Newport's enchanting 3.5-mile Cliff Walk is the perfect place for your moment of peace. Panoramic ocean views, crashing waves and the perfect amount of sea breeze on one side and stunning, century-old, Gilded Age mansions on the other; heaven is a place on earth.

The Cliff Walk is a must do in Newport, and one of our favorite spots to take the dogs.

The Newport Mansions offer a unique trip through 250 years of American history, architecture, art and landscape design.

While Sydney danced professionally, the company she was with would perform the Nutcracker at the Rosecliff Mansion annually.

The best way to see Newport is from the water!

Newport Classic Cruises is the local favorite for sailing and power boat tours and sunset harbor cruises. Enjoy breathtaking sailing and power boat tours offering spectacular views of Newport Harbor, Narragansett Bay and the excitement of the Sailing Capital of America.

One of five national wildlife refuges in Rhode Island, Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is home to 242 acres that offer an important stopover and wintering area for migratory birds in Middletown. Situated on the coast overlooking the ocean, a hike at Sachuest Point is relatively flat and easy, and offers scenic views without having to climb.

Sachuest is special to us, because that was one of our first dates!

Game. Set. Match.

As part of the global tennis community the International Tennis Hall of Fame is committed to preserving tennis history, celebrating its champions, and educating and inspiring a worldwide audience.

Sydney and her Mom love to visit the museum and watch the tournaments they hold in the summer!

Situated at the mouth of the Newport Harbor, Fort Adams State Park offers an exceptional panoramic view of both Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay. Before being deeded to the State of Rhode Island in 1965, Fort Adams had served the U.S. Navy for ten years and the U.S. Army for more than a century. Today the park offers a wide range of activities, including tours of the historic fort, saltwater bathing, fishing, boating, soccer, rugby, and picnicking.


Its common to see Dunkin and Hazel frolicking in the big fields. Both James and Sydney love attending the annual Folk Festival held in the summer. Dont forget to keep on folkin!

Located in the heart of historic Washington Square, Bar 'Cino is part of the bustling restaurant and arts scene. Filled with locals and visitors to Newport alike, our intimate space gives you a front row view to the culinary and bar teams in action. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

This was actually the spot for our first date! What better way to celebrate than stoping by for a bite over our wedding weekend!

Situated on Bowen’s Wharf in the center of Newport’s Waterfront, Diego’s offers an array of fine craft cocktails and fresh Mexican cuisine with a twist.

We also feature an outdoor patio and second floor water view bar and dining room. Outdoor dining is seasonal and weather dependent.

The margs and nachos are our favorite!

Local flavors, a variety of delicious foods, pastry items baked fresh daily and much more. Experience the latest in craft cafe dining at CRU Cafe.

Cru is our favorite spot to bring the dogs and eat outside.

Renowned for its innovative cuisine, it is legendary as the heartbeat of Newport, RI. Whether local or visiting, the Clarke Cooke House is an unparalleled, quintessential Newport experience.

We always recommend trying their signature cocktail a Newport Water when visiting the area.

We came to Clarke's to celebrate our engagement!