Planning a Newport, RI fall getaway? Crisp coastal air, changing leaves, apple orchards, pumpkin patches, fresh seafood and a full calendar of seasonal events make fall one of the best times to visit Newport, RI. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a full Newport, RI fall weekend getaway, here are some of our favorite things to do in Newport, RI in the fall.

Pick Apples, Pumpkins & Enjoy the Fall Harvest

A classic New England fall day is never far away. Head just outside downtown Newport for apple picking, pumpkins, farm stands and seasonal treats.

• Sweet Berry Farm: Pick apples and other seasonal produce, browse the farm market and stop for lunch at this Middletown favorite.
• Rocky Brook Orchard: Pick from a wide variety of apples at this family-run orchard in nearby Little Compton.
• Trinity Church Pumpkin Patch: Find pumpkins, gourds and plenty of fall atmosphere right in downtown Newport’s Queen Anne Square.
• Newport Vineyards: Sip local wine, enjoy seasonal food and look out for the vineyard’s annual Harvest Festival.

Take in the Fall Foliage

For fall foliage in Newport, RI, you don’t have to travel far. Newport’s coastline, historic neighborhoods and Gilded Age estates offer plenty of places to take in the season.

• Ocean Drive: Take a scenic drive past the coastline, historic estates and changing leaves.
• Cliff Walk: Pair ocean views with Newport’s famous mansions and fall color.
• Bellevue Avenue: Stroll on one of Newport’s most iconic streets and explore the grounds of the Newport Mansions along the way.

Explore the Newport Mansions

The cooler weather makes Newport, RI in the fall an ideal time to explore the city’s Gilded Age history.

• The Breakers: Step inside the Vanderbilt family’s iconic Newport summer home.
• Marble House: Tour the mansion and take in its spectacular setting overlooking the Atlantic.
• The Elms: Explore the mansion and its beautiful grounds before continuing along Bellevue Avenue.

Experience Newport’s Fall Events

Some of the best fall events in Newport, RI return year after year, giving you even more reasons to plan an autumn weekend.

• Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival: Celebrate the “Harvest of the Sea” with fresh local seafood, live music and waterfront festivities.
• Newport Restaurant Week: Taste your way through Newport and Bristol Counties with seasonal menus and specials at participating restaurants. Restaurant Week takes place annually each fall.
• Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week: See impressive cars and collections during one of Newport’s signature annual events.
• Broadway Street Fair: Spend the day exploring local artists, food, live music and the businesses along Broadway.
• Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair: Enjoy a classic fall fair in nearby Middletown with seasonal activities and family-friendly fun.

Eat, Drink & Shop Around Downtown Newport

One of the best parts of a fall weekend in Newport, RI is simply having time to explore. The summer crowds have eased, but downtown restaurants, shops and waterfront spots are still buzzing.

• Bowen’s & Bannister’s Wharves: Browse local boutiques, coastal fashion, gifts and specialty shops along the waterfront.
• Thames Street: Shop your way through downtown with plenty of places to stop for coffee, lunch or a drink.
• Newport’s dining scene: Settle in for fresh seafood, oysters, chowder and seasonal New England flavors, or plan your trip around Newport Restaurant Week for even more to try.

Book Your Fall Getaway at Hammetts Hotel

Make Hammetts Hotel your home base for fall in Newport, RI. Set directly on the waterfront in the heart of downtown, Hammetts puts you steps from Thames Street, Bowen’s Wharf, restaurants, shopping and the harbor, with Newport’s mansions, Cliff Walk and other fall favorites just a short drive away.

Spend the day apple picking, touring a mansion or taking in the foliage, then come back downtown for dinner, drinks and a walk along the waterfront.

Ready for your Newport, RI fall getaway? Book your stay at Hammetts Hotel and experience fall in the City by the Sea.