Jamestown Newport Ferry Starting Location

Starting in Newport

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!

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Jamestown Newport Ferry

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!

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Coastal
Queen Cruises

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.

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Parking Information

Parking available in downtown Newport: 
• Bowen’s Wharf metered parking, near the Seamen’s Church Institute
• Bowen’s Wharf hourly parking lot, 13 Bowen’s Wharf
• The Newport Gateway Transportation Center garage at 23 America’s Cup Avenue and parking lots at 1 America’s Cup Avenue and 1  W. Marlborough Street are approximately a 15–20-minute walk from Bowen’s Wharf and usually have the most parking available
• 17 Mary Street parking lot
• 49 Long Wharf Mall parking lot
• Landing Group parking lot, 307 Swan’s Wharf Row
• Clarke Street parking lot, entrance on Clarke Street
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For more parking options, please visit Discover Newport’s online parking guide here. 

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The Jamestown

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  • A 40-foot Dyer hull
  • Coast Guard inspected for 34 passengers
  • 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

  • 83 guest max—may be reduced to accommodate catering, entertainment and weather
  • Best for large 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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