8 days in Rhode Island Itinerary

With coastline on the west, south, and east, Newport is a maritime city with a rich history.

Venture out of the city with trips to Colt State Park (in Bristol) and Providence (Rhode Island State House, RISD Museum, &more). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at The Breakers, admire the landmark architecture of Marble House, contemplate the long history of The Elms, and make a trip to International Tennis Hall of Fame.

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Minneapolis to Newport is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in May, and nighttime lows around 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel to New Shoreham.

New Shoreham is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. On the 15th (Sat), explore the striking landscape at Mohegan Bluffs, enjoy the sea views from South East Lighthouse, take in the exciting artwork at Jessie Edwards Studio, then enjoy breathtaking views from Clayhead Salon & Spa, and finally experience rural life at Abrams Animal Farm. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Clay Head Nature Trail, then enjoy the sea views from North Lighthouse, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Greenway Walking Trails, and finally view the masterpieces at Spring Street Gallery.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the New Shoreham trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by combination of taxi and ferry from Newport to New Shoreham takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. May in New Shoreham sees daily highs of 61°F and lows of 50°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to North Smithfield.

North Smithfield is a town in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States, settled as a farming community in 1666 and incorporated into its present form in 1871. On the 17th (Mon), take in nature's colorful creations at Wicked Tulips Flower Farm, stroll around Mowry Conservation Area, and then experience rural life at Wright's Dairy Farm and Bakery.

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You can drive from New Shoreham to North Smithfield in 2.5 hours. When traveling from New Shoreham in May, plan for a bit warmer days in North Smithfield, with highs around 67°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 47°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can travel back home.