LMF Posted September 3, 2011 #1 Share Posted September 3, 2011 I'm writing to say how much I enoyed Newport. i found this to be one of my favorite ports. The cliff walk is absolutely lovely---lots of waves crashing against the rocky shoreline. the mansions are interesting, but nature itself gives you a far more spectacular view. There is quite a bit of history here. The oldest continuously operating library and tavern! Both important stops. I had a great lobster bisque at the tavern (in door and outdoor seating). If I read the information right, the tavern was operated by the same family from the late 1600s through the early 1900s. We took a tour of the synagogue which was definately the highpoint of the stop. It is -- you guessed it--- the oldest operating synagogue in the United States. There's something for everyone, even great shopping! The best port for that as well. I almost didn't get off at this port, and it turned out to be my favorite. Be sure to take in this special destination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailBadtheSinner Posted September 3, 2011 #2 Share Posted September 3, 2011 You're preachin' to the choir on this; I love Newport. One of fav place to visit. The synagogue is Touro Synagogue, 85 Touro St, http://www.tourosynagogue.org/ which was dedicated in 1763. The tavern is the White Horse Tavern, 26 Marlborough St, http://whitehorsetavern.us/ The library is the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave, http://www.redwoodlibrary.org/ All are within walking distance of the tender dock. The Redwood Library is the furthest but I believe it and the Touro Synagogue are on the #67 bus route. LMF - If you enjoyed Cliff Walk, did you take an excursion that included a stop at Brenton Point State Park? SBtS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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