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 Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Staff was helpful and understanding while navigating some rough spots in our reservation.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Atlantic Beach Hotel Newport
This property is so convenient, with a view of the Ocean, and two restaurants next door. It is near the beginning of Newport's Cliffwalk and a 5 minute drive into Newport. The price point is more than reasonable. I would definitely return here for a third time.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
The staff was very nice, the rooms were clean, and the bar and breakfast was a bonus ! I like having a bar on site and a place to eat breakfast .
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
Everything was great for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Wayfinder Newport
Very clean and a short drive to the water
Reviewed on 30 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 Head's Beach and Conanicut Island Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
