Newport

城市概覽

One of the largest cities in the future United States during colonial times, Newport's decline in the early 19th century is good news for today's visitors, who can experience one of the nation's largest collections of intact colonial architecture; had Newport followed the same path as its former peer cities, its historic buildings might have been razed decades or even centuries ago. But Newport is even more well known for another historical period: the Gilded Age of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when some of America's most prominent families built eye-popping summer homes, which they called "cottages," along the waterfront. Many of the mansions are now open for tours. Newport is also known for hosting many popular festivals, including the Newport Folk Festival and the Newport Jazz Festival. Cobblestone streets and brick sidewalks accent an upscale touristy downtown area with many shops, galleries and great restaurants, all located near the water. Newport sits on the southern end of Aquidneck Island and features several fine beaches, rocky cliffs and much history including an old fort.

Visitor information Newport Visitors Center, 21 Long Wharf Mall, ☏ +1 401-845-9130, [email protected]. Jul-Oct: 10AM-5PM, daily. Nov-Dec: Th-M 10AM-4PM. (updated Dec 2022)

Climate

The summer weather generally calls for shorts, short sleeves, and swimsuits. Newport is also surrounded by water you might want to pack a sweatshirt for the night time because it can get a bit cool. Be sure to bring an umbrella with you because Newport is not exactly invincible to rain. It would also be a great time to break out your sunglasses because the summer is the sun's favorite season. The average heat index in the summer months is around 81 °F (27 °C) during the day and 66 °F (19 °C) at night. Periods of high heat and humidity in the summer can raise heat indices to 92 °F (33 °C) or higher, with nighttime lows around 72 °F (22 °C) on such sweltering days.

如何抵達

By car To get into Newport, or anywhere on Aquidneck Island, you can take one of three bridges: the Claiborne Pell Bridge (known by many locals as the Newport Bridge), from Jamestown, the Sakonnet River Bridge, from Tiverton, or the Mount Hope Bridge, from Bristol.

By plane T.F. Green Airport (PVD IATA) in Warwick offers many low cost and regular flights to many cities in the United States. It is about 45 minutes away. Boston's Logan Airport (BOS IATA) is much larger and is generally used for most international flights. It is 1 hour 35 minutes away. Newport State Airport (NPT IATA). 4 miles northeast of downtown (11 minute drive) on the border with Middletown; this airport is small and does not offer commercial flights.

By bus RIPTA runs an express bus service from Providence every 30 minutes.

By ferry Block Island Ferry runs multiple ferries daily from Block Island and Fall River. From Providence, Seastreak Ferries offers four daily round trips with a journey time of just under one hour. Additionally, Jamestown and Newport Ferry offers a more leisurely trip from Jamestown, just across the bay and islands in between.

Block Island Ferry, 39 America’s Cup Ave (Perrotti Park), ☏ +1 401-783-7996. May-Oct. Hi-Speed ferry service to and from Block Island. Travel time is about 60 minutes. Light snacks and full bar available on board. This is the tourist class, in season ferry. If you need to get to Block Island in the winter, visit the Point Judith terminal in Narragansett. $26, child $13, bikes $6-12. (updated Dec 2022) Seastreak, 39 America's Cup Ave (Perrotti Park), toll-free: +1-800-BOATRIDE (26287433). Jun-Oct daily. Connects Newport with Providence via Bristol, travel time is about 60 minutes. Light snacks and full bar available on board. Bike racks and covered waiting area in the waiting area. $12, children and seniors $6. (updated Dec 2022)

By private boat If travelling on a private boat, there are many marinas in Newport harbor that offer dock sp

當地交通

Newport is a great town to walk or ride a bike in. Visitors will quickly notice others using bikes, scooters, and mopeds to circumvent city traffic. Many restaurants and shops are packed into the harbor area, which is perfect for walking, especially on a cool summer night.

By car Parking your car can get pretty difficult at certain times of the year, which is another benefit of walking. If you decide to take your car downtown, there are various locations that have parking meters. The meters take only quarters (15 minutes) and dimes (5 minutes), and allow you to park for 3 hours. In addition to meters, there are many parking lots that charge around 15-30 dollars for parking.

By public transit RIPTA (Rhode Island Public Transit Authority), 23 America's Cup Ave (Newport Transportation Center), ☏ +1 401 781-9400. Roughly 5AM-10PM, varies depending on route. Although RIPTA primarily serves Providence, there are several routes here that visitors and tourists may find helpful. All routes will stop at Newport Transportation Center. Bus #64 connects with Kingston station, while #67 serves many of the mansions on tourist checklists. Bus #63 is great for locals, #60 connects directly to Providence via Bristol, and #14 connects across the far side of the bay; stopping at Wickford station and connecting with TG Green Airport before arriving at Providence.The #68 will take you to First Beach. Buses run about once an hour, with the more popular routes running every 30 minutes. $2. (updated May 2023)

By taxi Orange Cab, ☏ +1 401 841-0030. (updated May 2023)

By bike and moped Newport Pedicab, ☏ +1 401 432-5498. 10AM-2AM daily May-Sep. Eco-friendly and safe, these pedicabs everywhere during the summer. You can find groups of them waiting for customers throughout Newport. You decide. Be sure to tip. (updated May 2023) Scooter World, 12 Christies Landing, ☏ +1 401 619-1349. 9AM-7PM daily. Bikes $10/hr, scooters $40/hr, exotic rentals more. Discounts for multiple hour

必看景點

1 Newport Cliff Walk, ☏ +1 401-845-5544. Sunrise-sunset daily. Dedicated in 1975, this 3.5 mi (5.6 km) public access walkway is a beautiful walk, and two-thirds of the trail is easy walking for all ages. The cliff walk offers some of the most beautiful views in New England, and wildlife can be seen throughout. Along the way you'll get a peek at several the famous Newport Mansions. Be sure to look out for the Forty Steps; an amazing staircase leading into the ocean below. During Newport's Golden Age, the steps were a gathering place for servants and workers from the nearby mansions. Here they would hold weekend dances and play the Irish songs and music that reminded them of home. The bottom of the steps are also safe for swimmers, runners and walkers alike. To walk the trail, start at Newport's First Beach and follow the coast to Ocean Drive. While walking, watch out for poison ivy. Additionally, some portions of the walk drop off steeply into the water, rocks can be slippery, and the path is not