Island Time: A 4-Day Newport & Block Island Getaway

4-DAY Coastal RHode Island Itinerary

Discover Rhode Island from a different point of view, with Newport Harbor Island Resort as you waterfront home base. Spend four days embracing island life with harbor views, immersive resort experiences, and quintessential Newport moments, and a day trip to the shores of Block Island.

Day 1: Welcome to Island Time

4PM: Check in and settle into your waterfront retreat on Goat Island, surrounded by Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay.
5PM: take a leisurely stroll around the island, stopping by the historic Goat Island Lighthouse and setting into an Adirondack chair to the in the harbor views.
6:30PM: Begin your getaway with outdoor dining at Torpedo bar & Lounge, with panoramic views setting the scene for your first evening in Newport.
8PM: Enjoy a nightcap around The Firepits and watch the lights of the Pell Bridge illuminate the bay

Day 2: Newport from the Water

8AM: Begin the morning with waterfront yoga before stopping by The Bakery for coffee and breakfast
10AM: Spend the morning at your own pace with a treatment at The Spa, a swim in the outdoor pool, or a daybed overlooking the water.
12PM: Enjoy a poolside lunch at The Pineapple Club.
2PM: Board the resort water taxi for a scenic ride across Newport Harbor and spend the afternoon exploring the shops, galleries, and historic streets, of downtown Newport.
5PM: Cruise back across the harbor to Goat Island and settle in for cocktails on the waterfront at Torpedo Bar & Lounge
7PM: Enjoy dinner at 1639, followed by a sunset stroll around the island.

Day 3: Island to Island

7:30AM: pick up coffee and breakfast from The Bakery before setting out for the day on Block Island
Morning : Take the water taxi from our marina to Perrotti Park. Board the high-speed ferry to Block Island for a scenic ride across Rhode Island Sound to Old Harbor.
Upon Arrival : Take a taxi from Old Harbor to Mohegan Bluffs, one of Block Island’s most iconic natural landmarks. Take in sweeping views from atop the dramatic coastal bluffs or descend the staircase to the secluded shoreline below.
Late Morning: Return to old Harbor and spend some time browsing the island’s boutiques and local shops like Wave and DiamondSurf Shop.
12:30PM: Settle in for a leisurely lunch at the National Hotel and grab their famous clam chowder and lobster roll!
2PM: Spend the afternoon by the sea at one of the beaches near Old Harbor, with time to swim, relax and soak in the island atmosphere
4PM: Make your way back toward the harbor for a final stroll or afternoon treat at the Ice Cream Shop before boarding the ferry to Newport.
Evening : return to Goat Island and keep the evening easy with dinner and cocktails at The Pineapple Club as the sun sets over Narragansett Bay.

Day 4: Stay a Little Longer

8AM: Wake up slowly with waterfront yoga or a peaceful morning walk around Goat Island.
9AM: Enjoy breakfast overlooking Newport Harbor before making the most of your final morning at the resort.
1oAM: Squeeze in one last island experience with a dip in the pool, a visit to The Spa, a bike ride, or simply a quiet moment by the lighthouse.
11AM: Check out refreshed, with one last look at the harbor before heading home.

Plan your island escape today and experience the best of Newport and Block Island, from waterfront relaxation and coastal dining to scenic ferry rides and unforgettable island adventures.

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4-DAY Coastal RHode Island Itinerary