Best 96 things to do in Newport, RI

See Hartford’s skyline from the air on a 45-minute helicopter tour

See Block Island and its offshore wind farm from the air

Low-level flight and high-altitude views over Block Island

Learn to surf with two instructors and personalized coaching

Learn to surf together with dedicated coaching for your private group

Build surf skills with coaching tailored to your pace and goals

See Newport’s mansions, Ocean Drive, and waterfront on a narrated open-air ride

Explore Newport's coastal landmarks and step inside The Breakers by open-air trolley

Sail Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay on a quick, family-friendly morning cruise

A private harbor sail with landmark views as daylight fades

Enjoy a fully private BYOB cruise with music, swimming, and photo ops aboard a spacious party boat.

Private bay party cruise with music, floats, and swim time

Private Newport shark fishing charter for up to 6 people

Private 9-hour fluke and sea bass fishing charter in Newport for up to 6

Target local inshore species with light tackle from Newport

Tailor a private charter to inshore or offshore fishing in Newport

Fish Rhode Island’s fall tautog grounds with a heated cabin onboard

Chase tuna and pelagic species off Newport

Pedal or e-bike to GroundSwell Cafe on a relaxed group ride

Learn to design, build, and repair sails in a hands-on two-day class

Sail a 42-foot boat to an island while you build skills with an instructor

Cruise Providence waterways with a curated Gooseneck Vineyards tasting

Ride an open-air boat through Providence WaterFire

Celebrate Father’s Day on a 50-minute narrated Providence River cruise