Historic Hill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Newport. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Touro Synagogue
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at Touro Synagogue. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Newport Mansions
You can study the exhibits at Newport Mansions, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

The Breakers
Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at The Breakers. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Thames Street
Stroll down this historic thoroughfare that runs parallel to Newport’s waterfront and check out the heritage façades, cozy pubs and great cafés.

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.
Things to do

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)

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 Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Historic Hill

Hotel Viking
The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was warm and inviting yet elegant. It was walking distance to all of the downtown activities that we enjoy and also to the Cliffwalk. We enjoyed everything about our stay! We will definitely visit again!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Mill Street Inn
Breakfast was amazing!!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Serenity Inn Newport
Clean, self check in, up to date and fresh rooms. Centrally located to shopping and dining and both on site and overflow parking. Very nice stay would recommend.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Paws on Pelham
Just amazing. Will be back!!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Entire Charming Victorian Home Downtown Newport
Place was great.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Staff was helpful and understanding while navigating some rough spots in our reservation.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Hill

Downtown Newport
If you're spending some time in Downtown Newport, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Yachting Village
If you're spending some time in Yachting Village, Thames Street and Newport Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Top of the Hill
If you're spending some time in Top of the Hill, Easton's Beach and Newport Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Off Broadway
While visiting Off Broadway, you might make a stop by sights like Firehouse Theater and Ocean Drive Historic District.

The Point
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in The Point. You might want to make time for a stop at Newport Ferry Terminal or Newport Harbour.

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.
