Conanicut Island was once the summer residence of ancient Indian tribes. Today the town of Jamestown on Conanicut Island offers visitors and residents New England charm, beautiful and historic scenery and abundant natural wonders, from the historic lighthouse and spectacular rocky coast at Beavertail to the scenic windmill overlooking the Newport Bridge.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll through our quaint village featuring unique shops and inviting restaurants down to the docks where you can take a ferry ride to see Jamestown from Narragansett Bay.