The Travelers’ Field Guide toRhode Island
Discover Rhode Island’s Hidden Gems and Unique Attractions
Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but it lives large in character. Seaside towns hum with salty air and clam shacks, city streets buzz with art and history, and quiet backroads lead to coves and countryside you don’t expect. From sunrises over the Atlantic to winding walks through colonial neighborhoods, the Ocean State proves that size has nothing to do with how much there is to see.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2025
Rhode Island Travel Resources
Rhode Island may be small, but planning a trip here still comes with choices—beaches or city streets, harbors or countryside backroads. While The Travelers’ Field Guide shares hidden corners and favorite stops, statewide resources can help you pull the details together. Start with Visit Rhode Island for trip ideas and itineraries, check Rhode Island State Parks for maps and camping spots, and use the Scenic Byways program to plan drives that show off the Ocean State’s best views. A mix of cultural, farm, and event guides round out the picture, making it easy to shape your own Rhode Island getaway.
Visit Rhode Island (Division of Tourism)
https://www.visitrhodeisland.com
The state’s official tourism site with trip ideas, itineraries, and regional highlights.
Rhode Island State Parks
https://riparks.com
Covers beaches, campgrounds, trails, and recreation areas across the state.
Rhode Island Scenic Byways
https://www.dot.ri.gov/travel/byways.php
Details on designated drives through coastal towns, farmland, and historic routes.
Rhode Island Division of Statewide Planning – Events Calendar
https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/events
A statewide listing of fairs, concerts, festivals, and seasonal celebrations.
Rhode Island Historical Society
https://www.rihs.org
Resources for history lovers, including museums, archives, and heritage sites.
Rhode Island Grown
https://www.rigrown.ri.gov
A guide to local farms, markets, vineyards, and seasonal products.
Amtrak – Rhode Island Travel
https://www.amtrak.com
Schedules and station details for rail travel in and out of Rhode Island, including Providence, Kingston, and Westerly.