Block Island Travel Guide

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Block Island, 12 mi off Rhode Island's southern coast, is 7 mi long and 3 mi wide. With its 17 mi of beaches, it has been a vacation destination since the 19th century. Despite the number of summer visitors and thanks to the efforts of local conservationists, the island's beauty remains intact (more than 40% of the land is preserved); its 365 freshwater ponds support more than 150 species of migrating birds.

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Block Island Hotels

Lodgings on Block Island are booked well in advance (full by April) for weekends in July and August. Many visitors rent homes for stays of a week or more...read more

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Block Island Restaurants

Find the best Block Island restaurants in every price category with our top picks.

Things To Do

Things To Do in Block Island

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