Bowen's Wharf designates itself as "The Anchor of Newport". With its vast history and 18th century commercial buildings, it is worth a visit. Here you will find shops, dining and of course, the water and boats. We did a quick walk through, not finding much...More

Be prepared to pay top dollar for food and gifts along the wharf. It has great views and many eating establishments and gift shops but it is a bit pricey and VERY crowded in the summer, especially on weekends.

It's a good place to visit as long as you prepare for lots of tourists and long lines for dining (at least in summer). Would have loved to have had a bit more sideway along the water.

Great place to go and walk around. So many shops to go to and the restaurants are just as good. Everyday we went to Bowen’s for one of our many meals

We visited Bowen's Wharf on a beautiful summer afternoon. There are many waterfront restaurants and some cute little shops. It's a fun and lively place to take a stroll or stop to grab a bite to eat or do a little shopping. One of the...More

We visited here to find somewhere to enjoy lunch in the sunshine and ended up at the Saltwater restaurant (See my other review). There are many shops & restaurants to enjoy here.

Great place to shop and grab a bite to eat, view boats on the water and people watch. This is the spot where you can purchase tickets to some of the cruises around the bay.