SPECIAL EVENTS
Use the ferry to attend many special events throughout the summer season:

See below for Ferry Destinations
and Scenic Highlights

Jamestown

Jamestown Home of the Jamestown & Newport Ferry! Jamestown is a wonderful place to spend a few hours or an entire day. The historic downtown village has a quaint mix of shops, galleries, restaurants and museums; all within walking distance of the ferry landing. Beautiful harbor views, marinas and boatyards for all size vessels, and friendly people make Jamestown a stop everyone will enjoy.

For more information call:
(401) 423-9900 or visit the web site: www.jamestownrichamber.com

Departing from Conanicut Marina, at
One Ferry Wharf.

Museum of Yachting

The Museum of Yachting, located at Ft. Adams, celebrates the history of yachting through its displays of paintings, photos, boating paraphernalia and various vessels. Learn about the history of the America’s Cup races and much more. Open daily 10am to 5pm, May through October.

Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors and kids.
($1 off with your ferry ticket).

For more information call: (401) 847-1018 or visit the web site: www.MOY.org.

Departing from the water taxi dock directly opposite the visitors center.

Newport's Bowens Wharf

Specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries and an active waterfront make this a perfect place for people watching, yacht-viewing, shopping, dining and enjoying the “City by the Sea”. From Bowen’s Wharf a great deal of Newport’s waterfront history and culture is within walking distance.

For more information call:
401 849 2243 or visit the web site: www.Bowenswharf.com

Departing from Market Square Bowen's Landing.

Newport's Fort Adams

Fort Adams Fort Adams is one of the largest seacoast fortifications built in the US; this fort provides a visual record of military history from the 1820’s to the end of WW II. The walls of the fort, the “listening tunnels”, and panoramic views of Narragansett Bay combine to make this an interesting and educational stop. Guided tours are available daily on the hour from 10am to 4pm beginning in mid-May. Admission is $8 adults, kids 5 and under admitted free. ($1 off with your ferry ticket). Ft. Adams State Park is the site of the Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals every summer.

For more information call: (401) 841-0707 or visit the web site: www.FortAdams.org.

Departing from the water taxi dock directly opposite the visitors center. Also this stop can connect with the Block Island Ferry. Additional departures during special events (see web site). Departures from Sail Newport by special request.

Perrotti Park

Perrotti Park located on America’s Cup Ave. between the Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina and the Marriott Hotel is also home to RIPTA’s Newport-Providence ferry. Next door; the Newport Gateway Center offers a wealth of tourist information. Trolleys, busses, cabs and tour companies are all on hand here.

For more information call:
(401) 423-9900 or visit the web site: www.conanicutmarina.com.

Departing adjacent to the Marriott Hotel. Also this stop can connect with the RIPTA Newport-Providence Ferry. Additional departures during special events (see web site).

Rose Island

Rose Island One mile offshore in the middle of Narragansett Bay lies Rose Island. The fully restored and functional lighthouse is a living piece of maritime history. Both the Rose Island Light Station and Ft. Hamilton are open for guided tours daily between 10am and 4pm from July 1st until Labor Day. Other activities include beachcombing, fishing, bird watching and swimming (no lifeguard). Picnic tables and public toilets are available. Landing Fees are $3 adults, $2 children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 and older. ($1 off with your ferry tickets.) Children under 6 & RILF members are not charged.

For more information call: (401) 847-4242 or visit the web site: www.RoseIsland.org.

Departing from the Rose Island floating dock.

One Ferry Wharf, Jamestown, Rhode Island, 02835 Phone: 401 423 9900 Boat: 401 864 2985 VHF: 71