Highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island, according to Tripadvisor
Highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.
If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.
Indeed, even if you've lived in Rhode Island your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Rhode Island reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.
Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Rhode Island, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.
#30. Sachuest Beach (Second Beach)
- Rating: 4.5/5 (371 reviews)
- Address: 474 Sachuest Point Rd. Middletown, Rhode Island
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#29. Southeast Lighthouse
- Rating: 4.5/5 (415 reviews)
- Address: Mohegan Trail New Shoreham, Rhode Island
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#28. Bellevue Avenue
- Rating: 4.5/5 (606 reviews)
- Address: Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#27. Colt State Park
- Rating: 5/5 (467 reviews)
- Address: Route 114 Bristol, Rhode Island
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#26. Historic Federal Hill
- Rating: 4.5/5 (681 reviews)
- Address: 286 Atwells Ave. Providence, Rhode Island
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#25. Block Island Ferry
- Rating: 4.5/5 (563 reviews)
- Address: 304 Great Island Road Narragansett, Rhode Island
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#24. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (332 reviews)
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#23. Narragansett Beach
- Rating: 4.5/5 (565 reviews)
- Address: 39 Boston Neck Road Narragansett, Rhode Island
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#22. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (365 reviews)
- Address: 101 Ferry Road Bristol, Rhode Island
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#21. Rhode Island State House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (427 reviews)
- Address: 82 Smith St. Providence, Rhode Island
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#20. Bowen's Wharf
- Rating: 4.5/5 (426 reviews)
- Address: 13 Bowens Wharf Newport, Rhode Island
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#19. Newport Car Museum
- Rating: 5/5 (210 reviews)
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#18. International Tennis Hall of Fame
- Rating: 4.5/5 (604 reviews)
- Address: 194 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#17. Thames Street
- Rating: 4.5/5 (810 reviews)
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#16. Brown University
- Rating: 4.5/5 (455 reviews)
- Address: 1 Prospect St. Providence, Rhode Island
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#15. Rosecliff
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,053 reviews)
- Address: 584 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#14. Touro Synagogue
- Rating: 4.5/5 (503 reviews)
- Address: 85 Touro St. Newport, Rhode Island
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#13. Beavertail Lighthouse and Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (435 reviews)
- Address: 774 Beavertail Road Jamestown, Rhode Island
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#12. Providence Performing Arts Center
- Rating: 4.5/5 (617 reviews)
- Address: 220 Weybosset St. Providence, Rhode Island
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#11. Roger Williams Park Zoo
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,207 reviews)
- Address: 1000 Elmwood Ave. Providence, Rhode Island
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#10. Rough Point Museum
- Rating: 4.5/5 (601 reviews)
- Address: 680 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#9. Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
- Rating: 4.5/5 (982 reviews)
- Address: 20 North Main St. Providence, Rhode Island
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#8. Fort Adams State Park
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,158 reviews)
- Address: 80 Fort Adams Drive Fort Adams State Park Visitor Center Newport, Rhode Island
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#7. Mohegan Bluffs
- Rating: 5/5 (751 reviews)
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#6. Martha's Vineyard Fast Ferry
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,478 reviews)
- Address: 1347 Roger Williams Way Quonset Point North Kingstown, Rhode Island
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#5. Marble House
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,786 reviews)
- Address: 596 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#4. The Elms
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,900 reviews)
- Address: 367 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#3. Newport Mansions
- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,632 reviews)
- Address: 424 Bellevue Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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#2. Cliff Walk
- Rating: 4.5/5 (5,611 reviews)
- Address: Newport, Rhode Island
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#1. The Breakers
- Rating: 4.5/5 (6,219 reviews)
- Address: 44 Ochre Point Ave. Newport, Rhode Island
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This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.
