Featured Events
Block Island Glass Float Project
If you’ve always enjoyed scavenger hunts for colorful eggs around Easter time, we’ve upped the ante with an... Read More ›
BIMI Harbor Tours
If you come to Block Island by ferry, as most visitors do, don’t let that be your only boating experience... Read More ›
Blues on the Block
Wednesday may be hump day in the workaday world, but July Wednesdays on Block Island mean winding down your... Read More ›
Arts & Culture
Greenaway Gallery
Block Island photos by resident photographer Malcolm Greenaway. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.... Read More ›
Jessie Edwards Gallery
Contemporary American paintings, drawings, photographs, and woodcuts, as well as offering a wide selection of... Read More ›
Spring Street Gallery
Features work by Block Island artists on exhibit in a cooperative gallery space. A wide array of arts and... Read More ›
The Photo Dog Art Gallery
A small unique gallery located under the National Hotel. We carry memory cards, camera batteries, and... Read More ›
Attractions
1661 Farm and Gardens
A collection of exotic and domestic animals is maintained by Justin Abrams, owner of the 1661 Inn & Hotel... Read More ›
Block Island Club
Club for sailing, tennis, and swimming with one-week to full summer memberships Read More ›
Block Island Maritime Institute
Located on beautiful Block Island in New Harbor, BIMI provides marine science and maritime activities for all... Read More ›
Block Island National Wildlife...
Adjacent to a former U.S. Coast Guard light station, Block Island Refuge consists of 46 acres of sandy beaches... Read More ›
Block Island North Lighthouse
The fourth lighthouse to attempt the shifting sands on Block Island's Sandy Point. The building was opened in... Read More ›
Cow Cove
Cow Cove includes pretty coastal views, the historic North Light and Settler’s Rock, a monument inscribed with... Read More ›
Greenway Walking Trails
There are about 28 miles of walking trails on Block Island that are open to the public free of charge for... Read More ›
Lewis-Dickens Farm
Lewis-Dickens Farm on Block Island, though requiring a ferry ride, is a gem of a refuge with beautiful... Read More ›
Mohegan Bluffs
The bluffs rise about 200 feet above the sea and stretch for nearly three miles. Spectacular vistas. Nature... Read More ›
Ocean Adventures
Stand-up paddle tours and rentals. Located behind Block Island Maritime Institute (BIMI), at the corner of... Read More ›
Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours
Kayaks for rent; kayak tours available. Tours are ecologically based and are available for any age experience. Read More ›
Rodman's Hollow
This 230-acre, glacial, out-wash basin, located in the southwest part of the island, is considered the... Read More ›
Rustic Rides Farm
Horseback riding on beautiful trails down to the beach. Pony rides, sunset beach rides. Read More ›
Southeast Lighthouse
The Mohegan Bluffs rise abruptly to a height of about 200 feet above the sea and stretch for nearly three... Read More ›
The Empire Theater
Summer is the prime time on the island and one place to unwind out of the heat is The Empire Theatre, built in... Read More ›
Beaches
Andy's Way
A favorite spot for clamming and bird watching on Great Salt Pond. Read More ›
Baby Beach
This is the beach that locals want to keep secret – a well-sheltered beach with gentler waves and less... Read More ›
Ballard's Beach
Ballard’s Beach is a Block Island tradition, with a hotel and an oceanfront restaurant, plus tiki bars serving... Read More ›
Charlestown Beach
Secluded, romantic and known for amazing sunsets. Charlestown Beach is a great spot for a sunset picnic and... Read More ›
Cooneymus Cove
Cooneymus Cove is one of three secluded beaches on the west side of the island, furthest from town. It's wave... Read More ›
Cow Cove
Cow Cove includes pretty coastal views, the historic North Light and Settler’s Rock, a monument inscribed with... Read More ›
Crescent Beach
A stretch of white sand beach along the east side of the island. Crescent Beach stretches along the Island's... Read More ›
Dinghy Beach
Featuring majestic views that make a perfect backdrop for photos, Dinghy Beach is a small sandy cove with a a... Read More ›
Fred Benson Town Beach
Known locally as Crescent Beach. Chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and concessions available to rent on a daily... Read More ›
Mansion Beach
Secluded beach on Block Island, famous for its big waves. It's best to arrive by bike, as the limited parking... Read More ›
Mohegan Bluffs
The bluffs rise about 200 feet above the sea and stretch for nearly three miles. Spectacular vistas. Nature... Read More ›
Scotch Beach
Scotch Beach is accessible from a small parking area located on its namesake road leading to the right-of-way.... Read More ›
Surf Beach
Right at the south end of Crescent Beach sits Surf Beach, named for The Surf Hotel which sits just above it.... Read More ›
Vaill Beach
Rocky but private, Vaill Beach is very secluded and is a good place for beach combing, finding glass floats... Read More ›
Boating
Block Island Boat Basin
Full service transient marina. Full marine store, small grocery, souvenirs, and clothing. Auto and bikes... Read More ›
Block Island Fishworks and Sandy...
Since 2002, we have been Block Island's headquarters for everything fishing! The only full-service bait tackle... Read More ›
Champlin's Hotel, Marina and Resort
Room accommodations furnish you with private bath, air conditioning, heat, cable television, mini-fridge and... Read More ›
Fort Island Kayaks
Fort Island Kayaks is located adjacent to Block Island Fishworks and offers one of the best Block Island... Read More ›
Hula Charters
Charter fishing off Block Island for the serious fisherman, beginner or someone just looking for a nice day... Read More ›
Linesider Fishing Charters
Captain Eric and "Rooster" have been chartering out of Block Island for almost 10 years. Read More ›
New Shoreham Harbormaster
Ninety town rental moorings in New Harbor are first come first serve. Two boats allowed per morning. There is... Read More ›
Passion for Sail Charters
Experience the joy of sailing Block Island aboard our 45' trimaran, Ruling Passion. Relax and enjoy a sailor’s... Read More ›
Payne's Dock
Located in new harbor at the end of Ocean Avenue. On the west side of the island, through the channel and into... Read More ›
Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours
Kayaks for rent; kayak tours available. Tours are ecologically based and are available for any age experience. Read More ›
Sea Dog Cruising
We are a Block Island, Long Island & Connecticut based private boat that offers the most unique intimate... Read More ›
History
Block Island Historical Society
Historical walking tours. Historical House Museum - Woonsocket House 1871. Exhibits include vintage... Read More ›
Settlers' Rock
A monument listing the names of Block Island's first settlers at their landing place, April, 1661. Read More ›
Outdoor Recreation
Beach Rose Bicycles
Lift your spirits and exercise your body. Bicycling is the best way to explore Block Island! You won't miss... Read More ›
Block Island Bike and Car Rental
Rental vehicles all seasons of the year. In the summertime, a wide assortment of adult mountain bikes are... Read More ›
Block Island Parasailing and...
Block Island Parasail has since 1989 offered a variety of fun-filled entertainment. Soar above Block Island's... Read More ›
Block Island Bicycle Tour
One of the best ways to see the sights of Block Island is by bike. And the Block Island Bicycle Tour has the... Read More ›
Diamondblue Surf Shop
Block Island's only surf shop since 2008. Located at the Island's busiest "four-way" intersection, it's a shop... Read More ›
Fort Island Kayaks
Fort Island Kayaks is located adjacent to Block Island Fishworks and offers one of the best Block Island... Read More ›
Heliblock Helicopter Tours - Block...
Based out of Westerly, RI, HeliBlock will provide you the ultimate experience. We pride ourselves on having... Read More ›
Island Bike and Moped
While on Block Island, you are going to need a way to get around and explore. Join the thousands of satisfied... Read More ›
Mohegan Bluffs
The bluffs rise about 200 feet above the sea and stretch for nearly three miles. Spectacular vistas. Nature... Read More ›
Moped Man
Moped and bike rentals Read More ›
Ocean Adventures
Stand-up paddle tours and rentals. Located behind Block Island Maritime Institute (BIMI), at the corner of... Read More ›
Old Harbor Bike Shop
Full-service bike, moped and car rentals. Read More ›
Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours
Kayaks for rent; kayak tours available. Tours are ecologically based and are available for any age experience. Read More ›
Rustic Rides Farm
Horseback riding on beautiful trails down to the beach. Pony rides, sunset beach rides. Read More ›
Tours & Sightseeing
Block Island Bicycle Tour
One of the best ways to see the sights of Block Island is by bike. And the Block Island Bicycle Tour has the... Read More ›
Heliblock Helicopter Tours - Block...
Based out of Westerly, RI, HeliBlock will provide you the ultimate experience. We pride ourselves on having... Read More ›
Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours
Kayaks for rent; kayak tours available. Tours are ecologically based and are available for any age experience. Read More ›
