What does charlestown have to offer?
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Whether your idea of a perfect beach vacation is relaxing on a warm sandy beach all day or getting out for new adventures, Charlestown Beach is a perfect location to get your feet wet.
Centrally located between historic Watch Hill in Westerly and Naragannsett Beach, there are no shortage of beaches to dip your toes into. Block Island is a short ferry ride away from Point Judith (20 minute drive). Take a day and hop over to Newport (40 minute drive) to see world renowned sailing ships, historic buildings, and breathtaking vistas on the Castle walk. Foxwoods Casino & Tanger Outlets are also close by (30 minute drive) with a plethora of shows, events, and shopping for your entertainment on those unwelcome rainy days!
Don't feel like going anywhere? There are endless opportunities for fun in the sun right at Charlestown Beach. You can grab a coffee at Jitters Coffee Shop (.5 mi) and head to the beach to watch the sunrise. Take in the beauty of the vast Ninigret & Green Hill Salt Ponds on your paddleboard or kayak. Relax in the sun on the endless stretch of soft sandy beaches while you watch the kids play in the waves. Stop by Breachway Bait & Tackle shop (.2 mi) for all your fishing needs and head over to the Charlestown Breachway for a beautiful sunset.
Sunset
Ninigret Pond, Charlestown
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Beach Day
Charlestown Breachway
Sunset Paddleboarding
Ninigret Pond, Charlestown
Sailing Charter
Newport Harbor
Beach Day
Charlestown Town Beach
Brenton Point
Newport, RI
Moonlight Fishing
Charlestown Breachway
Watch Hill
Westerly, RI
Biking
Block Island
Deep Sea Fishing Charter
Atlantic Ocean
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Something for everyone in and around charlestown
Driving Distance to area Beaches
Charlestown Town Beach (2 min drive/10 min walk) - Charlestown Breachway (8 min) - Ninigret Park & Wildlife Refuge (5 min) - Blue Shutters/East Beach (10 min) - South Kingstown Town Beach (10 min) - Misquamicut Beach (21 min) - Burlingame State Park (11 min) - Watch Hill Beach (25 min) - Scarborough Beach (20 min) - Naragansett Beach (20 min) - Point Judith Block Island Ferry (20 min)
Nearby Coffee Shops/Restaurants
Jitter's Cafe (.5mi) - Beachrose Cafe (.5mi) - Breachway Grill (.5mi), The Corner Deli (.5mi), Ice Ceam (.5mi), N.O. Clam Shack (.7mi), The General Stanton (1.2 mi), The Cove Restaurant (1.2mi), Charlestown Famous Pizza (1.2 mi), Dunkin' Donuts (1.2mi), The Charlestown Rathskeller (4mi), Matunuck Oyster Bar (7mi), Ocean Mist Bar (7mi)... and so many more!
Resorts
Foxwoods Resort & Casino (35 min)
- Shows & Events
- Casino
- Tanger Outlets
- Spa
- Monza Go-kart racing & more
The Preserve Resort & Spa (20 min)
- Spa packages
- Sporting Club
- Shooting Range
- Restaurants & more
Adventure
The Kayak Centre Rentals (.7mi), Breachway Bait & Tackle (.2mi), Ocean House Marina & Boat Rentals (2mi), Sail Newport (35 min), Newport Sailing School & Tours (35 min), Big Game Sportfishing Fishing Charter (11 min), Block Island Ferry (21 min), Cliff Walk in Newport (38 min), Frances Fleet Whale Watching tour/fishing trips (21 min), Adventureland Family Fun Park (15 min), Bayview Fun Park (20 min) -Something for everyone!
Necessities
Mom & Pop local shops for your convenience! Peaches Produce Stand & Baked Goods (.4mi), Happy Acres Peddler Market (.4mi), Charlestown Mini Super (1.2mi), Cumberland Farms Gas Station (1mi), CVS (1mi), Charlestown Urgent Care (1.7mi), Fantastic Umbrella Factory (3.5 mi), and various other gift shops!
