Highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island by visitors

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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.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Rhode Island using data from . 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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#30. Rhode Island State House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (433 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#29. Colt State Park

- Rating: 4.8/5 (467 reviews)
- City: Bristol
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#28. International Tennis Hall of Fame

- Rating: 4.4/5 (612 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#27. Brenton Point State Park

- Rating: 4.6/5 (316 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#26. Bellevue Avenue

- Rating: 4.6/5 (610 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#25. Providence Athen忙um

- Rating: 4.6/5 (127 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#24. Second Beach

- Rating: 4.4/5 (374 reviews)
- City: Middletown
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#23. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (369 reviews)
- City: Bristol
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#22. Brown University

- Rating: 4.6/5 (461 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#21. Block Island Ferry

- Rating: 4.4/5 (568 reviews)
- City: Narragansett
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#20. Rosecliff

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,060 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#19. Newport Car Museum

- Rating: 4.9/5 (227 reviews)
- City: Portsmouth
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#18. Misquamicut State Beach

- Rating: 4.1/5 (566 reviews)
- City: Westerly
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#17. Beavertail Lighthouse and Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (441 reviews)
- City: Jamestown
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#16. Providence Performing Arts Center

- Rating: 4.6/5 (620 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#15. Narragansett Beach

- Rating: 4.3/5 (569 reviews)
- City: Narragansett
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#14. Rough Point Museum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (606 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#13. Bowen's Wharf

- Rating: 4.4/5 (434 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#12. Historic Federal Hill

- Rating: 4.3/5 (682 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#11. Martha's Vineyard Fast Ferry

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,482 reviews)
- City: North Kingstown
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#10. The Elms

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,917 reviews)
- City: Newport
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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

- Rating: 4.7/5 (988 reviews)
- City: Providence
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#7. Fort Adams State Park

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,184 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#6. Marble House

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,805 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#5. Thames Street

- Rating: 4.3/5 (824 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#4. Mohegan Bluffs

- Rating: 4.8/5 (757 reviews)
- City: New Shoreham Block Island
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#3. Newport Mansions

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,647 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#2. The Breakers

- Rating: 4.7/5 (6,282 reviews)
- City: Newport
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#1. Cliff Walk

- Rating: 4.6/5 (5,664 reviews)
- City: Newport
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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