Let’s be real: Downtown Newport is full of cheap souvenir shops and boutiques selling way overpriced fast fashion. However, there are a few gems where you’ll be able to find some unique and/or high quality items for the home, for gifting, or a fun t-shirt/sweatshirt to remember your trip to Newport. If you’re shopping in Newport, don’t miss these 10 stores where you’ll be able to find something different and support local businesses.
446 Thames Street, Newport
Grunge, cottagecore, 70s – create your own look with finds from Newport’s newest (and now most prominent) thrift store. If your squad loves The Bachelor, you might get a kick out of meeting the shop’s owner, Sydney Gordon, who appears on the show in 2024.
13 Touro Street
Newport
Here you’ll find beautiful gifts for the home – candles, soaps, books, etc. – as well as accessories and clothing like sweaters and sweatshirts curated by local mother-daughter shop owners.
152 Bellevue Ave
Newport
This iconic Newport boutique on Bellevue is a great stop for colorful, artsy, and travel-inspired home decor.
107 Spring Street, Newport
Owner Kim Weld perfectly combines coastal California and coastal New England with her selection of decor, housewares, jewelry, cookware, baskets, and a host of unexpected items in this charming store.
Museum of Newport History Gift Shop
127 Thames Street
Newport
A bit of a hidden gem, you’ll be able to find uniquely Newport items here that are far better than what you’ll find in any souvenir shop.
58 Aquidneck Ave
Middletown
Are you a foodie or shopping for one? This retail experience that opened in 2023 celebrates the chef and host with unique homewares and pantry items only made by independent brands. Bonus: Right next to Mission Burger!
Kiel James Patrick Flagship Store
3 Bowens Wharf
Newport
This store gives a little early-00s Abercrombie & Fitch’s mall store vibe – except it’s in an historic wharf. If you’re into madras and polos, you’ll definitely find something in the flagship store for the Instagram-famous brand.
80 Thames Street
Newport
One of a few consignment/thrift stores on the island, Wish might have something for you, especially if your style leans on the preppy side.
146 Bellevue Avenue
Newport
Need a last minute outfit? On the same block as Kristen Coates, this store might have something fun and flirty for you.
Newport Bach Party 
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