Newport

By car

To get into Newport, or anywhere on Aquidneck Island, you can take one of three bridges: The Newport Bridge Claiborne Pell Bridge, from Jamestown, The Sakonnet River Bridge, from Tiverton, or the Mount Hope Bridge, from Bristol. *Note: the Newport Bridge Claiborne Pell requires an EZ Pass, or the cost is $2.00/axel. You can purchase a transponder at [ (http://ezpass.com/)]

By ship

There are many marinas in Newport harbor that offer dock space for sailboats, powerboats, million dollar yachts, and even cruise ships that set anchor in the harbor.

41 Degrees North

351 Thames Street, Latitude: 41.29 Longitude: 71.19, Phone: 401-848-7950, (http://www.41no.com/). Amenities include: Restaurants, Restrooms, Floating Docks, Dockage for Yachts up to 250 ft, Concierge Service, Ship-side Dining Service and more. 2009 Transient Rates: available upon request 2007 Transient Rate: $7.50 per foot.

Bannister’s Wharf Marina

24 Bannisters Wharf, Latitude: 41.486 Longitude: -71.315, Phone: 401-846-4500, (http://www.bannisterswharf.net). Amenities include: Diesel Fuel, Gasoline, Ice, Laundry, Restaurants, Restrooms, Showers, and a Travel Lift. 2009 Rates: available upon request 2008 Rates: $5 per foot per night. Bannisters wharf has a very nice staff and an excellent location on the same pier as the Black Pearl and 22 Bowen restaurants. There is a great game room across the street for kids along with discounted fuel for customers.

Brenton Cove Moorings

68 Long Wharf, Latitude: 41.48937 Longitude: -71.31833, Phone: 401-849-2210.

Brewer Street Boat works Ltd.

Commercial Wharf, Latitude: 41.49213 Longitude: -71.31135, Phone: 401-847-0321, (http://www.bsbw.com). Amenities include: Diesel Fuel, Gasoline, Laundry, Maintenance Facilities, Oil Recycling, Pumpout, Restrooms, and Showers. “Excellent maintenance services and repairs & installations. Electronic sales & service. Dealer for Raymarine, Si-Tex, Simrad, B&G, Furuno, Sea/Datamarine, KVH. Cummins marine diesel certified.”

Brown & Howard Marina

21 Brown & Howard Wharf, Phone: 401-846-5100, (http://www.brownandhoward.com). Floating docks can accommodate vessels from 30 to 250 feet. Amenities include: Charter Rental, Diesel Fuel, Floating Docks, Laundry, Pumpout, Showers, Spa, and Wireless Internet. 2009 transient rate: $5.50 per foot per day. Good marina at the center of city with very modern facilities, but limited dock space. Make reservations far in advance.

Casey’s Marina

Spring Wharf, Latitude: 41.49213 Longitude: -71.31135, Phone: 401-849-0281, (http://www.caseysmarina.com/). Amenities include: Diesel Fuel, Floating Docks 14 ft depth, Boats up to 185 ft, Gasoline, Ice, Restrooms, Showers, Travel Lift, and Wireless Internet. 2009 Rates: available upon request.

Goat Island Marina

5 Marina Plaza, Latitude: 41.4915 Longitude: -71.3278, Phone: 401-849-5655, (http://www.newportexperie...). Amenities include: Cable TV, Diesel Fuel, Floating Docks, Gasoline, Hotel/Lodging, Ice, Internet Access, Laundry, Maintenance Facilities, Pumpout, Restaurants, Restrooms, Ship Store, Showers, Spa, Swimming Pool, Tennis, and Wireless Internet. 2009 Rates: Daily Transient Rates Vessels under 80' $4.25/ft. Vessels over 80' $5/ft prices are subject to change for special events. A long list of amenities and superb facilities, this is a great marina to visit. However its location on goat island makes it one of the furthest marinas from downtown.

Ida Lewis Yacht Club

186 Wellington Ave, Latitude: 41.4768 Longitude: -71.31588, Phone: 401-846-1969, (http://www.ilyc.org). Ida Lewis Yacht club welcomes both members and non-memebrs to visit the marina. Its location on the south side of the harbor makes it a 15 minuet walk to downtown. The great staff and service make it a worthwhile destination.

Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

49 America’s Cup Avenue, Latitude: 41.48564 Longitude: -71.32746, Phone: 401-848-3310, (http://www.newporthotel.com/). Amenities include: Cable TV, Hotel/Lodging, Ice, Internet Access, Laundry, Restrooms, Showers, and a Swimming Pool. 2009 transient rate: $5 per foot/per night 5.50 for special events/holiday. This hotel is well known for its excellent location in downtown Newport. However it is also known for its outdated and overpriced rooms.

Newport Marina

Inc, Lee’s Warf, Latitude: 41.49213 Longitude: -71.31135, Phone: 401-849-2293, (http://www.newportmarina.com/). Amenities include: Cable TV, Floating Docks, Ice, Internet Access, Laundry, Picnic Area, Pumpout, Restaurants, Restrooms, Showers, and a Swimming Pool. 2009 Rates: $5 per foot per night plus electric Boats Over 70 Ft. $5.50 per foot A great choice. The marina is next to the IYRS, offering not only a central location for restuarants but a wonderful view of the classic yachts next door. The heated pool is great, as are the bar-b-ques, picnic tables, and family-friendly surroundings. This marina is in the center of the action but avoids the crouds and lack of security at other marinas. New floating docks make it boat friendly as well.

Newport Shipyard

1 Washington Street, Latitude: 41.48981 Longitude: -71.32033, Phone: 401-846-6002, (http://www.newportshipyar...). Amenities include: Complete repair facilities, wireless internet, on-site restaurant and catering, Crew Facilities, Secure Dockage Area. 2009 Transient Rates: $4.95 per foot per night May 15- Sept 30. As one of the best known shipyards on the east coast, it is the premiere location for mega yachts in Newport. It is with in walking distance to the shops and restaurants downtown and features the best yacht repair service in New England.

Newport Yachting Center

4 Commercial Wharf, Latitude: 41.48516 Longitude: -71.31537, Phone: 401-847-9047, (http://www.newportyachtin...). Amenities include: ATM, Diesel Fuel, Dry Storage, Fitness Center, Floating Docks, Gasoline, Groceries, Ice, Laundry, Maintenance Facilities, Oil Recycling, Pumpout, Restaurants, Restrooms, Showers, and a Swimming Pool. 2009 Rates: April-June 14: $2.75/ft June 15-Sept. 5; $5/ft & July 1-9: $5.50 3 night min. stay required Sept. 6 - November: $2.75/ft & $4/ft Fri., Sat. & Sun. of holiday weekends. This is a great marina in a great location. Very professional staff and well maintained facilities. They are associated with the Marriott, so you can use the gym and the pool at the hotel. It offers a variety of services for people who enjoy and expect the very best.

West Wind Marina

1 Waite’s Wharf, Latitude: 41.49213 Longitude: -71.31135, Phone: 401-849-4300, (http://www.westwindmarina.com/). Amenities include: ATM, Diesel Fuel, Floating Docks boats up to 220ft, Ice, Laundry, Oil Recycling, Pumpout, Restrooms, Showers, 2 restaurants on-site, 2 bars on-site, and 1 night club. 2009 Rates: $4 to $5 per foot per night, call for details. West Wind Marina specializes in dealing with smaller yachts in the 50-80 foot range, but can handle much larger yachts. Great downtown location with their own restaurants on site.

Getting to Newport by boat:

Jamestown and Newport Ferry

from Bowen's Landing or Fort Adams State Park, Phone: +1 401-423-9900. Stops at Ferry Wharf, Jamestown and Goat Island. $8 one-way, $14 round trip.