Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Middletown travel guide

Middletown Tourism | Middletown Guide

You're Going to Love Middletown

With a population of 17,303, Middletown is a must-see destination in Rhode Island, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Middletown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Middletown

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Helmway (425 E Main Rd) and Tickets Restaurant & Patio (15 Aquidneck Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Middletown

Middletown in January
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Middletown in January
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Middletown in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Middletown, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Middletown

Plane

When flying to Middletown, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Middletown departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Middletown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Middletown to Providence takes 0h 48m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 242 km from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Middletown, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Middletown takes 386 km and will cost you around $58. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 491 km.

Plane

When flying to Middletown, you’ll arrive at Newport State (NPT), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Middletown departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Middletown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Middletown to Providence takes 0h 48m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 242 km from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Middletown, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Middletown takes 386 km and will cost you around $58. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 491 km.

Airports near Middletown

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Middletown

KLM
Good (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,891 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,935 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (403 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,209 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,276 reviews)
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Where to stay in Middletown

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rhea's Inn by the Sea and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Middletown

Most booked hotels in Middletown

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1110 reviews)
$117+
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Wyndham Newport Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 982 reviews)
$133+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Newport Middletown
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 97 reviews)
$223+
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The Carriage House Inn Newport
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 735 reviews)
$104+
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Newport Beach Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 246 reviews)
$109+
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Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 609 reviews)
$449+
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Renting a car in Middletown

Renting a car in Middletown costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Middletown, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Middletown costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Middletown, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Middletown

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$50/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$50/day

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