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The waterfront, now named America's Cup Avenue, sort of gives away Newport's big pastime.

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Admire the posh yachts in the harbour and enjoy a cocktail in one of the waterfront bars and restaurants. There are also more rustic bars, Irish pubs and places with live blues and jazz, and there's much history to discover. Newport became a colony in 1639 and grew rapidly as a port, famous for privateering and the infamous 'triangle trade' of slaves, molasses and rum. When the British invaded and occupied the town in 1776, some of it was burned down, but lots of handsome 18th-century homes still survive.

In the 19th Century, wealthy new 'robber barons' such as the Astors and Vanderbilts built enormous summer cottages (ie mansions) where they came to play. They dot the rocky coastline, and some, such as The Breakers, are now open as historical attractions, well worth a visit - you won't believe the opulence of these rich men's holiday homes. You can also view them from the coast on one of the many boat trips. Back in town, there are upmarket little shops and galleries if you want to pick up a special memento of your stay.

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From fine dining to top-quality pub grub, Newport is a great place for sampling New England's produce, both from the fields and the sea.

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Newport is 70 miles from Boston.

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