Ryan’s Family Amusements
268 Thames Street, Newport | Distance: 8-minute walk
This popular New England amusement game operator offers over 50 skill and video games, as well as a great prize counter of toys, electronics, and more.
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Newport RI Family Activities
anything but ordinary
Fun for Every Age, Every Season
If you’re looking for things to do with kids in Newport, RI, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve curated a selection of some of our favorite family-friendly activities and included distances so you can plan a great day out during your stay at Hotel Viking.
International Tennis Hall of Fame
194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport | Distance: 7-minute walk
This Newport museum encompasses over 20,000 square feet of interactive exhibits, collections, and popular memorabilia of tennis champions past and present.
Redwood Library & Athenæum Children’s Museum
50 Bellevue Avenue, Newport | Distance: 2-minute walk
As part of the historic Redwood Library (which dates back to 1747), there is a children’s section featuring books, DVDs, and music, as well as toys, puzzles, and more.
Easton’s Beach Rotunda, Carousel & Aquarium
175 Memorial Boulevard, Newport | Distance: 20-minute walk
With a 1950s carousel and year-round aquarium, there’s plenty to do at Easton’s Beach — named one of the top 10 beaches in New England.
Green Animals Topiary Gardens
380 Corys Lane, Portsmouth | Distance: 20-minute drive
Green Animals is home to a beautiful array of gardens, flowers, and approximately 80 topiaries in the shape of animals and other designs. A great picnic spot!
Kilwins Chocolate, Fudge, and Ice Cream
262 Thames Street, Newport | Distance: 8-minute walk
A national chain, Kilwins serves chocolates, ice cream, fudge, candy, and other delectable sweet treat confections in a nostalgic Americana setting.
Cupcake Charlie’s
135 Swimburne Row Brick Marketplace, Newport | Distance: 5-minute walk
Lemon Drop, Funfetti, and Rockin’ Red Velvet are just a few of the 16 flavors that this award-winning cupcake bakery bakes fresh every day.
Adirondack II
23 Bowens Wharf, Newport | Distance: 10-minute walk
Enjoy a morning, day or sunset sail on this 80-foot, turn-of-the-century-style pilot schooner. Additional sailing excursions and private charters are also available.
The Madeline & Rum Runner
24 Bannister’s Wharf, Newport | Distance: 10-minute walk
Experience the sights and sounds of the Sailing Capital of America aboard the 72’ schooner Madeleine or the classic motoryacht, the Rum Runner.
Newport History Museum & Tours
127 Thames Street, Newport | Distance: 6-minute walk
A National Historic Landmark, the Newport History Museum features exhibits, artifacts, and guided walking tours, as well as a gift shop.
Island Cinemas
866 W. Main Road, Middletown | Distance: 11-minute drive
Island Cinemas 10 shows the latest movies and prides itself on being a “good old fashioned theatre, where the seats are comfortable and the popcorn is popped fresh.”
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach Road, Middletown | Distance: 12-minute drive
This non-profit wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center offers over 325 acres of diverse habitats and 7 miles of trails for people of all abilities.
Newport Gulls Baseball
Cardines Field, Newport | Distance: 10-minute walk
With fan participation activities between innings and low ticket prices to games, this summer collegiate baseball team is popular with locals and visitors alike.
Sweet Berry Farm
915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown | Distance: 15-minute drive
A market, café, and pick-your-own farm, Sweet Berry Farm sells freshly grown produce, flowers, and specialty foods. Be sure to check to see what’s available for the picking!