West Ferry Travel Guide
Jamestown
Visit West Ferry
Popular places to visit
Beavertail State Park
Enjoy a trip to Beavertail State Park and popular activities such as boating in Jamestown. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Beavertail Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Jamestown when you take a trip to Beavertail Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Mackerel Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mackerel Cove during your travels in Jamestown. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Fort Wetherill State Park
Stand on the high granite bluffs of this scenic state park and former defense battery to check out stunning coastal views and spot yachts and ships sailing by.
Jamestown Windmill
Appreciate the steadfast architecture of this 18th-century structure standing high on a hilltop in the heart of Conanicut Island and learn about its antique technology.
Head's Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Head's Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jamestown. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Newport: Schooner Sailing Tour
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (Age 8+)
Scenic Newport and Cliff Walk GPS-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Ferry
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
"Place needs an overhaul and upgrade. Very thin walls hearing everything next door. Plumbing needs to be upgraded as well. Rusty water in the shower"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
"Excellent stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
"I’ve stayed here multiple times and always find it clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
"nicely appointed resort. The shuttle service made it easy to get to the wharfs."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
"Property is a great location and the room was amazing. Only comments I had was when we checked in there was a half coffee left in the room that we threw out. Additionally, for the price there should be eggs and breakfast sausage or something for the breakfast. There were catering pans set up but ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
"This hotel was extremely clean, well maintained, staff was nice other guest were nice. I would stay here again"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Ferry
Shoreby Hill
While visiting Shoreby Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Jamestown Fire Memorial Museum and Dutch Island.
The Dumplings
If you're spending some time in The Dumplings, Fort Wetherill State Park and Fort Weatherill are top sights worth seeing.
Jamestown Shores
When in Jamestown Shores, you can plan a visit to Naval War College Museum and North Kingston Town Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
