Courtney’s Guidebook

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Courtney’s Guidebook

Sightseeing

This 3.5 mile (5.6 km) path will bring you alongside some of the Newport Mansions and provide stunning views of land and sea. The beginning section at First Beach is easier to traverse because it is paved.
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Cliff walk
117 Memorial Blvd
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This 3.5 mile (5.6 km) path will bring you alongside some of the Newport Mansions and provide stunning views of land and sea. The beginning section at First Beach is easier to traverse because it is paved.
Two hundred and forty two acres of land provide safe haven to migratory birds, and for humans, there are nature trails, viewing platforms, and plenty of fishing spots.
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Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge
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Two hundred and forty two acres of land provide safe haven to migratory birds, and for humans, there are nature trails, viewing platforms, and plenty of fishing spots.
This section of Memorial Boulevard is flanked by Easton's pond on one side and a 3/4 mile (1.2km) stretch of Atlantic-facing beachfront on the other. The Cliff Walk beings at the westmost side of the beach.
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Истонс-Бич
175 Memorial Blvd
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This section of Memorial Boulevard is flanked by Easton's pond on one side and a 3/4 mile (1.2km) stretch of Atlantic-facing beachfront on the other. The Cliff Walk beings at the westmost side of the beach.

City/town information

Heading into downtown Newport? There are tons of restaurants and shops at your disposal down on the wharfs at Thames Street (~2.5 miles [4km] away). History buff or love architecture? Newport is renowned for their mansions: The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, and more! Sticking to the great outdoors? Check out the State Parks nearby (Brenton and Fort Adams).
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Newport
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Heading into downtown Newport? There are tons of restaurants and shops at your disposal down on the wharfs at Thames Street (~2.5 miles [4km] away). History buff or love architecture? Newport is renowned for their mansions: The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, and more! Sticking to the great outdoors? Check out the State Parks nearby (Brenton and Fort Adams).
Middletown is located in the 'middle' of Aquidneck Island, sandwiched between Portsmouth to the north, and Newport, to the south. Close enough to all the action of Newport (less than a 10 minute drive to Thames Street!), but far enough to have more seascapes than cityscapes.
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Middletown
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Middletown is located in the 'middle' of Aquidneck Island, sandwiched between Portsmouth to the north, and Newport, to the south. Close enough to all the action of Newport (less than a 10 minute drive to Thames Street!), but far enough to have more seascapes than cityscapes.

Food scene

A Rhode Island staple since 1948; delicious frozen lemonade. There's often a Del's lemonade stand at the beach, but there is a dedicated Del's shop in Middletown. They're often cash only.
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Del's Lemonade
729 W Main Rd
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A Rhode Island staple since 1948; delicious frozen lemonade. There's often a Del's lemonade stand at the beach, but there is a dedicated Del's shop in Middletown. They're often cash only.
Their motto is, 'Good grub, good beer, good vibes', and with a menu including hand cut fries, burgers, hot dogs & falafel, I'm inclined to agree.
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Mission
58 Aquidneck Avenue
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Their motto is, 'Good grub, good beer, good vibes', and with a menu including hand cut fries, burgers, hot dogs & falafel, I'm inclined to agree.
Casual modern Mexican cuisine including burritos, tortas, tacos, salads, quesadillas, and an extensive cocktail list. Vegan options available.
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Diego's Bario Cantina
116 Aquidneck Ave
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Casual modern Mexican cuisine including burritos, tortas, tacos, salads, quesadillas, and an extensive cocktail list. Vegan options available.
Established in 1936, this no frills seasonal seafood joint boasts award winning food. Their menu ranges from chowder & clam cakes, raw bar selections, burgers & dogs, seafood dinners, and even Friday night prime rib.
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Flo's Clam Shack
4 Wave Ave
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Established in 1936, this no frills seasonal seafood joint boasts award winning food. Their menu ranges from chowder & clam cakes, raw bar selections, burgers & dogs, seafood dinners, and even Friday night prime rib.

Where the Locals Go

Seasonal fresh fruits (you can even pick-your-own!) and veggies, soft serve ice cream, delicious prepared foods, farmer's market, and even a café; plenty to love at Sweet Berry. **Open from May - Dec 25
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Sweet Berry Farm
915 Mitchell's Ln
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Seasonal fresh fruits (you can even pick-your-own!) and veggies, soft serve ice cream, delicious prepared foods, farmer's market, and even a café; plenty to love at Sweet Berry. **Open from May - Dec 25

Festival

Rain or shine event celebrating music, food, and crafts. As there are beer gardens, etc., the event seems more tailored for adults. Notable people/groups that have played at the Folk Festival in the past include: Bob Dylan, Pixies, Mumford & Sons, Regina Spektor, Kacey Musgraves, Dolly Parton, and more.
Newport Folk Festival
Rain or shine event celebrating music, food, and crafts. As there are beer gardens, etc., the event seems more tailored for adults. Notable people/groups that have played at the Folk Festival in the past include: Bob Dylan, Pixies, Mumford & Sons, Regina Spektor, Kacey Musgraves, Dolly Parton, and more.

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Navigating Parking

Summertime is a little difficult to find parking, especially the closer you get towards downtown Newport. Be careful of areas where you can only park if you have a permit.
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Newport Bridge

It's a toll bridge! $4/car