Five Touring Suggestions for Newport, Rhode Island

What to see and do in Newport, Rhode Island.

1. Take a tour.

Tour the 11 historic homes and landscapes of the Newport Mansions, which are located on more than 80 acres and span more than 250 years of American History, including the colonial, Victorian and gilded ages. The chance to see the Breakers all dressed for a Christmas concert is the chance of a lifetime.

2. Explore the island.

Explore the island’s beauty on the Cliff Walk, a 3.5- mile publicly accessible walkway along Newport’s coastline that winds past some of the island’s most historic sites.

3. Go Sailing.

“Take a sail on some of the oldest competitive racing boats or get a chance to see the new America’s Cup boats, up close and personal.

4. Relax on Newport's beaches.

5. Have a cocktail.

Stop in at the Black Pearl on Newport’s waterfront. Grab a Dark n' Stormy, then sit and watch the world go by.

Excerpted from the April/May/June 2013 Andrew Harper Traveler Magazine