Overview
West Warwick is a city in Kent County in Rhode Island.
6 things to do · 5 places to eat · 3 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about West Warwick
Washington Secondary Trail
This paved bike path provides participants with a scenic tour of historic and recreational influences in the West Warwick community. This 3-mile-long trail is part of a longer trail that continues from Cranston and conti…
Natick Playground
If vacationing with little ones, this little park may provide the kids with a fun break from all of the history that usually draws grown ups to the city. Since it is in a quiet neighborhood, the traffic at the park is re…
Goddard Park
This is a Memorial Park located not far away from the heart of West Warwick where there is a lot to do. Swimming, fishing, yaking, golfing, hiking, biking, skating, horse back riding, picnicking are the biggest attractio…
West Warwick Public Library
This library has everything that is needed for a standard student for today. Books, videos, musics and computers are all up to date an accessible for anybody. They also cater to younger children with occasional reading o…
Midville Country Club
Midville is a 9-hole public course with an open layout, allowing mistakes to be made. Perfect for a fun, relaxing day on the links. Greens fees: M-F 18 holes $34.50, 9 holes $23.50; weekends/holidays: 18 holes $38.50, 9 …
West Warwick Country Club
This 9-hole private course will challenge you right from the start. Complete with holes varying from narrow, slanting greens and fairways, to straight-forward holes accompanied with two-tiered greens. This course will sh…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Mar and Dec. (climate data from nearby Providence)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PVD Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, Providence/Warwick — 5 mi away (major hub). Directions
- NPT Newport State Airport, Newport — 17 mi away. Directions
West Warwick is a short drive from any Rhode Island city or town. From the south, it is easiest to take I-95 N exit 11 (in Warwick, RI), to I-295 N exit 1, to RI-2 N into West Warwick. From the north, it is easiest to take I-95 S exit 12, to RI-1 S (Rhode Island Mall/CCRI), into West Warwick. For up to date traffic information, consult the RI Department of Transportation's website.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Washington Secondary Trail, Goddard Park
- Lunch Cowesett Inn
- Afternoon Midville Country Club
- Dinner Khoo
- Evening Del's Lemonade
Day 2
- Morning Natick Playground, West Warwick Public Library
- Lunch House of Wu
- Afternoon West Warwick Country Club
- Dinner Famous Pizza
- Evening La Cafe
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By car
West Warwick is a short drive from any Rhode Island city or town. From the south, it is easiest to take I-95 N exit 11 (in Warwick, RI), to I-295 N exit 1, to RI-2 N into West Warwick. From the north, it is easiest to take I-95 S exit 12, to RI-1 S (Rhode Island Mall/CCRI), into West Warwick. For up to date traffic information, consult the RI Department of Transportation's website.
By plane
The closest airport to West Warwick is T.F. Green International Airport (PVD), 200 Post Road; Warwick, +1-888-268-7222, in Warwick, less than 5 minutes away. T.F. Green serves the Rhode Island area and provides non-stop transportation from Toronto, the Azores (seasonal), and many major U.S. airports including Atlanta, Chicago, Tampa, and Las Vegas. See the complete list of cities with nonstop flights for more information. Upon arrival, renting a car or taking a bus is a convenient way to enter the city.
By bus
A one day bus pass can be purchased on board any RIPTA, +1 401 781-9400, bus and may be used to travel to and around major West Warwick streets and into the city. Unlike larger city routes, bus routes serving West Warwick may not have many trips especially on weekends and nights. Bus fare: one-way: $1.75, transfer: $0.50, one-day pass: $5.00.
- Route 13 Arctic/Washington - Serving Coventry, West Warwick, and Cranston.
Get around
By car
Destinations in West Warwick are most easily accessible by car. Renting a car or bringing your own is advisable. Many locations of interest are close to each other and can be walking distance apart, but locations may be car-centrically designed or areas of high traffic volume. Traveling from West Warwick to the capital city of Providence is easily accessible by car, but plan accordingly for traffic.
Do
Do Washington Secondary Trail (West Warwick Greenway)
This paved bike path provides participants with a scenic tour of historic and recreational influences in the West Warwick community. This 3-mile-long trail is part of a longer trail that continues from Cranston and continues into Coventry, and is accessible to walkers, runners, bikers, and other outdoorsmen. The trail crosses the Pawtuxet River, which runs through West Warwick, and this is where you will also find many of the old textile mills that have been preserved in the community. If you want a break from all this nature, the trail also runs along many commercial areas, where you can find places to eat, shop, and entertain.
Do Natick Playground
If vacationing with little ones, this little park may provide the kids with a fun break from all of the history that usually draws grown ups to the city. Since it is in a quiet neighborhood, the traffic at the park is relatively average--not too many people, but also usually not deserted. While the different kinds of slides and swings may be appealing, be sure to also bring a ball, frisbee, or picnic to enjoy on the field. The playground is always open, and star-gazing may become an interesting addition to your travels, too.
Do Goddard Park
This is a Memorial Park located not far away from the heart of West Warwick where there is a lot to do. Swimming, fishing, yaking, golfing, hiking, biking, skating, horse back riding, picnicking are the biggest attractions to do at the park.
Do West Warwick Public Library
This library has everything that is needed for a standard student for today. Books, videos, musics and computers are all up to date an accessible for anybody. They also cater to younger children with occasional reading of stories to them.
Golf
Do Midville Country Club
Midville is a 9-hole public course with an open layout, allowing mistakes to be made. Perfect for a fun, relaxing day on the links. Greens fees: M-F 18 holes $34.50, 9 holes $23.50; weekends/holidays: 18 holes $38.50, 9 holes $24.50.
Do West Warwick Country Club
This 9-hole private course will challenge you right from the start. Complete with holes varying from narrow, slanting greens and fairways, to straight-forward holes accompanied with two-tiered greens. This course will show you what you are truly made of. Greens fees: $33
Buy
Shop Robert's Musical Instruments
Robert’s supplies customers with brass, woodwind, and violin/viola instruments. Accessories such as stands, picks, and tuners are also available in stock. In the music inventory you will find thousands of titles of sheet music and books. Renting, repairs, and lessons are also offered at here.
Shop April Showers
It is a baby's paradise as it offers a wide selection of products including toys, furniture, and clothing. The clothing ranges from preemie to size sixteen, from play clothes to active wear. They also have items for mommies and specialize in handmande boutique hair bows for babies.
Shop RI Design Center
RIDC is not your typical furniture store. They offer over 60 of the finest furniture manufacturers specializing in window treatments, area rugs, designer fabrics, and accessories. Their services include lighting, interior design and many others.
Shop Fish Bowl Aquarium
It is a smaller pet store considering petsmart but this shop still has a good selection of aquarium pets(fish, snakes, etc.) and they also sell puppies. They give good advise on all the things a person would need to know about how to care for an animal. They also provide grooming.
Shop Joyal’s Liquors Inc
They have all the basics that someone would need for their average run to a liquor store. Joyal’s also carries cigars and an above average selection in wines, especially white wines.
Shop Gendron's Jewelers
A small, locally owned Jewelry shop that carries gold and diamond jewelry, as well as charm beads that are compatible with some of the popular kinds of charm bracelets. The owner is extremely friendly and helpful, if he does not have it he can usually order it for you.
Eat
Eat Cowesett Inn
A versatile restaurant. Although it is next to a busy road and the view is limited to car lots and a nearby gas station, its reputation for a diverse menu and extensive lounge has enabled the restaurant to run a successful business since 1977. The menu ranges from Italian classics like Chicken Marsala, to steamy Mexican favorites like Beef Ranchero, and to fishy Polish Ryba among other options. The head chef has worked with the restaurant for several years.
Eat Khoo
Chinese and sushi.
Eat House of Wu
House of Wu offers American and Chinese cuisine and cocktails. Basic dish prices range from $3 to $15. Some options are barbequed pork strips, wonton soup, lo mein, and egg foo yung. Combination plates and deluxe combinations are more expensive but are bigger servings than the traditional sized items on the menu. Family dinner options are convenient yet pricey.
Eat Famous Pizza
This small restaurant set in the suburbs specializes in pizza and subs. A large pizza feeds up to 8 people. Subs come in small, medium, and large. Delivery is available with a free meal if the order is not delivered in less than a half hour.
Eat Taste of China
Delicious Chinese food with other Asian dishes. Featuring a long list of Chef Specials, Taste of China is an affordable, superb restaurant serving the West Warwick area.
Drink
Drink Del's Lemonade
One of Rhode Islands most famous drinks that you probably will only find here is Del's Lemonade. Especially good in the summer it comes in so many flavors that it's impossible not to like one of them. Long lines and a small shack that you buy it from is a characteristic of the place but it is all worth it in the end. It has become especially popular for kids.
Drink La Cafe
If you imagine what a bar looks like in a small town this is more than likely what your’e thinking. The beer is cheaper and if you go there often enough you will more than likely get to know the staff by name. They have karaoke night, but going here with intentions of a good meal with a full menu will leave you disappointed. You probably won't find kids in here past 7.
Drink Hour Bar
This bar is hidden in the back of a package store. The Hour Bar holds karaoke on the weekend nights and many beer and drink specials. It is a great whole-in-the-wall surprise.
Sleep
Stay SpringHill Suites Providence West Warwick
This hotel is away from the noise of the highway. While it offers most of the same things that any popular hotel would provide--free wi-fi, microwaves and coffee-makers in the rooms, pullout sofas, minifridges, etc.--perhaps the best accommodation is that they offer free shuttle services to T.F. Green Airport and other local businesses.
Stay Comfort Suites
If you are flying in from T.F. Green Airport this is one of the better hotels you can stay in. They have necessary tools like wireless internet and breakfasts whether you're visiting family or on a business trip. An exercise room and a heated pool are also available to be used.
Go next
If you are going south, take Rt 95 South toward New Haven. To go north, take 95 North toward Providence.
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