One of America’s best coastal small towns is just a quick 90-minute drive or train ride from the city. You might be familiar with Newport Rhode Island for its famed mansions; however it offers so much more as a coastal small town.
Newport ranked as America’s number 6 best coastal small town according to USA Today readers. The town was praised for its historic attractions, beaches, delicious food, and scenic views.
Methodology of selecting America’s best coastal small towns
A team of USA Today experts first selected nominees for the best small towns in the U.S. Then over 200,000 readers voted on the top ten to create the final list of 10Best Reader’s Choice.
Visiting the charming town of Newport, Rhode Island under 2 hours from Boston
Newport is a gorgeous town accessible from Boston by car or Amtrak. You can do everything from surfing to exploring historic downtown.
This Rhode Island town has a little something for everyone, from breweries and wineries to regattas and Gilded Age mansions — and that’s just the start. Go paddleboarding or sailing, visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame, hike along the Cliff Walk with gorgeous ocean views, or simply stroll about downtown to grab a bite and do some souvenir shopping.