Britt & Maureen’s guidebook
Beaches
Our personal favorite, but it’s probably best to avoid it on the weekends unless you get there very early. You can pay to park during the week (the parking lots usually fill up pretty early), or park for free along the sea wall near the beach. You also have to pay to get on the beach, but it’s a beautiful spot.
101 locals recommend
Narragansett Beach
39 Boston Neck RoadOur personal favorite, but it’s probably best to avoid it on the weekends unless you get there very early. You can pay to park during the week (the parking lots usually fill up pretty early), or park for free along the sea wall near the beach. You also have to pay to get on the beach, but it’s a beautiful spot.
The beach closest to the house and is about a 10-15 minute walk down Knowlesway. No cost to walk on and can get a bit crowded on the weekends. It’s gorgeous early in the morning. There are also grills on the grassy area of the beach that are first come first serve.
91 locals recommend
Scarborough State Beach
Ocean RdThe beach closest to the house and is about a 10-15 minute walk down Knowlesway. No cost to walk on and can get a bit crowded on the weekends. It’s gorgeous early in the morning. There are also grills on the grassy area of the beach that are first come first serve.
A bit of a hidden gem, although it gets more popular every year. There are no lifeguards or concessions. It’s a popular beach with fishermen and a great spot to bring a bottle of wine and watch the sunset. There is no charge to park or walk onto this beach.
12 locals recommend
Camp Cronin Fishing Area
A bit of a hidden gem, although it gets more popular every year. There are no lifeguards or concessions. It’s a popular beach with fishermen and a great spot to bring a bottle of wine and watch the sunset. There is no charge to park or walk onto this beach.
Down in Galilee there are two state beaches - the other is Salty Brine. Both very protected and calm. Popular with families and great for young kids.
54 locals recommend
Roger Wheeler State Beach
Down in Galilee there are two state beaches - the other is Salty Brine. Both very protected and calm. Popular with families and great for young kids.
it’s about a 25 minute drive from the house but it’s an absolutely gorgeous beach - super wide and goes on for miles. You have to pay for parking, and the lot is small, but the parking lot connects the beach and Ninigret pond, a beautiful nature preserve.
49 locals recommend
East Beach
East Beach Roadit’s about a 25 minute drive from the house but it’s an absolutely gorgeous beach - super wide and goes on for miles. You have to pay for parking, and the lot is small, but the parking lot connects the beach and Ninigret pond, a beautiful nature preserve.
Where to Eat & Drink
Coast Guard House
40 Ocean RdOcean Mist
895 Matunuck Beach RdMonahan's Clam Shack
190 Ocean RdChamplin's Seafood
256 Great Island RdPhil's Restaurant
323 Main StreetCrazy Burger Cafe and Juice Bar
144 Boon StMews Tavern
456 Main StBuster Krab's Grill & Beach Bar
265 Great Island RdAunt Carries
1240 Ocean RdGeorge's of Galilee
250 Sand Hill Cove RdJim's Dock
1175 Succotash RdMatunuck Oyster Bar
629 Succotash RdTwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill
210 Salt Pond RdTRIO
15 Kingstown RdChopHouse Grille RI
191 Old Tower Hill RdThe Bike Stop Cafe
148 Boon StKingston Pizza Point Judith
120 Point Judith RdCasa Pizza Narragansett
855 Point Judith RdPicnic Basket
20 Kingstown RdGansett Wraps
70 Point Judith RdColvitto's Pizza & Bakery
91 Point Judith RdBrickley's Ice Cream
322 Main StNana's Ice Cream & Gelato Cafe
28A Pier Market Pl