Beavertail Lighthouse Review

Great place to explore the rocks, check out the museum, and watch the waves.

If your a lighthouse buff then here is your third oldest in the U.S.A.

Closed too early. Missed experience to climb up since it closed at 3:50 PM. Nice grounds.

Historic lighthouse from 1856 with fantastic artifacts and a five-room museum with amazing information on all the lighthouses of Narragansett Bay and Rhode Island 300 year Maritime history.

One of my favorite places in the whole world, so beautiful.

The lighthouse is pretty cool, doesn't exactly look like your typical lighthouse, but still offers exceptional views. The museum was closed when I arrived.

I couldn't give it 5 stars cause we went on a day they were closed...completely our fault but it is a beautiful place and is worth the trip just to see

Excellent museum... Tons of history. Lots of great photo's, video's and memorabilia.

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Such a beautiful spot. The lighthouse museum was closed which would have been better, but we all had fun walking around. A must see.

A total hidden gem. A surprising number of exhibits for a small place. The staff are volunteers happy to share their knowledge and lead you to the deck surrounding near the top of the lighthouse.

Beautiful views no.matter the weather. Nice peaceful place for a walk.

Beautiful place, interesting exhibits, fun small aquarium, cute little gift shop.

Just enough people, normal nice people no riff raff.

Museum was closed when I went, but the view is spectacular.

Nice place to hang out whole day on the cliff during summer days

Very nice little and free museum with small aquarium area.

Amazing place to learn, fish, and swim.. all in the same trip!

Favorite place on earth! main reason I moved to this state

This is a beautiful well-kept park with a historical lighthouse, museum and small aquarium. The aquarium is what made me hesitate to give this a five star rewiew - there is a large turtle housed there called Archie and when we visited he not only looked hungry but his tank was small, dirty and - in my mind - not adequate. Can whoever is in charge of the budget please inmprove this turtle's quality of life by buying him a new bigger tank?!? Or give him to an owner who will do this for him.

Breath taking spot. Lovely for a picnic if you are are with someone or a nice me spot for chilling out and meditating.

Awesome place to relax and enjoy. Lots of space, though some visitors need to read not to climb on historic structures.

Really one of the most striking views. I like Newport, and I like some of the parks further up the bay. This view, though, really gives a sense of the state. I also like the museum. It makes me want to see some other lighthouses in the state. And, finally, the small aquarium to the side of the museum is really fun.

Beavertail's original lighthouse was built in 1749 ! The park is open and FREE of charge from sunrise to sunset. There is plenty of parking and it's close to the shore and museum/giftshop.

Very interesting history of Beavertail/Jamestown, and the view of the water doesn t get much better than that from the rocks!

Great place! Beautiful location, nice little museum. But be advised that the tower is only open sporadically, and primarily on weekends.

This is my all time favorite place to go and unwind.

Great View be careful on the rocks it could be dangerous

There's a small aquarium there and beautiful views of the ocean .
When stress is too much, I like to drive up there, just sit there and everything will feel so much better

It's always nice to learn something new about a place you've been going to for years. I just wish they would open the top of the lighthouse more often.

Gorgeous place in RI!! The place is so windy and wasn't very crowded. So serene and well maintained.

One of my favorite places on the planet, my whole family loves it here, across three generations. Definitely a Must See! The museum is informative and interactive.

Beach, rock, view ... Great place to meditate on everything.

The oldest lighthouse in RI and the 3rd oldest in the U.S. Lots of history!

Nice lighthouse. Good small museum. Good walk along the rocky coastline.

Absolutely stunning location. Although I wasn't able to visit the lighthouse itself, the trails lead to a beautiful beach area overlooking the ocean

If for nothing else, come here for a stunning post-rain sunset.

Small, but, very detailed and the people who are there are nice and understanding towards lil one's. I think older people and young adults would enjoy the insides there while the grounds are for everyone that wants an adventure or to just take the sites in.

One of my favorite places to go, to commune with GOD, nature and meet nice people

Great state park with a sea coast view. Awesome place for a walk or hike along the waters edge. Bring your camera...

This lighthouse has lots of history in it. It has 49 steps and then step out to the balcony. It was nice and breezy there. Beautiful view as well. Would not recommend children under 4 or 5. You can not carry a child or a baby in it.

Love to come here with my son and BF. It's what I can call (our little get away from home)! Peaceful and beautiful to look at. Bath rooms available as well and thats always a +!!!

This has got to be one of the most scenic spots in Rhode Island! The lighthouse and the rocky shoreline is so beautiful as are the views of the bay. There is a small set of steps that lead you down to the water's edge where you can look back and get a great view of the lighthouse up above. There is a decent amount of parking but try to arrive early since this place will fill up quickly on a good day. Once you are here you will easily see why:). The museum is extremely informational and full of local history. There are interesting exhibits and factoids throughout which really give you a glimpse into the past when this light was constructed. So put Beavertail on the top of your list if you are in Newport or any of the surrounding areas. It's just another example of this state's breathtaking beauty! You will not be disappointed!

Liked the cliffs. Nice little lighthouse. Did not went inside museum.

Beautiful! A must see. Wonderful friendly staff..