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Newport had the first telephone operator in the U.S.
When making reservations, ask for any package deals that may be offered. Many establishments have teamed up to offer complete vacation packages including dinner, mansion tours and boating excursions at significant discounts.
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Newport RI Movie Theaters
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Newport has 2 movie theaters in the downtown area, in walking distance from most accommodations. A larger, more modern theater is located about 4 miles away in Middletown with plenty of free parking. |
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Island Cinemas
866 West Main Road
Middletown, RI (401)847-FILM
Brand-new theater complex showing the latest releases. Features stadium-style seating with cloth reclining seats and full snack bar. Plenty of free parking right in front. Adjacent to Home Depot in the far rear of the parking lot.
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Jane Pickens Theater
49 Touro Street
Newport, RI (401)846-5252

Beautifully-restored theater of a bygone era. Located in downtown Newport with parking around Washington Square, the films often highlight critically-acclaimed performances and Indy award-winners. |
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Opera House Cinemas
19 Touro Street
Newport RI (401) 847-3456
As its name implies, this was once an opera house now converted to a movie theater. It generally features first-run movies and the listings usually complement those being offered at the larger Island Cinemas in Middletown. |
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