Sliding away from the dock, we pass a fishing pier where the British once hung suspected pirates. At the mouth of the harbour is Fort Adams, a military installation constructed after the War of 1812 and now the scene of Newport's annual jazz and folk festivals. We enter Narragansett Bay and pass Hammersmith Farm, the childhood summer home of Jacqueline Bouvier and site of the reception following her wedding to John F. Kennedy. Ah, the good life. Shuttle bus, taxi and car rental are available at the airport.
Bus service is available from both cities.
Amtrak has rail service to Providence and to Kingston, about 32 km west of Newport. There is also a wide selection of hotels, motels and inns in Newport and surrounding communities. In the off season, rates may be reduced as much as 50 per cent. We welcome your feedback. All rights reserved.