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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 West Ferry
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
We were in the area for a wedding and this was the perfect central location between the venue in Portsmouth and all the attractions in Newport. The included breakfast was amazing as well as all of the staff. The pool in the photos isn’t a thing yet (there’s construction happening in the backyard ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Newport Harbor Island Resort
I liked the room decor and the bathroom. I did not like so much that the room was near the elevator and also you could hear the noise from the bar when it was music bingo night.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hammetts Hotel
Great location. Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
Clean rooms and good breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
The bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. The AC in our room also did not work resulting in a very hot night. Otherwise, the room was very clean and nice views.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
Beautiful hotel. Clean and friendly staff. Near many attractions. My family enjoyed the stay
Reviewed on 2 Apr 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 Conanicut Island Sanctuary and Naval War College Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
