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Your Guide to Bristol, RI

Find Out Why We're the Best Small Town in America - 

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Set Sail, Savor and Stroll
in Bristol, Rhode Island

Discover the charm of Bristol, RI—a scenic New England waterfront town just 30 minutes from Providence and Newport. Enjoy harbor views, delicious dining, unique shops, and seven museums. Whether you're up for adventure or a relaxing stroll, Bristol offers the perfect escape. Let Explore Bristol RI guide you - plan your next unforgettable visit now!

Small Town, 

Big Charm!

Explore Bristol and find out why BIG charm comes in a small package!            

 

Experience the heart of Bristol:    

  • Wander through local museums and historic streets

  • Shop one-of-a-kind boutiques and markets

  • Take a cultural workshop or walking tour

  • Dine on fresh, locally-sourced cuisine 

  • Bike the scenic 14-mile East Bay Bike Path

  • Kayak or sail along our beautiful harbor

  • Catch live music and celebrate like a local

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Ready to experience all that our coastal town has to offer? Start planning your trip today!

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7 Engaging Things to Do in Bristol RI: Where Thanksgiving Began

    

Malerie Yolen-Cohen,

Getaway Mavens

"Many small American towns may boast that they bleed Red, White and Blue, but the little coastal town of Bristol RI really does. At least on its main street, where the center line isn’t white or double yellow, but striped in the colors of the American Flag."

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