- 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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Nestled along the Rhode Island coast, Narrangansett Beach is a particularly popular vacation destination in the spring and summer months. It is renowned for its cleanliness, sparkling sand and clear water.
10.9 Miles
Ninigret is a location that attracts a number of visitors throughout the year. Visitors commonly enjoy spending time on the nearby beaches or viewing the bronze statue of Indian chief Ninigret, the 'Guardian of Watch Hill'.
11.1 Miles
Rhode Island's only ski resort, Yawgoo Valley, is a great destination for the novice skier or for a fun day on the slopes for seasoned pros. Snowboarding, tubing, and ski lessons are also available, and the site includes a waterpark for warmer months.
11.2 Miles
Kayaking enthusiasts count on Narrow River Kayaks for top-quality rental kayaks, safety gear, souvenirs and other accoutrements. The company also offers guided kayak tours of the Narrangansett Coast. Reeservations are recommended.
11.6 Miles
The southern most point in Rhode Island, Napatree Point, is a 1.5 mile stretch of sand that now serves as a public beach and nature preserve. Visitors to the point enjoy strolling its length to see ospreys and the federally endangered piping plover.
11.7 Miles
A spacious, sandy shorefront in full view of the Watch Hill Lighthouse, East Beach, is one of Rhode Island's best kept secrets. With clean, ample bath and changing rooms, bring your kids out for sun, swim, and surf.
11.8 Miles
Stonington, Connecticut is home to the Saltwater Farm Vineyard. Its tasting room is open during the spring, summer and early autumn months, but closed in winter. Saltwater Farm Vineyard offers a wine subscription club and welcomes visitors to its tasting room.
11.8 Miles
Beautiful and serene, Watch Hill Beach is favorited by locals and travelers to the Watch Hill area. The beach features rock paths, a lighthouse, vintage carousel and nearby ice cream shops.
12.0 Miles
Watch Hill Light is a lighthouse which was originally constructed by order of President Thomas Jefferson. The lighthouse is 45 feet tall, and was automated in 1986. A small museum can be found on the lighthouse grounds.
12.3 Miles
Featuring an antique carousel, Watch Hill Carousel & Beach offers visitors scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is within walking distance of the downtown, which has shops and a lighthouse for visitors to see.