Timeline
15:55
Grab a drink and settle into the outdoor patio at O'Brien's Pub. It is dog and kid friendly with plentiful seating. The kitchen serves pub-style food year-round, so you can grab a bite before heading out.
16:11
Walk to the Ida Lewis Rock Light. This historic lighthouse in Newport harbor was the home of Ida Lewis, who served as the official keeper from 1879 until 1911 and was celebrated for saving lives.
16:40
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a golden glow over the harbor around 15:57.
17:10
Return to O'Brien's Pub for a nightcap or a late dinner. The outdoor bar is open seasonally, and the indoor fire offers warmth in the winter.
Local tip
O'Brien's Pub is open until 01:00, so you can linger after the sun goes down. Ida Lewis Rock Light does not have listed opening hours for the public, so enjoy the exterior views and the history from the outside.
Check before you go
- O'Brien's Pub is open Mo-Su 11:30-01:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Newport (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).