancliff Resort I & II
Everything was on incredible!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Drew was great!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward
Ocean Drive
You'll enjoy the cafes and live music in Ocean Drive. You might want to make time for a stop at Castle Hill Beach or Castle Hill Lighthouse.
Yachting Village
If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Bellevue Avenue Historic District
Bellevue Avenue Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Breakers and Rosecliff while in the area.
Cliff Walk
Unique features of Cliff Walk include the beaches and gardens. Make a stop by Rosecliff or The Breakers while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Hill
If you're spending some time in Historic Hill, International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum and Touro Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.
