Whether you ’ re a foodie looking to eat your way across the state or a history buff looking for a way to nerd-out ,
’ ve got a tour for you .
RHODE ISLAND RED FOOD TOURS These three-hour , all-encompassing walking tours venture to at least six independent restaurants , allowing participants to sample creative foods using local ingredients , learn about the chefs ’ techniques and discover the history and culture behind the Ocean State ’ s evolving foodie scene . Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays , Newport and Providence , rhodeislandredfoodtours . com
PROVIDENCE GHOST TOUR Led by lantern light , this spooky tour through a beautifully preserved historic neighborhood follows in the footsteps of Providence ’ s deceased-yet-not-so-departed residents . Keep your eyes peeled for what lurks in the shadows . Fridays and Saturdays , Providence , providenceghosttour . com
COASTAL QUEEN CRUISES Departing from either Newport or Jamestown , Coastal Queen Cruises offers several cozy cruise options . If you ’ re interested in spicing things up a bit , book some space aboard their Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise or their Sunset Cocktail Cruise ( trips start June 26 ). See website for schedules , Newport and Jamestown , coastalqueencruises . com
HISTORIC TOURS OF NEWPORT With 380-plus years of history under its belt , the former capital of Rhode Island has a lot of interesting stories to tell . Join the fully narrated bus tours featuring informative and fun architectural , social and religious history presentations you ’ re sure to never forget . Daily , Middletown , historictoursofnewport . com
NEWPORT HELICOPTER TOURS Soar high into the sky with the exhilarating Doors-Off Flight over Newport . Expect breathtaking views of the coastline , the Newport Mansions and more during this unforgettable flight . ( FYI : if you want the doors on , they also offer overhead island tours , Providence night flights and more .) By reservation , Newport , newporthelicopter tours . com
PROVIDENCE WALKS : EARLY BLACK HISTORY WALKING TOUR This self-guided , 1.6-mile walking tour put together by the Center for Reconciliation delivers a glimpse into Providence ’ s rich early Black history . Planned stops include the Rhode Island State House , St . John ’ s Cathedral , the North Burial Ground and India Point Park . The map ( which also features a gallery of rarely exhibited historic artifacts ) can be downloaded directly from the CFR ’ s website . Providence , cfrri . org
PROVIDENCE WALKING TOUR It ’ s time to see why so many have fallen in love with Rhode Island ’ s capital . On this entertaining 1.5 mile stroll , you will explore everything from charming Westminster Street and Waterplace Park to the historic Arcade ( the country ’ s oldest indoor shopping mall ) and the First Baptist Church in America . Saturdays , Providence , experienceri . com
WHALE WATCHING WITH FRANCES FLEET Marine animal enthusiasts can depart from the port of Galilee with Frances Fleet for an afternoon filled with possible sightings of finback whales , humpback whales , minke whales , false killer whales and more . You never know what might surface to say ‘ hi !’ Tuesdays , Thursdays , Fridays and Saturdays , Narragansett , francesfleet . com
LIGHTHOUSE AND NEWPORT HARBOR SIGHTSEEING CRUISE Take a narrated cruise past ten lighthouses in Narragansett Bay along with a complete Newport Harbor tour . The thirty-mile cruise also provides unparalleled , breathtaking views of local islands , waterfront mansions , historic Fort Adams State Park and more iconic Rhode Island destinations . See website for schedule , Quonset Point in North Kingstown , rhodeislandbaycruises . com
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