Explore Things to Do in Rhode Island
Welcome to Rhode Island - America’s smallest state with an outsized charm, rich history, and stunning coastal beauty. Explore the elegant mansions and scenic Cliff Walk of Newport, relax on sandy beaches along the state’s 400 miles of shoreline, or wander the vibrant streets of Providence with its world-class dining, arts, and culture. Discover quaint coastal towns, sail on Narragansett Bay, and enjoy fresh seafood straight from local waters. From historic landmarks and seaside escapes to lively festivals and outdoor adventures, Rhode Island offers a delightful getaway with something for every traveler.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Rhode Island - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Rhode Island, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Rhode Island to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Mid-Day Fun In The Sun Half Day Tour
4 Hours • All ages • Up to 6 passengers
Newport
Private Tours
Generations Charters
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Seal Watching Tour
$70 per Person | View migrating harbor seals on their journey South
North Kingstown
Kayak
Kayak Centre of Rhode Island
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Newport Grand Mansion Trolley Tour with The Breakers
3 Hours • Ages 6+ (Sorry Young Childredn Not Permitted) • Tour the The Breakers Mansion
Newport
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Trolley
Viking Tours of Newport
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Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport with Elms Admission
Historic Bus Tour
Newport
3 hours
Wicked Awesome Tours of Newport
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Lobster Tours
Fresh Caught Lobsta and seafood
Newport
5 hours
ArchAngel Fishing Charters
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Teen Event
Ages 13-17 • 2 hours • Up to 36 guests
Providence
2 hours
Private Tours
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Special Events aboard Tabasco
Prices Vary • Call For More Info • Up to 6 Guests
Newport
Customizable
Private Tours
Sea Newport
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Newport Seal & Lighthouse Tour
Family-friendly two-hour tour
4 Hour Private Charter in Narragansett Bay
Private Charter in Narragansett Bay with a complimentary charcuterie board and beverage.
4 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
SY Tree of Life LLC
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Six-Passenger LSVs
Ages 18+ to rent • Hourly & daily rentals • Discounts offered on 3-7 Day Rentals
Go Sailing Explore All
Small Group Private Charter - Newport
Captain/Fuel pricing separate • 3 hour • Up to 6 Passengers • Catering options available
Newport
3 hours
Private Tours
Latitude 41 Catamaran Charter
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ASA 101 Basic Keelboat certification
Ages 16+ • 3-day Course • Learn to Sail • For Beginners • starting at $955
Barrington
3 Days: 9am-5pm Each day consists of classroom
Narragansett Sailing
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Sunset Cruise: Share the Magic of the Bay
A Private Sunset Sail for Up to 4 Guests - ages 18+, 150$ per student
Barrington
2.00 hours
Private Tours
Narragansett Sailing
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Sail "TRIM AGAIN" Romantic Sunset
1.5 Hours | Max 6 People | Amazing sunsets! $500
Watch Hill
Private Tours
Sail Trim Again
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Sail "TRIM AGAIN" Morning Glory, or Afternoon Delight, or Sea Breeze Sail.
1.5 Hours | Departing 1000, 1, 300 | Max 6 People | Sail in calm waters!
Watch Hill
Private Tours
Sail Trim Again
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Private Charter – Parasailing Tour
1.5 Hours • Includes up to 12 people
Private Tours
Island Style Parasail
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Marine Diesel Course
ages 16 + - Two 7 Hour Days - Hands-on class - starting at $590
Barrington
Two 7 hour days
Narragansett Sailing
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Newport Sail & Lunch At Oceancliff
Warwick
Farm, Sailing
Experience Rhode Island Tours
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Women's Conference 2026
One-day - Ages 16+ - 200$ ; Connect, learn, and build community with women who sail
Barrington
8 hours
Narragansett Sailing
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Visit Newport Explore All
Women in 18thc Newport
Schooner Aurora: New England Lobster Boil & Sunset Sail
The BEST way to see the City by the Sea this summer
Schooner Aurora: Father's Day Sail
Treat Dad to a two-hour sail aboard Schooner Aurora! Includes a boxed lunch & beer/wine/soft drinks.
Afternoon Two Hour Cruise
2 Hours • All ages • Up to 6 passengers
Newport
Private Tours
Generations Charters
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Newport Grand Mansion Trolley Tour with The Breakers
3 Hours • Ages 6+ (Sorry Young Childredn Not Permitted) • Tour the The Breakers Mansion
Newport
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Trolley
Viking Tours of Newport
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Afternoon Fun in the Sun Half Day Tour
4 Hours • All ages • Up to 6 passengers
Newport
Private Tours
Generations Charters
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1 Hour & 15 Min Harbor Cruise
Private | BYOB | Mansions | Yacht Clubs | Harbor Sights | Calm Waters
Newport
75 minutes
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Martini, LLC
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Four Day Rental with Delivery
All ages
Newport
Rentals
Island Adventures Inc.
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Hurrah - 2 Hour Private Sunset Sail
All Ages • Up to 6 People
Newport
2 Hours
Private Tours
McCurdy Yacht Charters LLC
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Bike Tours/Rental Explore All
Weekly 7 Day (Pedal) Bike Rental
ADULT and CHILDREN Bikes Available
Beach Bike Rental, Bike Rental, Multi-Day Tour
Little Compton Adventures
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Self-Guided eBike Tour
All ages - A True Island Adventure
Trek Townie GO! Step-thru E-Bike Rentals
All ages • Hourly & daily rentals
Newport
Bike Rental
Island Adventures Inc.
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2 Hour E-Bike Rental
Ages 16 and Up • Valid Driver's License
Bike Rental, E-Bike
Little Compton Adventures
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2 Day (Pedal) Bike Rental
ADULT and CHILDREN Bikes Available
Beach Bike Rental, Bike Rental, Multi-Day Tour
Little Compton Adventures
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3 Day (Pedal) Bike Rental
ADULT and CHILDREN Bikes Available
Beach Bike Rental, Bike Rental, Multi-Day Tour
Little Compton Adventures
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Townie Step-Over Traditional Bike Rentals
All ages • Hourly & daily rentals
Morning Coffee Ride, a 2+ Hour Bike (Pedal or E-Bike) Tour to GroundSwell Cafe In Tiverton, RI
ADULT and Teenager ONLY bikes included, or bring your own bike and join us.
Little Compton
Bike Tour, E-Bike, Farm
Little Compton Adventures
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Trek Townie GO! Step-thru E-Bike Rentals
All ages • Hourly & daily rentals
Townie Step-Thru Traditional Bike Rentals
All ages • Hourly & daily rentals
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Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Saturday, Dec 13th, 1PM, Bus Tour, 8.5 Hours
Providence, Warwick
Experience Rhode Island Tours
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The Italian Experience
Friday, August 23 • 12:00pm-4:00pm • 4 Hours
Providence, Warwick
Food Tour, Walking Tour
Experience Rhode Island Tours
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Corporate Event
Ages 18+ • Up to 42 guests • Build camaraderie and boost team morale • BYOB
Providence
2 hours
Private Tours
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Autumn in New England
Saturdays, Oct 3 - Oct 31 • 9:30AM • Bus Tour • 8 Hours
Providence, Warwick
Bus Tour, Horse
Experience Rhode Island Tours
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Summer Cooking Camp
Ages 4-13 • 3 hours per day • When school is closed, we are open!
Providence
3 hours per day
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Green Jacket Shoal Tours
RI's largest ship graveyard!
Providence
Providence River Boat Company
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Adult Cooking Class
Ages 18+ • BYOB • Perfect for a date night or an evening with friends!
Providence
2 hours
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Birthday Party (Ages 9-13)
2 hours • Up to 36 guests
Providence
2 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Federal Hill Dinner Stroll
2.5 Hours - Great for group outings!
Providence
2.5 Hours
Providence Tour Company
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Private Tours Explore All
Bonsai Bar @ Sixpoint - Brookfield Place
2 hours all materials provided
New York City
2 Hours
Private Tours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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Sail "TRIM AGAIN" Morning Glory, or Afternoon Delight, or Sea Breeze Sail.
1.5 Hours | Departing 1000, 1, 300 | Max 6 People | Sail in calm waters!
Watch Hill
Private Tours
Sail Trim Again
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Vacation STEM Play Session - Free Science Day
Indoor STEM Play Sessions for Kids at Central Falls Landing
Central Falls
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
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Bonsai Bar @ Barnard Griffin Winery
2 hours all materials provided
Woodinville
2 Hours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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Summer Cooking Camp
Ages 4-13 • 3 hours per day • When school is closed, we are open!
Providence
3 hours per day
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
Taste Buds Kitchen - Providence
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Bonsai Bar @ New England Brewing Co.
2 hours all materials provided
Woodbridge
2 Hours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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Beautiful Block Island (August)
Warwick
Experience Rhode Island Tours
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Bonsai Bar @ Chimba
2 hours all materials provided
Miami
2 Hours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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Bonsai Bar @ Vanished Valley Brewing Co
2 hours all materials provided
Ludlow
2 Hours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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Bonsai Bar @ U-Neek and Crucible Brewing
2 hours all materials provided
Everett
2 Hours
Workshop
Bonsai Bar
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