subject: Top Things To Do When Visiting Rhode Island [print this page] Rhode Island may be small in size as a state, but did you know it has 20% of the nations historic landmarks? Newport has been named the sailing captial of the world and you can sail 400 miles of Rhode Island coastline. There is a lot of big ground to cover if you going to take in everything little Rhode Island has to offer.
As a visitor to Rhode Island, you will find many unique accommodations to choose from. Bed & breakfast, cozy cottages, quaint little inns, eclectic boutique hotels and spa resorts are relatively close to all of Rhode Island's activities and attractions.
This ocean state has plenty of waterports and beaches with thundering waves waiting to be explored. Narragansett Bay beaches are more sheltered with break water barriers more suited for novice swimmers. Don't let that narrow your fun, the list of seaside and water activities stretch very far.
*Swimming
*Shell collecting
*Sand castle building
*Watersports, suba diving
*Canoes, kayak and small boat rentals
*sailboat cruising
Sink in to the sand and experience a real outdoor clambake! Rhode Island is more than just another day at the beach.
Saltwater fishing is the number one recreational sport in Rhode Island. Venture out in the ocean for some world class off shore big game fishing.
*Giant Bluefin Tuna
*Blue Marlin
*White Marlin
*Swordfish
*Striped Bass
In addition to off shore big game fishing Rhode Island has inshore fishing in protected shoreline areas and in the surf. Charter fishing boats are available through out the whole coastline. Fabulous fresh water fishing in natural and stocked areas can be found through out Rhode Island.
Rhode Island has many heritage trails and landmarks. Hike or bike on any number of these trails.
*Military Heritage Trail
*Maritime Heritage Trail
*Warwick Heritage Trail
*Providence Heritage Trail
*Newport Heritage Trail
Heritage trails go on and on through out the state. Other exciting outdoor activities include bird watching, hunting, nature walks, vineyards, wineries, golf and amusment parks. You can even take in some triple A baseball games!
Events go all year round with lots of rich history and culture. There is always something to see in Rhode Island with special events, fairs, music festivals, concerts, art and museums. Did you ever want to visit the world's largest cookbook collection? Its in Rhode Island! Tour one of the many historics landmarks that date back to colonial times. See 17th century houses, churches and grand mansions. Riverwalk is one of the many great places with some wonderful shopping.
Seafood is a big staple in this little state. Rhode Island is a restaraunt paradise full of new culinary experiences. Try some tasty New England fare with local specialties featuring some the freshest seafood ever such as lobster, and fresh fish. Bring your appetite to one of the many celebrated restaraunts through out Rhode Island!
Plan a Rhode Island vacation. East Bay, Providence, Narragansett Bay, Warwick and Newport are waiting to draw you to experience a real and authentic Rhode Island.
