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Highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island by visitors

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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 Aug. 15, 2025.

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.

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#28. International Tennis Hall of Fame

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#28. International Tennis Hall of Fame

- Rating: 4.4/5 (612 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#23. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

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#23. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (369 reviews)
- City: Bristol
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#17. Beavertail Lighthouse and Park

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#17. Beavertail Lighthouse and Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (441 reviews)
- City: Jamestown
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#9. Roger Williams Park Zoo

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#9. Roger Williams Park Zoo

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1,242 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#8. Rhode Island School Of Design Museum Of Art

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#8. Rhode Island School Of Design Museum Of Art

- Rating: 4.7/5 (988 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#4. Mohegan Bluffs

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#4. Mohegan Bluffs

- Rating: 4.8/5 (757 reviews)
- City: New Shoreham Block Island
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