Want to visit Rhode Island but don't know where to go

I generally visit Boston once a year and always head for the Cape for a few days of alone time. This year I want to try something different and explore Rhode Island but only having three days I don%26#39;t want to make a mistake in the things I choose to see and do. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated with regard to lodging(clean, reasonable and preferably on the water or very near water), historical places, tours, biking, shopping, music, art shows, beaches and of course restaurants that serve great fish. L.A. has good sushi but that%26#39;s it unless you enjoy eating salmon everyday. I try to eat fish, pizza, chinese food and subs while I am back east. Is Block Island good for a day trip? It%26#39;s looks beautiful but seems to be better for boating and suning. I saw the mansions when I was young. Thanks!

Want to visit Rhode Island but don't know where to go

I would suggest staying in or near Providence itself. You%26#39;d have to search around for hotel prices since I live near there and never have to worry about staying there. You might try staying (assuming you have a car as this isn%26#39;t an easy state to hop around on by public transportation) in Warren, Warwick, Barrington, or Bristol which are all coastal towns, very pictureque, are all on the fantastic East Bay bike trail that runs from East Prov to Brisol and there are a ton of nice restaurants- I%26#39;ve been to a few in Bristol which were great. YOu could go into Providence for the cultural activities and its a few short miles away.

Block Island is a full day trip as you have to drive to Point Judith to pick up the ferry (I don%26#39;t know of any other way) then go over and back from there. Its a small, very hilly, pretty island, very laid back- decent bird watching, tough hills for biking but it can be done. Not much there depending on how much civilization you need. Its a wonderful state and very under-rated IMHO- Enjoy!

Want to visit Rhode Island but don't know where to go

Thank you so much for your information! It will help make my short trip wonderful.

I recommend that you stay in Newport or nearby Jamestown. Another option would be one of the South County towns where there are beautiful beaches. There are many B%26amp;B and other reasonable options in Newport. Although Newport gets crowded in the summer, it is still possible to find lots to see and do and avoid the crowds. I would be sure to walk at least part of the Cliff Walk which is a great path high above the ocean and in front of some of the mansions. You can walk from there to Easton%26#39;s (First) Beach or bike to beautiful Second Beach over the town line in Middletown (fewer people, more unspoiled). You should drive or bike Ocean Drive and maybe stop for a picnic at Brenton Reef State Park, right on the ocean. There are lots of festivals all summer, of course including the famous Folk and Jazz festivals. Take a harbor cruise. Definitely take the ferry to Block Island for a day trip. There are lots of quaint shops and restaurants in addition to beaches, etc.

Thank you very much for the additional information, it%26#39;s very much appreciated! The area sounds so nice I%26#39;m tempted to revise my schedule in order to spend more time in Rhode Island.