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Ocean Drive

Newport, RI
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Ranked #1 of 57 attractions in Newport
Type: Scenic Drives, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Driving
Traveller Description: The old-timers call this '10 mile drive.'  While its new name over the decades has become 'Ocean Drive' this roadway is literally 10 miles of... more »
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Auburn, Maine
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18 reviews 18 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Husband & I went to Newport for the day with our 18 month old daughter. Started out doing Ocean Drive. Had some trouble finding it, but that was due to us not being prepared! Great spots along the way to get out of the car and enjoy the views. Spots along the way for our daughter to get our and... More

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MOUNT HOLLY
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Relaxing drive with an amazing view. We were so incredibly fortunate to experience perfect weather... but it might not have mattered even if we hadn't. The drive is magnificent.

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Westford, Massachusetts
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

A nice meandering drive along the ocean and large estates. Very scenic and plenty of places to stop and get out of the car. Too long to walk.

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Ocean Grove, New Jersey
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Take a quick ride around the coast and you will hear oooohs and ahhhhs coming out of your mouth. Really pretty. You can stop along side in one of the areas and munch out of your car. Bring along a snack and you can sit and chill in the car while looking out a a beautiful scene.

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Bedale
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We hired bikes and cycled round ocean drive in a fierce wind but it was great. Stop at Fort Adams for the tour well worth it.

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Shepherdstown, West Virginia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

The drive was breath taking and the ocean air was wonderful to breathe in. Several places to park and sit at the ocean's edge taking in the glorious blue sea in her majesty.

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Manchester, New Hampshire
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Love ocean ave, always sailboats. The kite park is nice too, some great fishing also. Great place to grab a blanket and relax.

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Exeter, New Hampshire
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

In late April, the wind picked up all three afternoons we were there at between 12 and 1 PM. On a sunny clear day, it is a wonderful diversion to look out over the ocean, stop a the park and take a walk. To picnick go into Fort Adams, it will provide a windbreak.

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Rhode Island
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24 reviews 24 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Beautiful scenic drive ... is a spot of heaven, especially in spring - fall and winter. A bit over-run by tourist and visitors in the summer. Take a lunch and picnic at Bretton Point. Perfect location for a bike ride. Also visit Fort Adams at the beginning or end of your trip.

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Boxborough
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36 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Taking the Ocean Drive is a great way to end your day of touring the mansions. There are plenty of places to park and get out to scamper on the rocks while the ocean splashes and breaks on them.

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