Amy & Jon

We have arranged three hotel blocks in Newport:
1. Newport Harbor Hotel
2. Hotel Viking
3. Castle Hill Inn

We will be providing complimentary trolley service to and from these locations for wedding events over the course of the weekend.

If you choose to seek alternate accommodations, we suggest choosing something in close proximity to one of these three hotels so that you may still partake in the trolley service.

Our hotel blocks are now full, but rooms may still be available at each hotel's current seasonal rates. We have also provided a list of additional recommended hotels below.

Additional Hotel Suggestions in Newport:
— Brick Market Lofts (2-3 Bedrooms)
— Outlook Inn
— Chart House Inn
— Serenity Inn
— The Inns on Bellevue
— Paw on Pelham
— The Crow’s Nest
— AirBnb

If you have any questions about accommodations please don't hesitate to reach out to Amy or Jon!

FROM NEW YORK CITY
Driving is the most efficient way to get from NYC to Newport (and leaving between rush hours certainly helps!), but there are public transportation options as well.
  •  By Car: 3 - 5 hour drive. (Leaving Brooklyn at 5am to avoid traffic, Amy has done the drive in 3 hours flat).
  •  By Train: Amtrak can be taken to either Providence or Kingston, Rhode Island. Buses are available at both stations for transfer to Newport, trains to Newport are available from Providence only (4.5 - 5.5 hours).

FROM LONG ISLAND
We recommend driving onto one of the north shore ferries, rather than driving around through New York City.

  •  Port Jefferson Ferry: 2 - 2.5 hour drive from Bridgeport.
  •  Orient Point Ferry: 1 - 1.5 hour drive from New London.

If you wish not to drive beyond Long Island, there is the long, albeit scenic option of parking at Orient Point and taking two ferry connections: Orient Point to New London, New London to Block Island, Block Island directly to Newport Harbor.

FROM FURTHER AFAR
There are several international and domestic airports in the northeast that allow for access to Newport.
  •  Providence Airport (PVD): The closest airport to Newport and Rhode Island's international hub. We recommend either a car rental or taking a 30-45 minute taxi into town ($80 - $100). Trains and buses are available for transfer through Providence (2 - 2.5 hours).
  •  Boston's Logan Airport (BOS): Either a 1.5 - 2.5 hour drive, or connect to Boston's South Station for a train to Providence; transfer there for the train to Newport (3 - 3.5 hours).
  • Newark Liberty (EWR): Take the AirTrain to Newark Penn Station; Amtrak can be taken to either Providence or Kingston, Rhode Island. Buses are available at both stations for transfer to Newport, trains available from Providence (5.5 - 6.5 hours).
  •  LGA, JFK, ISP or BDL: Transfer can be made via train, bus or taxi to New York Penn Station for Amtrak. For travel by rental car from NYC or Long Island, please see directions above (2 hour drive from BDL).

WALK: While downtown Newport is very walkable, alternate transportation may be needed if you wish to explore other parts of Aquidneck Island; Ocean Drive, Cliff Walk, Sachuest Point, etc.

BIKE: All of the hotels we have blocks at offer complimentary bike rentals. We highly recommend a scenic morning ride along Bellevue Avenue and Ocean Drive!

UBER: Uber and Lyft are both available in Newport, but our experience is that they aren't as reliable as in major cities. Plan to wait up to 15 minutes for a car and to experience further delays as well as increased costs at peak times and throughout weekends.

DRIVING: Newport has a plethora of pay-to-park lots and metered city parking options, but they can fill up quite quickly — especially on busy weekends like ours. We recommend only driving when necessary or doing so earlier in the day when parking will be more readily available.

SCOOTERS: If biking isn't your thing but you still want to tour around town, there are scooters for rent by the hour at several locations! Trip Advisor's 10 Best Scooter Rentals 

Clark Cooke House — Picturesque 18th-century edifice offering plenty in the way of classic New England food and drink. Reserve well in advance.

The Red Parrot — Casual but lively bar scene with a bar menu to match, with everything from pizza to surf and turf.

The Black Pearl — Bar and restaurant with nautical decor, famed chowder and a busy patio nestled in the heart of Bowen's Wharf.

Benjamin's — Cozy, casual tri-level steak and seafood restaurant with a raw bar, cocktails and views of the harbor.

The Mooring — Take in the Narragansett Bay views at this upscale seafood destination with outdoor dining and a fantastic Lobster Roll.

White Horse Tavern — Farm-to-table American cuisine and history-inspired rum drinks in a historic setting dating back to 1673.

Gilded Age Mansions — Take a self-guided tour through the legendary Gilded Age properties along Bellevue Avenue. At the Breakers, we recommend picking up a copy of the kids' guide; who doesn't love a good scavenger hunt!?

Cliff Walk — For a leisurely stroll between the ocean and the back yards of the mansions, begin your journey at Memorial Boulevard. For a more rocky and adventurous route, begin at Bailey's Beach (this path only recommended for the sure-footed!). 

Audrain Museum — "The museum, with access to collections containing over 350 cars and motorcycles ranging from brass era pre-War cars to Supercars of the 2000s, displays three or four fresh and thematic exhibits each year to entertain all generations!"

Hiking in Aquidneck Island — From light and leisurely scenic walks along the coastline to moderately intense trails in picturesque New England forests, here are some spots to get outdoors in and around Newport.

Bike Ocean Drive — The round trip journey from town is a hilly 7-10 miles, depending on the route, but the views and the scenery more than make up for the effort. For a shorter ride, first drive your bikes over to Brenton State Park and begin from there.

Sailing Excursions — This is just one of the many sailing excursion companies setting off from Newport's many wharfs. From classic wooden ships to modern sailing lessons, anything is possible if the weather allows.

Historical Boat Tours — For a less thrilling jaunt at sea, we recommend taking one of the several historical boat tours setting off across Narragansett Harbor.

Shopping — Newport is chock full of antique shops, local artisans, specialty shops and a plethora of bars and restaurants. We recommend wandering up and down Thames Street and then finishing up at Bowen's Wharf.

Golf — There are several private and public golf courses in Newport, Aquidneck Island, Jamestown and nearby in Providence. Whatever your pleasure, we recommend booking well in advance!

It was announced that the Volvo Ocean Race will be stopping in Newport in May of 2023; the 5th of 9 stopovers in their race around the world, and the only port in the United States. 

While our Wedding Ceremony will be taking place during the Newport In-Harbor Race on Saturday the 20th, there are still other race-related events you can visit while you're in town.

Fort Adams State Park will host the pop-up (more like takeover!) Race Village. See the boats up close, learn about the sport, and maybe even meet some of the racers! About an hour walk from town; a short Uber or bike ride; ferry service.

Newport is as charming as its weather can be unpredictable. A calm, sunny afternoon can quickly turn into a chilly squall. If we're lucky, we may likely see warm and sunny afternoons in the low 70's, but when the sun sets you might find yourself grabbing for a winter coat — or at least a good jacket over a cozy sweater — especially if the coastal wind picks up.

Our key packing recommendations are to check the forecast and to pack layers! Even if the outlook is fantastic, you'll be glad that you came to Newport prepared.