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Castle Hill Lighthouse

4.6 ★★★★★ 676 Google reviews · Castle wedding venue in Newport, Rhode Island

1800s lighthouse for vessels entering the East Passage, between Conanicut Island & Aquidneck Island.

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Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Most castles show the grounds by appointment and close the calendar on event days — book a tour rather than dropping in.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 676 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 18 mentions

“We witnessed breathtaking views, a proposal (hope she said yes) and even got face to face with a young buck on our way back to the parking lot.”

🚗 easy for out-of-town guests 2 mentions

“There is a free parking lot and a very short trail.”

From the reviews

Castle Hill Lighthouse is a hidden gem and a must-see in Newport. It’s a free activity that starts with parking at Castle Hill, followed by a short, unassuming dirt path—easy to miss if you’re not paying attention, but trust me, don’t skip it.

★★★★★ — Katie, May 2025

Thanks to the reviews and information here on Google maps we found the lighthouse easily. We parked just across the small road and walked down the sidewalk until we saw the small sign marked Castle hill lighthouse, just down the path through the trees you'll see the top of the lighthouse.

★★★★★ — Carolyn, Oct 2024

Castle Hill Lighthouse is absolutely worth the visit. It takes a short walk to get there, and parking can be a bit tricky since it’s near private property, but the views make it completely worthwhile.

★★★★★ — Marc, Oct 2025

The Castle Hill Lighthouse is a stunning gem! The views of the ocean are absolutely breathtaking, and the lighthouse itself is a beautiful piece of history. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful walk or to catch a sunset. A must-see!"

★★★★★ — Simon, Oct 2024

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Where to find Castle Hill Lighthouse

800-870 Ocean Ave, Newport, RI02840

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