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    Bowen's Wharf

    343 Reviews
    #16 of 81 things to do in Newport
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    Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    13 Bowens Wharf, Newport, RI 02840-3004
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    “Bowen's Wharf, Historic Hill, St Mary's Church, White Horse Tavern”

    Newport is a seaside city known for its famous historic mansions and its rich sailing history. It... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    paularusia
    “Shop. Eat. Fun.”

    Great restaurants and shops. Nice walk overlooking the harbor. Enjoyed our Lobster Rolls and tee... read more

    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    BYKTYKE
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    Welcome to Newport's premiere year-round destination! Brick walks, granite quays, and 18th century commercial wharf buildings bring you back to Bowen's beginnings as a thriving seaport in one of the finest natural harbors in New England. Trading...more
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Bowen's Wharf, Historic Hill, St Mary's Church, White Horse Tavern

    Newport is a seaside city known for its famous historic mansions and its rich sailing history. It also has more colonial houses and public buildings than any other city in America. Every other building you see has a National Registry Plaque on its facade. A...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    1  Thank paularusia
    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    Shop. Eat. Fun.

    Great restaurants and shops. Nice walk overlooking the harbor. Enjoyed our Lobster Rolls and tee shirt shopping.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank BYKTYKE
    Reviewed October 30, 2018
    Great Area to Shop and Eat

    We walked around this area and did some souvenir shopping - great selections of various kinds of food, snacks, clothing, knick-knacks. Anchor Toffee offered free samples and we had to buy some.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank MimiandPapa2862
    Reviewed October 8, 2018
    Lots to see and do

    What a cute area. Lots of restaurants and bars. Cute shops to walk around and look into. Freshly baked cookies at the cookie shop and nice art galleries as well. Good way to spend several hours if you are in the area.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank BusyMomNH
    Reviewed September 16, 2018 via mobile
    A microcosm of Newport

    It’s one of the most famous spots in Newport for a reason — along with adjacent Bannister’s Wharf, Bowen’s is a one-of-a-kind place for shopping, dining, and people-watching. Given that it’s right on the water, it makes sense that you feel connected to the sea...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank AlexB10499
    Reviewed September 14, 2018
    so much to do

    This is the place where you'll find all your shops, restaurants and bars. Easy walking distance to hotels and easy to get around.

    Date of experience: September 2018
    1  Thank christine_be2
    Reviewed September 9, 2018
    Fun place to walk around

    I spend quite a bit of time wandering around here. It is a good place to eat, shop and enjoy the Newport ambiance.

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Red_Cat_Kayaker
    Reviewed September 1, 2018
    Great place to hang out

    Beautiful place to spend time. Many shops, galleries, coffees spots and restaurants. Of course every thing is on the expensive side. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a sailing cruise.

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Yelena892
    Reviewed September 1, 2018
    The Place for Sailors

    We absolutely LOVE Newport, RI!!! Being sailors from the Midwest (Michigan), we love the atmosphere of everything boats and water. In my humble opinion, this is the sailing mecca of the East Coast and quite possibly the entire United States! Bowen's Wharf gets you right...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank ScottB3321
    Reviewed August 28, 2018
    Very Quaint

    Nice to walk through and look at all the restaurants and shops and people watch. If you are lucky enough to get a chair or bench to sit down you can people watch for hours. Lots of restaurants and shops too.

    Date of experience: August 2018
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    October 2, 2018|
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    Response from AJandCin | Reviewed this property |
    Would be crowded. Make reservations to eat if possible. Walk a way to park car in garage. Can be a bit pricey.
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    charm478
    September 24, 2017|
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    Response from sanitationgirl2000 | Reviewed this property |
    across the street is Thames street. Its like many blocks of parking Facing the main road which you will cross over to get to the wharf. Its VERY difficult to find parking. I was there at 10:30 and couldnt find anything on... More
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    Response from Traci P | Reviewed this property |
    Usually 6-7pm
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