RHODE ISLAND

Bristol and Warren

Thames Waterside Bar and Grill, Thames St., Bristol, R.I.

Flags overlooking Bristol Harbor at Firefighters Memorial Park, Thames St., Bristol, R.I.

Jesse James Antiques, State St., Bristol, R.I.

Wedding planning couples can find jewelers, photographers, venues, and a bakery. The East Bay Bike Path draws cyclists, and Bristol Harbor brings in kayakers, sailors and boaters. You can find both electric and non-electric bike rentals in town. Museums, historic houses, and a self-guided walking tour immerse the visitor in 17th and 18th century life. Nearby Warren is an eclectic mix of antique shops, art galleries and a large gift shop. Being on the water, both towns have many waterview restaurants including seafood, tavern style, French, Italian, Mexican and contemporary menus. Lower key than Newport, Bristol and Warren offer a small town atmosphere with shopping and eating choices boasting bay views. (Less)

Bristol and Warren, Rhode Island

Bristol is overflowing with patriotic feeling as evidenced in the red, white and blue lines down the center of Hope St. Their 4th of July parade is the oldest in America being the first town to celebrate Independence Day in 1775. The town shops offer antiques, home decor, artwork, and women's clothing. Wedding planners can find jewelers, photographers, venues, and a bakery. The East Bay Bike Path draws cyclists, and Bristol Harbor brings in kayakers, sailors and boaters. You can find both electric and non-electric bike rentals in town. Museums, historic houses, and a self-guided walking tour immerse the visitor in 17th and 18th century life. Nearby Warren is an eclectic mix of antique shops, art galleries and a large gift shop. Being on the water, both towns have many waterview restaurants including seafood, tavern style, French, Italian, Mexican and contemporary menus. Lower key than Newport, Bristol and Warren offer a small town atmosphere with shopping and eating choices boasting bay views.

Shops

Bristol Shops

A Jour Jewelry - MOVED 1 mile from downtown; unique jewelry designs; rings, pendants, earrings; custom jewelry; 325 Metacom Ave., Bristol 401-254-2565 WEBSITE
Bead House - CLOSED; bead shop; jewelry; 11 Constitution St., Bristol 401-253-1188 WEBSITE
Cake Gallery - cakes, pastries, pies; gluten-free items; custom wedding & occasion cakes; limited seating; 555 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-1911 WEBSITE
Caron Jewelers - full service long time family jewelry store; unique designs, gemstones, pearls, precious metals, engagement and wedding jewelry, watch and jewelry repair; 473 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-9460 WEBSITE
Constitution Braided Rugs - factory store for braided rugs; many colors; call for appointment, ring bell; 125 Thames St., Bristol 401-253-3409 WEBSITE
Gorman Clocks - elegant clocks, unique gifts, sundials, door knockers, signs; new and antique items; clock repair and restoration; 499 Hope St., Bristol 401-835-5119 WEBSITE
Green River Silver - sterling silver artisan made imported jewelry; 297 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-5005 WEBSITE
Harbor Bath and Body - CLOSED; bath and body products, accessories and jewelry; 251 Thames St., Bristol 401-396-9170 WEBSITE
Jackie's Loft Boutique - women's clothing boutique; 448 Thames St., Bristol 401-254-4251 WEBSITE
Just Ducky - children's consignment clothing; brand names; 34B Gooding Ave., Bristol 401-253-6335 WEBSITE
Kate & Co. - home decor items, glassware, bath and body products; nautical themes; 301 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-3117 WEBSITE
Linden Place Museum - historic nineteenth century mansion & gardens; seasonal guided and self-guided tours, museum store; 500 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-0390 WEBSITE
Luna Sea - gifts, crafts, baby products, greeting cards, natural oils; 259 Thames St., Bristol 401-256-0485 WEBSITE
Magick Mirror Gift Shop - CLOSED; gifts, books, tarot readings; 17 State St., Bristol 401-254-2200 WEBSITE
Oliveira Textiles - home decor items, fabrics, custom orders, unique designs; 220 High St., Bristol 401-396-9194 WEBSITE
Paper Packaging & Panache - stationery, gifts, souvenirs; 418 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-2273 WEBSITE
Roxie's Upscale Consignment Shop - consignment clothing; Little Roxie's next door has children's resale clothing; limited hours; 75 Church St., Bristol 401-253-4020 WEBSITE
Sand Dollar - gift shop; nautically themed items; jewelry, home decor, unique items; 54 State St., Bristol 803-487-2628 WEBSITE
Sea Rose Cottage/Studio - sells decorative paint by Annie Sloan, plus waxes, supplies; hours vary; 21 Constitution St., Bristol 401-254-1166 WEBSITE
Sea Star Treasures - local artists' work on display; themes include mermaids, shells, dolphins, sea glass; 39 State St., Bristol 401-714-8806 WEBSITE
Second Helpings - furniture and home decor consignment shop; 32 Gooding Ave., Bristol 401-396-9600 WEBSITE
Sue Casa - high end designer home decor and furniture; check hours; 39 State St., Bristol 401-396-9904 WEBSITE
Therapy Boutique - women's clothing boutique; accessories; located inside New Leaf Hair Studio; also, online store; 18 State St., Bristol 401-254-9333 WEBSITE
Thirds Clothing Consignment Shop - consignment clothing next to Second Helpings; 34 Gooding Ave., Bristol 401-253-1920 WEBSITE

Antiques

Epilogues - antiques, art work, home decor; 278 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-8958 WEBSITE
Grasmere - antiques, vintage items, crafts, jewelry, pottery, unique decor; 6 Franklin St., Bristol 401-247-2789 WEBSITE
Jesse James Antiques & Chair Caning - European antiques from seventeenth to nineteenth century; furniture, tea sets, china; 44 State St., Bristol 401-253-2240 WEBSITE
Meeting House - varied collection of antiques; 47 Water St., Warren 401-247-7043 WEBSITE
Robin Jenkins Antiques - CLOSED; now Epilogues; art, and antiques, home decor; 278 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-8958 WEBSITE
Warren Exchange - coins, jewelry, antiques bought and sold; free appraisals; 175 Main St., Warren 401-245-5001 WEBSITE
Waterhouse Antiques - antique furnishings, art; 845 Main St., Warren 401-245-0142 WEBSITE
Water Street Antiques - home furnishings, art; 15 Church St., Warren 401-245-6440 WEBSITE

Galleries

30 Cutler Street Gallery - home to many artists; open to the public; 220-230 Cutler St., Warren 401-247-9204 WEBSITE
Bristol Art Museum - exhibitions, events; limited hours; Hope and Wardwell Streets, Bristol 401-253-2250 WEBSITE
Don's Art Shop - art supplies, gallery; 543 Main St., Warren 401-245-4583 WEBSITE
Imago Foundation for the Arts - gallery, exhibitions, events; 36 Market St., Warren 401-245-3348 WEBSITE
Mint Gallery - gallery of art work and fine crafts made by local and international artists; also, events, and an online store; 423 Hope St., Bristol 401-371-6468 WEBSITE
Mosaic Arts Gallery - colorful mosaics, many subjects; open limited hours or by appointment; 60 1/2 Oliver St., Bristol 401-569-8964 WEBSITE
Paint Studio Gallery - open by appointment; located on Thames St.; Thames St., Bristol 401-835-2996 WEBSITE
Top Drawer at the Brass - gallery, exhibitions, classes, events; 16 Cutler St., Warren 401-289-2894 WEBSITE

Warren Shops

Alfred's Consignments - furniture, art, tableware, decorations; 840 Main St., Warren 401-245-3101 WEBSITE
Antique & Decorating Wherehouse - CLOSED; home furnishings, furniture; interior design services; 160 Water St., Warren 401-245-2483 WEBSITE
Blue Suede - CLOSED; leather boots and handbags, jewelry, accessories; 91C Main St., Warren 401-337-5877 WEBSITE
Gob Shop - sporting goods, apparel, custom orders for groups; 465 Main St., Warren 401-245-4800 WEBSITE
Imagine Gift Store - three floors of New England gifts & more; ice cream parlor, candy shop; 5 Miller St., Warren 401-245-4235 WEBSITE
Ink Fish Books - independent bookstore; author events, new and used books, gifts, cards; 488 Main St., Warren 401-368-6827 WEBSITE
In Your Ear Records - new and used records and cd's; 462 Main St., Warren 401-245-9840 WEBSITE
Luca Boutique - infant and young children's designer clothing consignment; also, maternity clothing; 193 Water St., Warren 401-289-2251 WEBSITE

Shopping Info - explorebristolri.com; list of shops in Bristol with map WEBSITE

General Information

Bristol Visitor Center - brochures, restroom, parking information, maps, tickets, general travel assistance; 400 Hope St., Bristol 401-410-0040 WEBSITE
Bristol Visitor Info - explorebristolri.com; list of shops in Bristol with map; events, places to stay, dining, marine services, general info WEBSITE
General Rhode Island Info - visitrhodeisland.com; vacation guide, planning information, activities, dining, maps WEBSITE
General town info - bristolri.us; town website WEBSITE
Newport Website - discovernewport.com; lots of information and pictures about Newport and surrounding towns WEBSITE
Town Visitor Info - discoverbristol.com; attractions, accommodations, map, dining, events WEBSITE

Restaurants

Aidan's Irish Pub - extensive food & beer menus; entrees, sandwiches, salads, entertainment schedule; 5 John St., Bristol 401-254-1940 WEBSITE
Angelina's - coffee, desserts; art on display; 301 Hope St., Bristol 401-396-5592 WEBSITE
Beach House - waterfront lunch and dinner restaurant on East Bay Bike Path; walk to downtown Bristol; seafood, pasta, flatbreads, salads; 805 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-1566 WEBSITE
Beehive Cafe - breakfast, lunch restaurant serving locally sourced high quality foods; sandwiches, salads, soups, breakfast entrees; Thurs.-Sat. dinner menu; 10 Franklin St., Bristol 401-396-9994 WEBSITE
Blount Clam Shack on the Waterfront - seasonal clam shack serving lobster, lobster rolls, clam cakes, fried seafood, chowder; outdoor seating; call to check if bad weather; 335 Water St., Warren 401-245-3210 WEBSITE
Bristol Bagel Works - bagel shop; soups, sandwiches, pastries; seating; 420 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-1390 WEBSITE
Bristol House of Pizza - pizza, calzones, grinders, salads, pasta; 55 State St., Bristol 401-253-2550 WEBSITE
Cake Gallery - cakes, pastries, pies; gluten-free items; custom wedding & occasion cakes; limited seating; 555 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-1911 WEBSITE
Casual Inn Restaurant - family owned dinner restaurant; seafood, steak, chicken entrees; Portuguese and Italian inspired choices; 170 Franklin St., Bristol 401-253-0204 WEBSITE
Christian's - CLOSED; wood fired grill serving dinner; pizzas, burgers, seafood, pasta, steaks; 382 Thames St., Bristol 401-396-9811 WEBSITE
Daily Scoop - ice cream and frozen yogurt shop; also, sorbet, sherbert; 446B Thames St., Bristol 401-254-2223 WEBSITE
DeWolf Tavern - breakfast, lunch, dinner; waterfront deck; 259 Thames St., Bristol 401-254-2005 WEBSITE
Gray's Ice Cream - seasonal location for Gray's Ice Cream of Tiverton; Grays on the Dock is located on the waterfront in downtown Bristol; 259 Thames St., Bristol 401-624-4500 WEBSITE
Hope Diner - breakfast and lunch diner; 742 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-1759 WEBSITE
Judge Roy Bean Saloon - tavern serving dinner nightly plus lunch on weekends; salads, entrees, burgers; scheduled live music; 1 State St., Bristol 401-253-7400 WEBSITE
Le Central - French dishes, seafood soups & entrees; lunch, dinner, brunch menus; 483 Hope St., Bristol 401-396-9965 WEBSITE
Leo's Ristorante - Italian and American entrees; also, white and classic pizzas; lunch and dinner menu; 365 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-9300 WEBSITE
Lobster Pot - harborside seafood restaurant serving lobster, raw bar, quahog chowder, salads, sandwiches, pasta, steak, burgers; lunch and dinner menus; 119 Hope St. 401-253-9100 WEBSITE
Nacho Mamma's - casual counter serve Mexican restaurant; also, burger and pizza special; limited seating; takeout; catering; 76 State St., Bristol 401-396-9858 WEBSITE
Narragansett Provision Co. - breakfast, lunch, coffee; 259 Thames St. Landing, Bristol 401-253-4700 WEBSITE
Papa Joe's Wrap Shack - wide variety of wraps, plus specialty pizzas; 567 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-9911 WEBSITE
Persimmon Bristol - MOVED TO East Side of Providence; fine dining; 31 State St., Bristol WEBSITE
Quito's Restaurant & Bar - seafood restaurant on waterfront; 411 Thames St., Bristol 401-253-4500 WEBSITE
Redlefsen's Restaurant - CLOSED; European and seafood dishes, German specialties, Octoberfest events; 444 Thames St., Bristol 401-254-1188 WEBSITE
Roberto's Ristorante - Italian style; dinner menu; 450 Hope St., Bristol 401-254-9732 WEBSITE
Sip-N-Dip - coffee, donuts and ice cream near Independence Park and the East Bay Bike Path; 775 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-7970 WEBSITE
SS Dion Restaurant - harbor side seafood restaurant serving lunch and dinner; seasonal outdoor seating, gluten free options, kids menu; 520 Thames St., Bristol 401-253-2884 WEBSITE
Statesman Tavern - locally sourced creative menu in American tavern atmosphere; 31 State St., Bristol 401-396-5115 WEBSITE
Sunset Cafe - family owned breakfast and lunch restaurant; 499 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-1910 WEBSITE
Thames Waterside Bar & Grill - waterfront location; seasonal service on deck; weekend entertainment; 251 Thames St., Bristol 401-253-4523 WEBSITE
Wood Street Pizza and Bakery - pizza, hot dogs, bakery; 366 Wood St., Bristol 401-254-0852 WEBSITE

Dining Overview - discovernewport.org; restaurant listings for Newport and surrounding towns WEBSITE
List of Restaurants - explorebristolri.com; dining information; restaurant descriptions with map WEBSITE

Accommodations

Bradford-Dimond-Norris House - historic eighteenth century house in downtown; 474 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-6338 WEBSITE
Bristol Guest Suites - three units in town: Garden Loft, Sailor's Loft, Harbor Loft; 620 and 649 Hope St., 9 Church St., Bristol 401-253-7412 WEBSITE
Bristol Harbor Inn - waterfront boutique hotel, some rooms w/fireplace, waterviews; also, apartments, penthouses; 259 Thames St., Bristol 401-254-1444 WEBSITE
Bristol Sails Cottage - weekly cottage style 2 bed/1 bath rental overlooking bay on small private beach; weekends rates; Bristol 508-865-7838 WEBSITE
Courtyard by Marriott Middletown - CHANGED TO Sonesta Select; Wi-Fi, on-site dining; 12 miles from Bristol; 9 Commerce Dr., Middletown 401-849-8000 WEBSITE
Escobar's Farmhouse Inn - located ; 6 miles from Bristol; 2072 East Main Rd., Portsmouth 401-835-8813 WEBSITE
Governor Bradford House at Mt. Hope Farm - 250 Metacom Ave., Bristol 401-254-9300 WEBSITE
Hampton Inn & Suites Middletown - complimentary hot buffet brkfst., Wi-Fi, indoor pool; 317 W. Main Rd., Middletown 401-848-6555 WEBSITE
Holiday Inn Express Middletown - buffet breakfast, indoor pool, Wi-Fi; 12 miles from Bristol; 855 W. Main Rd., Middletown 401-848-7128 WEBSITE
Howard Johnson Inn Middletown - pool, Wi-Fi, pet-friendly, next door to Applebee's;12 miles from Bristol; 351 W. Main Rd., Middletown 401-849-2000 WEBSITE
Point Pleasant Inn - waterfront resort, European style, outdoor pool, short drive to downtown; 333 Poppasquash Rd., Bristol 401-253-0627 WEBSITE
Residence Inn by Marriott Middletown - complimentary hot buffet brkfst., Wi-Fi; 12 miles from Bristol; 325 W. Main Rd., Middletown 401-845-2005 WEBSITE
Roger Williams University Conf. Ctr. Bay Pt. Inn - university housing available in summer only; 4 miles from Bristol; 144 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth 401-683-3600 WEBSITE
Shamrock Farm Inn - CLOSED; romantic country inn; garden & pond; rooms w/jacuzzi & fireplace; last minute rates; 10 mi. from Bristol; 465 Union St., Bristol 401-851-1240 WEBSITE
The Gardener's Apartment - five room furnished apartment in downtown; sleeps 4; includes parking; 49 Oliver St., Bristol 401-253-9131 WEBSITE
Walker's Landing - four bedroom rental or b&b overlooking Walker's Cove; short walk to town; 20 Hope St., Bristol 401-396-9505 WEBSITE
William's Grant Inn - historic federal style colonial, full breakfast, fireplaces, short walk to shops; 154 High St., Bristol 401-253-4222 WEBSITE

Last Minute Deals - discovernewport.org; last minute deals for accommodations in area towns WEBSITE
Lodging Information - discovernewport.org; Bristol and other area towns info from discovernewport.org WEBSITE

Events, Activities, Attractions

Audubon Society of R.I. Environmntl. Edu. Ctr. - natural history museum & aquarium, walking trails, boardwalk overlooking bay; 1401 Hope St., Bristol 401-245-7500 WEBSITE
Blithewold Mansion, Garden & Arboretum - historic property w/ bay view gardens; events; April tea, Christmas; gift shop; 101 Ferry Rd., Rt.114, Bristol 401-253-2707 WEBSITE
Boating in Bristol - CLOSED at this location; kayak and bicycle rentals; 251 Thames St., Bristol 401-312-3899 WEBSITE
Bristol Art Museum - exhibitions, events; limited hours; Hope and Wardwell Streets, Bristol 401-253-2250 WEBSITE
Bristol Bikes - bike sales and rentals; electric and non-electric bikes; bike conversions to electric; located downtown near East Bay Bike Path; 267 Thames St., Bristol 401-675-2000 WEBSITE
Bristol Historical & Preservation Society - museum in 1828 jail; seasonal walking tour with costumed guide; house tour Sep. 2019; ck hours; 48 Court St., Bristol 401-253-7223 WEBSITE
Bristol Marine - boating information; marina services; 99 Poppasquash Rd., Bristol 401-253-2200 WEBSITE
Bristol Town Beach and Sports Complex - pebbly town beach, seasonal lifeguards and concessions, playground; 50 Asylum Rd., Bristol 401-253-1611 WEBSITE
Bristol Town Common - playground, gazebo for Concerts on Common; music series; carnival during the 4th of July Festival; State St./Wood St. WEBSITE
Coggeshall Farm Museum - reproduction of a late ; 1800's farm w/costumed interpreters; events, heirloom garden w/sees for purchase; 1 Colt Dr., Bristol 401-253-9062 WEBSITE
Green Animals Topiary Garden - topiary garden overlooking Narragansett Bay; open seasonally; 380 Cory's Lane, Portsmouth 401-683-1267 WEBSITE
Greenvale Vineyards - tours, tastings, ck website for schedule, Jazz Saturday's May thru Nov. sound on! ; 582 Wapping Rd., Portsmouth 401-847-3777 WEBSITE
Herreshoff Marine Museum/America's Cup Hall of Fame - exhibits, regattas, educational programs, sailing school, museum shop; 1 Burnside St., Bristol 401-253-5000 WEBSITE
Imagine Gift Store - three floors of New England gifts & more; ice cream parlor, candy shop; 5 Miller St., Warren 401-245-4235 WEBSITE
Independence Park - picturesque park located on Bristol Harbor in downtown Bristol; boat ramps, restrooms; end of East Bay bike path; Thames St./Franklin St. WEBSITE
Linden Place Museum - historic nineteenth century mansion & gardens; seasonal guided and self-guided tours, museum store; 500 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-0390 WEBSITE
Mount Hope Farm - historic preserved farm & grounds on Mt. Hope Bay; events, farmers market, Governor Bradford Inn onsite; 250 Metacom Ave., Bristol 401-254-9300 WEBSITE
Prudence Island Ferry - small ferry from downtown Bristol to Prudence Island; low cost way to see Bristol Harbor; bicycles, passengers, cars; need reservations for cars; Church St. Wharf/Thames St. 401-253-9808 WEBSITE
Roger Williams University - liberal arts university located in Bristol on Mt. Hope Bay; 1 Old Ferry Rd., Bristol 401-253-1040 WEBSITE
Roger Williams University Theatre - university students perform; summer schedule plus year round; 1 Old Ferry Rd., Bristol 401-254-3666 WEBSITE
Sakonnet Vineyards - tours, wine tasting, open year round, summer lawn concerts; 170 West Main Rd., Little Compton 401-635-8486 WEBSITE
Westport Rivers - tours, tastings, summer music series, art gallery, ck schedule; 417 Hix Bridge Rd., Westport, Massachusetts 508-636-3423 WEBSITE
Art Night Gallery and Open Studios Tours - free trolley ride to visit open studios at art galleries in Bristol and Warren on last Thursday night of month May-August; check schedule WEBSITE
Bristol Ferry Lighthouse - information about the lighthouse at the foot of Mt. Hope Bridge; not open to public WEBSITE
Bristol Independent Galleries - galleries promoting art in the East Bay area; occasional events such as Arts & Antiques Saturday's WEBSITE
Bristol Self-Guided Walking Tour - explorebristolri.com; list of 22 historical points; pick up brochure w/map at the Town Visitor Center WEBSITE
Coastal Wine Trail of Southeastern New England - map and directions to 9 vineyards along the New England coast; overview of each; events WEBSITE
East Bay Bike Path - 14.5 mile bike path ending at Independence Park in downtown Bristol WEBSITE
Fourth of July in Bristol - oldest annual celebration in nation; 3 weeks of celebrations starting Flag Day, June 14th WEBSITE
List of Boat Charters and Tours - discovernewport.org; list of Rhode Island boat tours, rentals; including Newport, Portsmouth, Bristol; ferry info WEBSITE
Overview Bristol Harbor - general information about Bristol Harbor, anchorage and dockage WEBSITE
Parks, Beaches and Boat Launches - many parks, playgrounds, boat ramps throughout town; overview by Parks & Rec. Dept.WEBSITE
Quahog Festival and Art Festival in Warren - annual quahog seafood festival and art festival with live music in Burr's Hill Park, Warren, third full weekend in July WEBSITE
Wedding Planning in Bristol - explorebristolri.com; list of resources for your wedding; receptions, florists, catering WEBSITE

Kids

Audubon Society of R.I. Environmntl. Edu. Ctr. - natural history museum & aquarium, walking trails, boardwalk overlooking bay; 1401 Hope St., Bristol 401-245-7500 WEBSITE
Blithewold Mansion, Garden & Arboretum - historic property w/ bay view gardens; events; April tea, Christmas; gift shop; 101 Ferry Rd., Rt.114, Bristol 401-253-2707 WEBSITE
Boating in Bristol - CLOSED at this location; kayak and bicycle rentals; 251 Thames St., Bristol 401-312-3899 WEBSITE
Bristol Art Museum - exhibitions, events; limited hours; Hope and Wardwell Streets, Bristol 401-253-2250 WEBSITE
Bristol Bikes - bike sales and rentals; electric and non-electric bikes; bike conversions to electric; located downtown near East Bay Bike Path; 267 Thames St., Bristol 401-675-2000 WEBSITE
Bristol Historical & Preservation Society - museum in 1828 jail; seasonal walking tour with costumed guide; house tour Sep. 2019; ck hours; 48 Court St., Bristol 401-253-7223 WEBSITE
Bristol Marine - boating information; marina services; 99 Poppasquash Rd., Bristol 401-253-2200 WEBSITE
Bristol Town Beach and Sports Complex - pebbly town beach, seasonal lifeguards and concessions, playground; 50 Asylum Rd., Bristol 401-253-1611 WEBSITE
Bristol Town Common - playground, gazebo for Concerts on Common; music series; carnival during the 4th of July Festival; State St./Wood St. WEBSITE
Coggeshall Farm Museum - reproduction of a late ; 1800's farm w/costumed interpreters; events, heirloom garden w/sees for purchase; 1 Colt Dr., Bristol 401-253-9062 WEBSITE
Green Animals Topiary Garden - topiary garden overlooking Narragansett Bay; open seasonally; 380 Cory's Lane, Portsmouth 401-683-1267 WEBSITE
Herreshoff Marine Museum/America's Cup Hall of Fame - exhibits, regattas, educational programs, sailing school, museum shop; 1 Burnside St., Bristol 401-253-5000 WEBSITE
Imagine Gift Store - three floors of New England gifts & more; ice cream parlor, candy shop; 5 Miller St., Warren 401-245-4235 WEBSITE
Independence Park - picturesque park located on Bristol Harbor in downtown Bristol; boat ramps, restrooms; end of East Bay bike path; Thames St./Franklin St. WEBSITE
Linden Place Museum - historic nineteenth century mansion & gardens; seasonal guided and self-guided tours, museum store; 500 Hope St., Bristol 401-253-0390 WEBSITE
Mount Hope Farm - historic preserved farm & grounds on Mt. Hope Bay; events, farmers market, Governor Bradford Inn onsite; 250 Metacom Ave., Bristol 401-254-9300 WEBSITE
Prudence Island Ferry - small ferry from downtown Bristol to Prudence Island; low cost way to see Bristol Harbor; bicycles, passengers, cars; need reservations for cars; Church St. Wharf/Thames St. 401-253-9808 WEBSITE
Roger Williams University - liberal arts university located in Bristol on Mt. Hope Bay; 1 Old Ferry Rd., Bristol 401-253-1040 WEBSITE
Roger Williams University Theatre - university students perform; summer schedule plus year round; 1 Old Ferry Rd., Bristol 401-254-3666 WEBSITE
Bristol Ferry Lighthouse - information about the lighthouse at the foot of Mt. Hope Bridge; not open to public WEBSITE
Bristol Self-Guided Walking Tour - explorebristolri.com; list of 22 historical points; pick up brochure w/map at the Town Visitor Center WEBSITE
Bristol Theatre Company - Summer Theatre Group; children's performances; 401-480-2061 WEBSITE
East Bay Bike Path - 14.5 mile bike path ending at Independence Park in downtown Bristol WEBSITE
Fourth of July in Bristol - oldest annual celebration in nation; 3 weeks of celebrations starting Flag Day, June 14th WEBSITE
List of Boat Charters and Tours - discovernewport.org; list of Rhode Island boat tours, rentals; including Newport, Portsmouth, Bristol; ferry info WEBSITE
Overview Bristol Harbor - general information about Bristol Harbor, anchorage and dockage WEBSITE
Parks, Beaches and Boat Launches - many parks, playgrounds, boat ramps throughout town; overview by Parks & Rec. Dept.WEBSITE
Quahog Festival and Art Festival in Warren - annual quahog seafood festival and art festival with live music in Burr's Hill Park, Warren, third full weekend in July WEBSITE

Enjoy the Oldest Independence Day Parade on the 4th of July in Bristol, Rhode Island, June 2019

Fourth of July in Bristol - annual three weeks of celebration starting Flag Day, June 14th - oldest in America

Art Night Gallery and Open Studios Tour, Bristol and Warren - last Thursday night of the month, May - August

Annual Warren Quahog Festival and Warren Art Festival, Burr's Hill Park, Warren, third full weekend in July

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