Do you love classic cars? How about spending some time in the city of Newport? Explore the history of Newport, Rhode Island, when you visit the Audrain Automobile Museum and then spend the night at the historic Admiral Fitzroy Inn. It’s a fantastic weekend getaway in Rhode Island.
Whether you are an auto enthusiast or someone who appreciates a car for its beauty, visiting the Audrain Automobile Museum is a great way to spend the afternoon.
Rob Ouzounian/Google Local The Audrain is housed in the historic Audrain Building on Bellevue Avenue. Restored for the specific purpose of showcasing classic cars, the Audrain building has maintained much of its architectural history.
The museum’s primary goal is to acquire and preserve automobiles with historical significance to Newport.
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Exhibitions change every four months and feature vehicles from early automotive endeavors to current supercars.
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Get a close-up of the car of your dreams!
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The Audrain has hosted exhibitions featuring mini cars, race cars, and even motorcycles.
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After you’ve explored the cars of yesteryear and beyond, it’s time to head to the Admiral Fitzroy Inn on Thames Street.
Admiral Fitzroy Inn/Google Loca Built in 1854 on Spring Street as the convent for St. Mary’s Church, it was dismantled and moved to its current location in 1986. The inn is named for the English admiral and meteorologist who piloted Charles Darwin’s famous journey that inspired the Origin of the Species. You can check out an authentic antique Admiral Fitzroy Barometer displayed at the inn.
The Admiral Fitzroy is a cozy, intimate inn featuring 19 uniquely decorated guest rooms on three floors.
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Guest rooms are furnished with historical touches that emphasize the age of the building.
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Conveniently located near downtown and Newport Harbor, the Admiral Fitzroy is a great home base for your trip to Newport.
Admiral Fitzroy Inn However, you might be tempted to spend the afternoon relaxing in your comfortable room.
Continental breakfast is served each morning, and you’ll enjoy fresh-baked cookies every afternoon.
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You’ll have a wonderful weekend getaway in Rhode Island learning more about the history of Newport, Rhode Island, from appreciating the art of the automobile to enjoying your stay at the historic Admiral Fitzroy Inn.
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The Audrain is housed in the historic Audrain Building on Bellevue Avenue. Restored for the specific purpose of showcasing classic cars, the Audrain building has maintained much of its architectural history.
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Built in 1854 on Spring Street as the convent for St. Mary’s Church, it was dismantled and moved to its current location in 1986. The inn is named for the English admiral and meteorologist who piloted Charles Darwin’s famous journey that inspired the Origin of the Species. You can check out an authentic antique Admiral Fitzroy Barometer displayed at the inn.
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However, you might be tempted to spend the afternoon relaxing in your comfortable room.
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Address: Admiral Fitzroy Inn, 398 Thames St, Newport, RI 02840, USAAddress: Audrain Auto Museum, 222 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USA