North Kingstown Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Rhode Island, United States
About North Kingstown
The history of the town dates back to 1637, when theologian Roger Williams established a trading post between two major Native American thoroughfares. In 1674, “Kings Towne” was founded by the colonial government and included several present-day towns. Kings Towne was the center of the King Philip's War fought from 1675 to 1676. At the start of the 18th century, settlement increased so quickly that in 1722 the colonial government divided Kings Towne into North and South, with North Kingstown being the area of earliest settlement. The seaport and colonial fishing village of Wickford was also established in the early 18th century. The town's population grew during the Second World War, when Quonset Naval Base was in full operation. During this time, Quonset consisted largely of airplane
Top Attractions in North Kingstown
Explore the best things to see and do in North Kingstown:
- ★Bellville Pond
- ★Biomes Marine Biology Center
- ★Blue Beach
- ★Casey Farm
- ★Compass Rose Beach
- ★Davis Memorial Wildlife Refuge
- ★Drybridge Quarry
- ★Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum
Where to Eat in North Kingstown
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Allie's Donuts
- 🍴Breakfast Nook
- 🍴Dave's Marketplace
- 🍴El Tapatio
- 🍴Gardner's Wharf Seafood
- 🍴Gregg's
Where to Stay in North Kingstown
- 🏨Hamilton Village Inn
- 🏨TownePlace Suites
- 🏨Wickford Motor Inn
North Kingstown Travel Guide Sections
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