Westerly: Enjoying the Summer sands and Scenic Hiking Trails
Located within the stunning shorelines of the Washington County, Westerly was originally an English colonized region in Rhode Island. It was incorporated as a municipality in 1669. Famous for its Westerly Salmon, the region has several water destinations to boast such as the large salt ponds near the coast, white beaches and reef-like pools surrounding the area. Westerly is home to the famous pink granite or the Westerly granite. It is an area known for its stone-cutting industry and its granite resources. Westerly, RI is close to the Newport State Airport and the Westerly State Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Summer is the most loved season for tourism in the region. July, June and August are peak months that bring huge crowds doubling the area’s population and with hotel rooms packed and a little bit more expensive.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The beach is the best places to be in Westerly. However, if you want to avoid the sun, you can head to Crystal Mall, a 2-level regional mall that offers various indoor entertainment, food options and a huge option for shopping while in the region. Grab the finest wines produced by the famous Dalice Elizabeth Winery. Awesome meals are also served in the winery for you to enjoy. To get close to the region’s history, you can head to the Garde Arts Center, a theater that features several plays, musicals, comedy, magic and a lot of live entertainment to its guests. Book a room at the Bellissimo Grade Hotel or the Pleasant View Inn and be close to these famous destinations.