Location: Richmond
Top Things to do in Richmond
What to do and see in Richmond, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Richmond is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 7,708 at the 2010 census. The villages of Alton, Arcadia, Barberville, Carolina, Hillsdale, Hope Valley, Kenyon, Shannock, Tug Hollow, Usquepaug, Wood River Junction, Woodville and Wyoming are located (or partially located) in Richmond. The village of West Kingston, Rhode Island, although not a part of Richmond, is often associated with the town as well. Students in Richmond are part of the Chariho Regional School District.
Restaurants in Richmond
1. Richmond Country Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Lauryc - Rhode Island
We hosted a wedding here and can't say enough good things about RCC. They bent over backwards to make sure it was a wonderful experience. The cocktail hour exceeded all expectations and the dinner was delicious. I got a ton of compliments on the place. Excellent value as well. We looked at 8 places and were so glad we picked them.
2. Laurel Lane Country Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
PUBLIC Golf Course, Driving Range, Restaurant and Bar, and Event Venue; Lessons, Memberships, Season Passes, Junior PGA Golf League, Leagues and Outings, Daily Food Specials, Fun for the whole Family! Great Staff, Great Food!
Reviewed By Kevin D - Wakefield, Rhode Island
Always in good condition, staff is very helpful, and amenities are good. This is a very playable course for all skills levels. Also has great practice facilities.Thank you Kevin for your review. We take great pride in offering a good product and trying to make sure that our customers have a good experience.
3. Tomaquag Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Tomaquag Museum is the region's only native-operated facility dedicated to the sharing of indigenous culture, arts and history. Tomaquag boasts 14 unique rotating exhibits that showcase Southern New England tribal community stories, over 20,000 artifacts in collections, and over 100,000 research materials in the archive. Come take a tour with our knowledgeable and native museum staff for an enriching educational experience.
Reviewed By rolfy3111 - Providence, Rhode Island
I have been trying to come here for years and finally made it, and it exceeded expectations! Beautiful location, beautiful museum, and amazing social justice and civil rights tour given by the museum staff member, who was not only incredibly well informed and passionate but had stories to share from her and her family's own experiences.
I learned so much, and will definitely be coming back to learn more! absolutely enjoyable, educational, and enlightening.
definitely best thing to do in exeter and probably rhode island!
4. Shannock Falls
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By schmutaki - new jersey
The Shannock Horseshoe Falls are small but pretty in a peaceful setting. A little difficult to find using Google maps but we found it using 1660 Shannock Road as the address. An interesting fish ladder was constructed adjacent to the falls and there are various ruins around the river. Stopped by for a quick visit on the way to Narragansett.
5. Festival Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Tim J - Providence, Rhode Island
Of all the farm finds on the RI Scavenger Hunt, this one is by far the jewel in our summer. When we pulled up the sharp incline on the hill leading to their parking (anywhere on the grass near their farm), we at first were underwhelmed. The farm was empty, there did not appear to be any attractions and no one was in sight. My fiancee and I looked around for a bit and found some pens for animals we didn't see and jams we were interested in buying that no one was there to sell. Thankfully, that all turned around at a moments notice.
The lovely lady who co-owned the farm burst out with a smile and took us on a whirlwind tour, showing us the rams, goats, cats, dogs, chickens, pony's (for riding and petting) and Emu (don't see that often) who wanted us to leave him be. The husband took over after and showed us around his projects (he is rebuilding one of those carnival sound sets to play at out door events on their property) and attractions (they have a pumpkin carriage among other things). Even though we arrived a tad on the late side out of season, they encouraged us to stay as long as we wanted and were constantly engaging us in conversation.
These people are amazing. I really can't emphasize enough just how much we loved this place and how excited we are to plan attending again this year during one of their larger events. If you have a family and want to support a local business with a fun summer night out, you have to try this farm at least once. It has a bit of everything and will be a grand experience.
6. Theatre By the Sea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By 4GivenMuch - Plattsburgh, New York
In a most unsuspecting place! Very charming upscale Playhouse by the sea! Tickets are reasonable and show quality is terrific. There's a lovely bistro connected to the playhouse in which you can dine at before the show. The food is excellent and price are reasonable. There are the most unique upscale restrooms on a trailer! We would love to go back and catch another show without gay life styles being brought forth. It has a concession stand for intermission as well.
7. Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge and Kettle Pond Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By DaveEB310 - Rhode Island
After, visiting another attraction in the area, we had plans to stop by Ninigret to do a bit of walking. However, it seemed as if every square inch of non-parking lot real estate was in use! The fields were packed with visitors, games, soccer matches, and much more! Tennis courts were full. Parking was very full in the main lots, so the walk would have been in the hot sun getting to a field or trail full of people. Even the water was full of swimmers. Dog park was busy when we passed, and so were the bike trails. Disc golf seemed to be available, but we were unprepared. We decided after driving through to try our luck on another day, perhaps in the Fall?
8. Sons of Liberty Spirits
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
At the Sons of Liberty we believe in making revolutionary craft whiskies without compromise. Our ingredients, distillation processes and undying passion create delicious whiskies that have never been born before. From American Single Malts to Seasonal Whiskies, we are committed to our craft.
Reviewed By DaveEB310 - Rhode Island
This local distillery and now brewery is really growing, and we saw the difference first hand! When we toured two years ago, they distlled whiskey, vodka and gin. Fast-forward two years and the transformation is amazing. The simple bar that once was is now part of the production room. Display of product is no longer on flat table, but on neat and mounted shelves at the new entrance. And, you can taste and buy beer now! The beer is the whiskey base. Big things are happening in little Peace Dale. Stop by and check out a serious distillery and brewing, and manufacturing bar. All product is local and made in house. Staff is awesome! Like these guys on Facebook now!
9. Block Island Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 431 reviews
The Block Island Ferry is your fastest link to Block Island, Rhode Island. Interstate Navigation Company, Inc. operates the Block Island Ferry, and is the only year-round ferry service to Block Island. Based in Point Judith, (Narragansett), Rhode Island, the Block island Ferry offers Traditional ferry service, (55 minute voyage) as well as the fastest ferry trip from the mainland on the High speed ferry service, (30 minute cruise)from Pt. Judith,. RI. Block Island Ferry also offers seasonal service from Fall River, Ma (2 hour cruise) & Newport, RI (1 hour cruise) to Block Island.If your trip to Block Island is for business, a family vacation, or an island weekend getaway, the Block Island Ferry will get you to Block Island quickly and easily. The Block Island Ferry is the only vehicle ferry service to Block Island. We transport passenger vehicles, commercial trucks as well as shipping freight. The Block Island Ferry is your full service ferry company. We have the most departures and convenient ferry schedule from the mainland which allows you greater flexibility when traveling to and from Block Island on our traditional or high speed ferry!
Reviewed By Paul S
The small ferries are gone (gone south I heard), but the old standbys are still going strong, and for my money and time, nothing is better than the hour spent watching Block Island getting slowly closer over an hour’s time, or reflecting on your BI stay as you see the island slowly get smaller. Walk on, take a bike or car, and enjoy the ride! Great, friendly service. Usually a soft, easy ride (a bit bumpy if you travel soon after a big storm, but really, no worries, the ferries are big enough to easily shoulder the waves away without much rolling or pitching).
10. Wilcox Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By Joe_from_Boston - Andover, MA
Fabulously well maintained arboretum-style park. Most trees labeled with there name. Often the site of special events like the Mem Day Weekend Art Show, Westerly Pops and Fireworks, Shakespeare in the Park, and more. Very nice to visit and walk around even if no event!
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