Rhode Island Travel Guide: Explore the Best Parks, Historic Sites, and Hidden Gems
Explore Rhode Island with this Roam Your Home travel guide. Discover scenic coastal parks, historic seaside towns, museums, and maritime landmarks across the Ocean State.
Discover Places to Explore
Looking for more places to explore? Browse all of our Roam Your Home articles about Rhode Island, including coastal mansions, historic harbors, museums, and seaside towns. From Newport’s Gilded Age estates to scenic ocean drives, discover some of the best things to do in Rhode Island.
Roger Williams National Memorial
From rocky shorelines and coastal trails to scenic parks overlooking the Atlantic, Rhode Island’s parks showcase the charm of New England’s ocean landscapes. Our featured Rhode Island park highlights one of the state’s best outdoor escapes.
General Nathanael Greene Homestead
Rhode Island’s historic places reflect early colonial settlements, maritime heritage, and Revolutionary War history. Our featured Rhode Island historic site highlights one destination that reveals the state’s past.
Best National Parks in Rhode Island
- Roger Williams National Memorial
- Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Top 5 Rhode Island State Parks
- Colt State Park
- Fort Adams State Park
- Lincoln Woods State Park
- Fort Ninigret Historic Site
- Brenton Point State Park
Top 5 Rhode Island Museums
Know Before You Roam: Rhode Island Quick Facts
- Largest City: Providence
- High Point (Rank): Jerimoth Hill 812 ft (46)
- Lowest Elevation: Sea Level
- State Nickname: “Ocean State”
- State Flower: Violet
- State Tree: Red Maple
- State Bird: Rhode Island Red
- State Fish: Striped Bass
Explore Rhode Island on the Roam Your Home Travel Map
Discover Rhode Island with the Roam Your Home map.
Every marker highlights one of our stories about historic homes, coastal parks, museums, and cultural destinations. Click a pin to uncover the story and start planning your Rhode Island adventure.