- Our list of the best things to do in Charlestown, Rhode Island, features the top 318 nearby activities — including 148 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Charlestown, RI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 17 things to do within the city of Charlestown, RI , followed by 301 popular activities in nearby cities, including Newport, Westerly, Groton, North Kingstown, Narragansett, New London, Mystic, Middletown, Jamestown, East Greenwich, Warwick, Wakefield, Stonington, Mashantucket, Coventry, Uncasville, Portsmouth, Norwich, Watch Hill, Wickford, Waterford, Misquamicut, Montauk, Bristol, Exeter and Saunderstown
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Originally a trading post, Smith's Castle began development in 1637. The castle has rich history involving Native Americans and British Troops, it is a significant landmark of the American Revolution.
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Built in the late 17th century, Smith's Castle is a historic house and museum that is home to a large selection of historic artifacts and exhibits. Visitors commonly enjoy seeing the original furniture, artwork, and other artifacts during their visit.
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The Freedom Schooner Amistad in Mystic, Connecticut is a wooden ship built in honor of the slave ship Amistad, which experienced a mutiny while transporting slaves between the United States and the Carribbean. The Freedom Schooner Amistad is dedicated to fostering goodwill and respect between all races.
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Cruising the waters around Mystic, Connecticut, Argia Cruises offers four-hour daytime and sunset cruises aboard an 81-foot sailing vessel. The daily tours accommodate up to 48 passengers. Argia Cruises also accepts charter bookings with advance notice.
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A haven for devotees of handcrafted wooden boats, the Mystic Seaport is a charming port in Connecticut. It features rental slips, a museum, shops and a working repair yard. It is also the venue for Mystic's annual wooden boat show.
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75 Greenmanville Ave, 7, Mystic, CT 06355
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Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America & the Sea offers a variety of nautical history exhibits and artifacts along with historic vessels and buildings. The museum also hosts several public events and programs.
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Seaside Shadows
10 Cottrell Street, Mystic River Park, Mystic, CT 06247
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As a ghost tour, Seaside Shadows takes visitors on a walking trip through cemeteries and the downtown area while narrating the history of famous individuals from the town. The tour guide gives tips for taking psychic pictures with cameras.
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From boarding to storage, Masons Island Marina offers visitors a range of services for their boats. From the marina, visitors have access to Mystic Harbor and can explore the nearby islands, such as Andrews Island and Sixpenny Island.
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The Briggs Boesch Farm is an organic farm that grows fruits and vegetables without using any fertilizers or synthetic pesticides. The farm is open to the public and contains hiking areas and paths.
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Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island is a verdant expanse managed by the Rhode Island Division of Parks & Recreation. It is a lovely place to hike, bike, relax, picnic or engage in birdwatching and nature photography.