If the warm weather and summer mood is coming over you, you may need a drive down Ocean Drive to welcome the change of seasons! Roll the windows down and relax as you cruise along some of the prettiest shoreline in the state. Check out the historic homes and seaside views while you travel down Ocean drive.
In the seaside town of Newport, Rhode Island, you’ll find a gorgeous road that travels along the seacoast.
Steve Dunwell via The Image Bank / Getty Images Plus A leisurely loop around the coast is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. And with stellar ocean views and historic mansions to ogle, it’s a fun way to spend a warm day.
Many of the homes you pass were built during the Gilded Age, from 1865-1914.
jmoor17 via iStock / Getty Images Plus While these mansions use to house millionaires, now many are museums open to public tours. Exploring the Newport Mansions are a fun way to spend a couple of hours, and they are currently open to virtual tours on their website.
The entire drive is 9 miles long.
mcdonojj via iStock / Getty Images Plus You’ll skirt along the coastline, and pass stunning vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. There are so many wonderful spots to pull over and take some wonderful photos.
You’ll piers and pass by Newport Harbor, where you can see the sailboats docked.
aoldman via iStock / Getty Images Plus You’ll also drive by Fort Adams, and Brenton Point State Park. There’s plenty of excellent picnicking spots along the drive.
Besides picnicking, there are fun little places you can get out and jump in the ocean.
jmoor17 via iStock / Getty Images Plus There are also areas where you can fly a kite, or get out and stretch your legs. This route has plenty of things to do if you want to get out of the car, but it’s equally fun to do if all you want is to drive.
Even a drive along this route on a cloudy or stormy day is fascinating.
TomPelisson via iStock / Getty Images Plus Don’t let the weather stop you from enjoying this beautiful road. Stormy days just add atmosphere to everything you’ll see!
Next time you’re in need of some fresh sea air, keep Ocean Drive in mind when you hop in your car.
Daniel Hanscom via iStock / Getty Images Plus This is the perfect way to spend an afternoon, or end a long day. With so many beautiful sights to see, you’ll be glad that you spent the time cruising this scenic road.
Have you ever taken a drive down Ocean Drive? What did you think? Will you be doing it again this summer? Let us know in the comments below!
Steve Dunwell via The Image Bank / Getty Images Plus
A leisurely loop around the coast is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. And with stellar ocean views and historic mansions to ogle, it’s a fun way to spend a warm day.
jmoor17 via iStock / Getty Images Plus
While these mansions use to house millionaires, now many are museums open to public tours. Exploring the Newport Mansions are a fun way to spend a couple of hours, and they are currently open to virtual tours on their website.
mcdonojj via iStock / Getty Images Plus
You’ll skirt along the coastline, and pass stunning vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. There are so many wonderful spots to pull over and take some wonderful photos.
aoldman via iStock / Getty Images Plus
You’ll also drive by Fort Adams, and Brenton Point State Park. There’s plenty of excellent picnicking spots along the drive.
There are also areas where you can fly a kite, or get out and stretch your legs. This route has plenty of things to do if you want to get out of the car, but it’s equally fun to do if all you want is to drive.
TomPelisson via iStock / Getty Images Plus
Don’t let the weather stop you from enjoying this beautiful road. Stormy days just add atmosphere to everything you’ll see!
Daniel Hanscom via iStock / Getty Images Plus
This is the perfect way to spend an afternoon, or end a long day. With so many beautiful sights to see, you’ll be glad that you spent the time cruising this scenic road.
If you want to head to the beach, check out The One Beach In Rhode Island Where You Can Drive Right Up To The Water.
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