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Newport

New Hampshire, United States · North America

About Newport

Newport is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Sunapee, 36km from Quechee Gorge.

Newport is a town located in New Hampshire, United States. With a population of 4,769, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Newport sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Newport to your route.

About Newport

The Newport Opera House is a historic civic building and performing arts venue at 20 Main Street in the heart of downtown Newport, the county seat of Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States. Built in 1886, it was billed as having the largest stage in New England north of Boston, and continues to serve as a

Read more performance venue today. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as "Town Hall and Courthouse", in 1980, for its architecture and civic roles, and is a contributing property in the Newport Downtown Historic District.

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What are the best things to do in Newport?

Newport offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Newport located?

Newport is located in New Hampshire, United States, North America. The coordinates are 43.3653 latitude, -72.1734 longitude.

What is the population of Newport?

Newport has a population of approximately 4,769 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
4,769
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
New Hampshire
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
43.3653, -72.1734

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Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Newport

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Cornish–Windsor Covered Bridge

A 449-foot lattice-truss covered bridge carrying traffic over the Connecticut River between Vermont and New Hampshire, one of the longest wooden covered bridges still open to cars in the United States.

21 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Quechee Gorge

Vermont's deepest canyon at 165 feet, carved when glacial Lake Hitchcock drained about 13,000 years ago. The US Route 4 bridge crosses directly over it, with a trail down to the Ottauquechee River.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Newport

  • 21 kmCornish–Windsor Covered BridgeA 449-foot lattice-truss covered bridge carrying traffic over the Connecticut River between Vermont and New Hampshire, one of the longest wooden covered bridges still open to cars in the United States.
  • 74 kmVermont Fall Foliage (Route 100)One of America's most celebrated autumn drives winding through quintessential New England villages, covered bridges, and blazing hillsides of color.

Nearby Destinations

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