NEED A PICNIC BASKET ? GO TO : Picnic Cafe LOCATION : Newport WHY : Make your picnic at the beach or state park official with a stylish and durable picnic basket or bag from Picnic Cafe . From the boardwalk basket to the canasta basket , snacks for the whole family can fit within this spacious container . The eatery recommends visiting locations such as Fort Adams , Ballard Park , Ocean Drive and Easton ’ s ( First ) Beach in Newport . YOU CAN ALSO GET : The cafe and bakery provides tasty treats and drinks for breakfast and lunch . Try the iced vanilla chai or cold brew to freshen up your morning . Pair it with a brioche danish , then grab a prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich or strawberry and feta salad for the road . picnicnewport . com

73 Catherine Street

ADMIRAL SIMS ’ HOUSE 73 Catherine Street / 98 Mill Street 401-841-0009 AdmiralSimsNewport . com

98 Mill Street

Bright & spacious rooms • Fireplaces • A / C , Free Wi-Fi & Parking Walk to town center • Kid & pet rooms available • Flat screen cable TV