Departures from Newport: Scenic Cruises & Ferry Rides
You have several options starting in Newport, hop along the Coastal Queen for some of our event cruises, or join us on the Jamestown Newport Ferry for a scenic experience and nautical fun!
Board the Jamestown Newport Ferry at Stop #4 – Ann Street Pier or Stop #5 – Perrotti Park to begin your adventure. Explore the rich history of Fort Adams State Park, the serene beauty of Rose Island Lighthouse, and the charming Jamestown Village, where you’ll find exquisite dining and unique boutique shops!
Bowen’s Wharf is home to Coastal Queen’s Daily Cruises. Choose from the Lighthouse & Mimosa Cruise, Scenic Bay Cruise, or Evening Cocktail Cruise! Enjoy the convenience of Coastal Queen’s grand center bar, serving a selection of mixed drinks, beer, wine and soft drinks, as well as two onboard restrooms for a more enjoyable adventure.
• Bowen’s Wharf metered parking, near the Seamen’s Church Institute โข Bowenโs Wharf hourly parking lot, 13 Bowenโs Wharf โข The Newport Gateway Transportation Center garage at 23 Americaโs Cup Avenue and parking lots at 1 Americaโs Cup Avenue and 1 ย W. Marlborough Street are approximately a 15โ20-minute walk from Bowenโs Wharf and usually have the most parking available โข 17 Mary Street parking lot โข 49 Long Wharf Mall parking lot โข Landing Group parking lot, 307 Swanโs Wharf Row โข Clarke Street parking lot, entrance on Clarke Street โ For more parking options, please visit Discover Newportโs online parking guideย here.ย
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Enjoy Spring on the Bay with our Scenic Bay Cruise from Bowen’s Wharf in Newport! Coastal Queen is covered, warm and cozy, making your spring adventure on the bay more enjoyable.
Harbor touring system that is triggered by GPS way points
Full-service bar and great views from every seat
Hard top, side curtains and heated passenger area
Katherine
A 42-foot Downeast hull
Coast Guard inspected for 48 passengers
Full-service bar
Hardtop, side curtains, and a heated cabin
Coastal Princess
Coast Guard inspected for 82 passengers (please note that the number may be reduced to accommodate catering, entertainment, and weather considerations)
Best for mid-size groups
Onboard bar and restrooms
Wheelchair accessible
Coastal Queen
A 58-foot excursion boat
Coast Guard inspected for 148 passengers (please note that for comfort purposes we cruise with 110 max, and passenger count may decrease if catering options are added).
Upper deck features a hard top and side curtains
Glass-enclosed lower deck offers a full-service bar, snack bar, cafe-style seating and a heated cabin
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