Narragansett

Overview of Narragansett

It’s the main seaside resort in Rhode Island with a reputation as the "best beach" in all of New England.

Key Facts

• Type of place: small town.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

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• Local time: Heure : Narragansett.

• Population: 15,868 inhabitants (2016).

• Area: 97.8 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Website: https://www.narragansettri.com

History of Narragansett

What to See and Do in Narragansett

Climate and Weather in Narragansett

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Where to Stay

Where to Eat

Useful Addresses

Nearby

Also worth seeing within about 100 km of the town:

Cape Cod ★★★
The go-to vacation destination in the region for its landscapes, beaches, and walking opportunities.

East Greenwich ★
It's a small town founded in the 17th century that still retains some traces of its past.

Block Island ★★
This small island, about twenty kilometers off the coast, is popular for its landscapes, hiking, and beaches.

Martha's Vineyard ★★
Beaches and beautiful scenery on this island, which has become a holiday destination for celebrities and the wealthy.

Mystic ★★
This village is renowned for its more or less historical maritime heritage (boats, museum, aquarium) to the point of now being a fairly touristy spot.

New Bedford ★
It's an old whaling fishing port south of Boston.

Newport ★★
Beyond its jazz festival, the city is known for its beautiful Victorian mansions.

Providence ★★
One of the oldest cities in the United States, with several museums, parks, and historic neighborhoods.

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