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Dh and I will be spending a week in Newport RI at Wyndham Inn on the Harbor, before proceeding to NYC for a week. I've never been to Newport, so I have a few questions.

I think we are going to fly into Providence and then get to Newport from there. I hadn't planning on renting a car, but dh thinks we might want one. My questions are:

- Without a car what is the best way to get from the Providence airport to Newport?
- Without a car what is the best way to get from Newport to the Amtrak station in Providence?
- It looks like a lot of Newport is very walkable, are there places we would need a car?
- If we do want a car would it be better to just rent one for a day or two?

Any other suggestions would be wonderful. We'll be there the beginning of October.

TIA
 

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There are lots of great things to see and do in Providence Rhode Island.

If you would like to receive a Providence Visitor Information packet or
view the Visitor Guide online... Google go providence or click on the link below


The City of Newport is located approximately 37 mi south-east of Providence,
 

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There are several ways to get from Providence to Newport
" Bus, Taxi, Car or Towncar Rental and Seastreak Ferry "


Newport Mansions

The Breakers, Chateau-sur-Mer, Chepstow, The Elms, Green Animals Topiary Garden, Hunter House, Isaac Bell House, Kingscote, Marble House, and Rosecliff.

Consider becoming a member of The Preservation Society of Newport County.
One membership card granting free & unlimited admission to regular tours for one year saving you money over purchasing tickets separately

 

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What a great time of year to visit Newport! The mass crowds are gone, but everything is still up and running.

Yes, providence will be your best option for airport and you will have plenty of shopping, dining, tours within walking distance. But, with that said...being that you need transportation to/from the airport I would suggest a car as there are many great things to do that are just a bit outside of walking distance or just a short drive away.

If you happen to be or are traveling with a car enthusiast a must for your trip will be Audrains Concours and Auto week which runs from Oct 1-4th this year.

This is a great site for you to checkout: https://www.discovernewport.org/
Also, keep an eye on Groupon deals...there can be some very good ones once the summer passes.

What are your interest, I'm local and can certainly point you in a few directions.
 

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What a great time of year to visit Newport! The mass crowds are gone, but everything is still up and running.

Yes, providence will be your best option for airport and you will have plenty of shopping, dining, tours within walking distance. But, with that said...being that you need transportation to/from the airport I would suggest a car as there are many great things to do that are just a bit outside of walking distance or just a short drive away.

If you happen to be or are traveling with a car enthusiast a must for your trip will be Audrains Concours and Auto week which runs from Oct 1-4th this year.

This is a great site for you to checkout: https://www.discovernewport.org/
Also, keep an eye on Groupon deals...there can be some very good ones once the summer passes.

What are your interest, I'm local and can certainly point you in a few directions.
Thanks! The Audrains Concours sounds fun. Some years back we went to the Concours d' Elegance at Pebble Beach and had a great time.

Our main interests are museums, both art and history, just walking around town and eating. :)
 

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You're welcome. The previous link provided really does a good job of all things Newport. Here are a couple other places that may be of interest and only a short drive away


This is also a great resource for all things mansions: https://www.newportmansions.org/

As far as food goes, there is ALOT right outside your door and within walking distance. In general, I find all the restaurants in Newport are pricey.
A bunch of independent restaurants have come together to form: https://www.newportrestaurantgroup.com/ Sign up for their newsletter. They often run special events.

I have done a few food tours in Newport and Providence and have always found them fun. Way too much food.....but a nice way to explore.
 
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