Top Things to do in
Top Hotels in South County
- 1. Hampton Inn South Kingstown - Newport Area
- 2. Hampton Inn Coventry-Warwick Area
- 3. Best Western West Greenwich Inn
- 4. Holiday Inn South Kingstown Newport Area, An IHG Hotel
- 5. Scarborough Beach Motel
- 6. Stagecoach House Inn
- 7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Providence North Kingstown
- 8. Super 8 by Wyndham West Greenwich/Providence
- 9. Holiday Inn Express Coventry S - West Warwick Area
- 10. Winnapaug Inn
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What to do and see in , Washington County: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Napatree Point, Rhode Island Bay Cruises, Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island, Statue of Ninigret, Narragansett Beach, The Towers, Watch Hill Merry Go Round & Beach, Roger W. Wheeler State Beach, Block Island Ferry, Martha's Vineyard Fast Ferry.
Restaurants in South County
1. Napatree Point
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 144 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 790 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 59 reviews
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. Statue of Ninigret
5. Narragansett Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 538 reviews
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.
6. The Towers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
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
7. Watch Hill Merry Go Round & Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
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.
8. Roger W. Wheeler State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
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.
9. Block Island Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 531 reviews
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!!
10. Martha's Vineyard Fast Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,371 reviews
We operate the newest most luxurious fast ferry to Martha's Vineyard. The "Ava Pearl" offers all Business Class seating with interior luggage areas and the most advanced Ride Control System in the world offering the smoothest ride possible. Depart from Quonset Point, Rhode Island and avoid all the Cape Cod traffic - we will save you 3-4 hours in travel time each way! Closest daily ferry to Connecticut, New York & New Jersey. Dockside parking $10/day. Seasonal ferry service operating May through October.
Reviewed By Snowbird607 - New Jersey, United States
Once on board the Julia Leigh fast ferry to Martha's Vineyard, an announcement came on informing us this was the very first sailing of this new boat. We looked at each other with trepidation, as "maiden voyage" immediately brings to mind the Titanic, lol. But, no worries, the ride was smooth as silk, the weather and seas were calm (no icebergs to be seen anywhere) and everything on the boat was shiny and clean. On the way back home, we ran into quite a bit of fog, but we felt very safe and secure. The crew was friendly and helpful, and we were pleased with our decision to use this ferry for our day trip to the island.
