Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in , Washington County

August 14, 2021 Brain Ambrose

Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Napatree Point, Rhode Island Bay Cruises, Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island, Narragansett Beach, The Towers, Watch Hill Merry Go Round & Beach, Roger W. Wheeler State Beach, Smith's Castle, Westerly Library & Wilcox Park, Block Island Ferry.
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1. Napatree Point

Fort Road, Westerly, RI 02891 +1 401-348-2500 http://www.rifamiliesinnature.org/2015/08/18/napatree-point-conservation-area/
Excellent
80%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 144 reviews

Napatree Point

Watch Hill bird sanctuary.

Reviewed By Davidcarmytraveler - Coventry, United States

We came for Memorial Day and got there about 10:30. Thankfully it wasn’t very crowded. You pass the watch hill yacht club and walk over the dunes and drop down on to this beautiful beach. It goes way out into the water and has beach on both sides. There are great views of the watch hill light house and all the boats. It’s the only place we have been that you can play on the dunes. There isn’t much public parking so go early. 2 hours free on the street and 2 hours free in the shopping parking lot; or spend 20-30 dollars for all day in the paid lot. This is a must visit beach in RI, off season or now during covid is probably the best time to go.

2. Rhode Island Bay Cruises

1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, RI 02852-7426 +1 401-295-4040 [email protected] http://rhodeislandbaycruises.com
Excellent
83%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 790 reviews

Rhode Island Bay Cruises

Rhode Island Lighthouses & Newport Harbor Tours Take a narrated cruise past 10 Rhode Island Lighthouses in Narragansett Bay along with a complete Newport Harbor Tour. This 30 mile cruise also takes you past 10 beautiful islands, under the breathtaking Jamestown & Newport Bridges, past mansions, historic Fort Adams and many other famous Rhode Island sights. Whether you live in Rhode Island or are here on vacation, Rhode Island Bay Cruises will provide you and your guests with the best way to see Narragansett Bay! There is no other sightseeing cruise like it in New England!

3. Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island

63 Canal St, Westerly, RI 02891-1552 +1 401-315-2533 [email protected] http://greysailbrewing.com/
Excellent
83%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 59 reviews

Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island

Proudly located in the seaside city of Westerly, Grey Sail Brewing of RI is southern Rhode Island's premier microbrewery equipped to produce up to 4,000 barrels of handcrafted beer per year. We are open for tours and tastings every Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.

Reviewed By 161allisonl - Westerly, United States

Grey Sail Brewing is an awesome local brewery located in downtown Westerly. It’s hidden back yard bungalow is the coolest part! Not only do they offer delicious wood fired pizza and live music, they are dog friendly! They also offer local wine on tap if you’re not in the mood for beer. The staff is very friendly and kind. I’d recommend this for any visit. The backyard games, including a bocci court, corn hole, dart board, and board games keep the party going! I’d highly recommend this as a go to location for a good time!

4. Narragansett Beach

Narragansett, RI http://www.narragansettri.gov/323/Narragansett-Town-Beach
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 538 reviews

Narragansett Beach

Long flat beach, ideal for surfing.

Reviewed By T3482MMsamanthac - Greenwich, United States

So we just got got back from our trip. We spend 2 days on Narragansett town beach. I was worried about parking, you can't park in the beach parking lots this year (residents only) but both days I found free street parking pretty easily. It's a 2 hr slot, but this ends at 4. We got there at 2 on one day and stayed until 5 and another day got there at 3. I think going later may help find parking. It was a short walk to the beach from the parking. On the beach my son decided he wanted to rent a boogie board and there was a tent in the parking lot where you can rent surf or boogie boards so we did that. The next day he got a surf lesson, it was 60 for an hr. He loved it. When I called they said they were full. But when we arrived at the beach they said come back in an hour to see us and he can have a lesson. A short drive down from this beach is Monahan's Clam Shack. Order online and pick up or go and sit outside. Great food.

5. The Towers

35 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882-1321 +1 401-782-2597 [email protected] http://www.thetowersri.com/
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
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Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 134 reviews

The Towers

The remaining building left from the Narragansett Pier Casino fire now hosts events and dinner theaters.

Reviewed By 465ChristineD465 - West Greenwich, United States

This place is prime for any ocean view venue in the heart of Narragansett. We came in December for the Christmas cocktail caberet and it was elegant and perfect

6. Watch Hill Merry Go Round & Beach

151-153 Bay St, Watch Hill, Westerly, RI 02891-5746 +1 401-388-8136 [email protected] http://www.merrygoroundbeach.com
Excellent
76%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Watch Hill Merry Go Round & Beach

Restored carousel which is a National Historic Landmark.

Reviewed By NancyAnne67

Just how I remember as a child. My kids loved it. They are beautifully maintained and it's good old fashioned fun.

7. Roger W. Wheeler State Beach

100 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882-5714
Excellent
54%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 188 reviews

Roger W. Wheeler State Beach

Named for the developer of the state life-saving system, this beach features a new bathhouse and playground.

Reviewed By Homerpigeon1 - Narragansett, United States

Have taken my kids and grandchildren here many times. Extensive beach protected by breakwater so no fear of child being “swept away.” Teenagers and college students shun this beach so you won’t be bothered by the posturing. Swings and slides available. Good beach to acquaint toddlers to ocean. There is a charge but a good day for children.

8. Smith's Castle

55 Richard Smith Dr, North Kingstown, RI 02852-4414 +1 401-294-3521 [email protected] http://www.smithscastle.org/
Excellent
48%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Smith's Castle

America's oldest surviving plantation house.

Reviewed By lynnmJ8784EI

Something for everyone! Beautiful setting, walking trails with signs explaining the sights, three historic gardens, Early Colonial Military history (Great Swamp Fight and King Philip’s War) Roger Williams Trading Post, 18th century Northern Plantation, Rhode Island’s path to statehood, exposed Architectural details, Early commercial large scale diary. So much to see, learn and enjoy! Tours led by knowledgeable docents in Colonial dress.

9. Westerly Library & Wilcox Park

44 Broad St, Westerly, RI 02891-1856 +1 401-596-2877 http://www.westerlylibrary.org
Excellent
76%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 160 reviews

Westerly Library & Wilcox Park

Reviewed By barryn680 - Coventry, United States

spend some quality time going to the library a large,clean,place next to a truly wounderful park. The flowers and trees are truly outstnanding and a great place for a nice walk.

10. Block Island Ferry

304 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882-5622 +1 401-783-7996 [email protected] http://www.blockislandferry.com
Excellent
58%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 531 reviews

Block Island Ferry

The Block Island Ferry is your fastest link to Block Island, Rhode Island. Interstate Navigation Company, Inc. operates the Block Island Ferry, and is the only year-round ferry service to Block Island. Based in Point Judith, (Narragansett), Rhode Island, the Block island Ferry offers Traditional ferry service, (55 minute voyage) as well as the fastest ferry trip from the mainland on the High speed ferry service, (30 minute cruise)from Pt. Judith,. RI. Block Island Ferry also offers seasonal service from Fall River, Ma (2 hour cruise) & Newport, RI (1 hour cruise) to Block Island.If your trip to Block Island is for business, a family vacation, or an island weekend getaway, the Block Island Ferry will get you to Block Island quickly and easily. The Block Island Ferry is the only vehicle ferry service to Block Island. We transport passenger vehicles, commercial trucks as well as shipping freight. The Block Island Ferry is your full service ferry company. We have the most departures and convenient ferry schedule from the mainland which allows you greater flexibility when traveling to and from Block Island on our traditional or high speed ferry!

Reviewed By Leesandro - Riverside, United States

Hi! It’s well worth a visit anytime. Stay at the 1669. There is a ferry from Newport, New London and another from Galilee in the summer and the one in Galilee runs all year. Took forever before they had their first case of COVID 19 and it’s basically non-existent there. It’s just under an hour by ferry. Definitely rent a bike or bring your own. From where the ferry lets you off you can pedal round the rolling hills either on the eastern side past the Southeast light or up the western side to the North lighthouse. Lots of great hikes. If you just want to relax and see the major scenic points of interest there are cheap tours by local characters in beat up limos who will also fill you in on the smuggling and houses of ill repute that flourished there during Prohibition. They should know since their families have been there forever if you check out the your tour guides names on some old gravestones in the only cemetery on the Island that overlooks both Old and New Harbor. Have fun!!

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