The Bohlin

The Rehearsal Dinner

The Welcome Party

Rosecliff Mansion

Our Wedding

Rosecliff

Ceremony

Reception

Stoneacre Garden

The After Party

HOW TO GET TO NEWPORT

TRAIN

<a href="https://www.amtrak.com/home.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amtrak</a>'s Northeast Corridor offers daily service to two nearby connecting stations: Kingston, RI (KIN): Uber/Lyft available for transportation to downtown Newport (about 20 minute drive). Providence, RI (PVD): Uber/Lyft and taxis available for transportation to downtown Newport (about 40 minute drive). Amtrak departs from Metropark (Edison, NJ), New Brunswick, Princeton, New York City, Boston, Bridgeport, Stamford and more.

PLANE

It's easiest to fly into the Providence airport (PVD) and from there drive 40 minutes to downtown Newport. Uber/Lyft services are available from the airport as well as taxis. Public transportation by bus is also available from PVD to Newport, taking approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, including transfers.

Newport is within driving distance from NY, NJ, PA, and MA.

Travel

WHERE TO STAY

Please join us in Newport for our wedding weekend. We strongly suggest booking your accommodations as soon as possible as our wedding weekend is a very popular time to visit Newport. The cutoff date for room block availability is July 13th, 2026. We have three accommodations available with special rates at The Pell, Hotel Viking, and Hammetts Hotel. There will be transportation provided to and from Rosecliff from each of these hotels.

This hotel option is located in Middletown, slightly outside of Newport, but within a 20 minute drive to Rosecliff and a 15 minute drive to downtown Newport. The link will take you to our room block. The block is for Thursday, August 27th - Saturday, August 29th. If you wish to stay an extra night, please call or book separately online as this link will only work for Thursday and Friday night. Rooms can be booked with two queen beds or one king bed. Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Middletown for transportation to downtown Newport. There will be transportation provided to and from Rosecliff as well.

The Pell - JDV by Hyatt

This hotel is now sold out. Hotel Viking is located just a 10 minute walk away from Bannisters Wharf and a 9 minute drive to Rosecliff. This hotel is undergoing major renovations this fall/winter and will be brand new for your stay in August. There will be transportation provided to Rosecliff from Hotel Viking.

Hotel Viking

Hammetts Hotel is in a great location at the center of downtown Newport. Located in Hammett's Wharf, this hotel offers beautiful views of the marina. It is about a 2 minute walk to our Welcome Party at the Bohlin and a 10 minute drive to Rosecliff. Transportation will be provided from Hammetts to Rosecliff. Using the link below, you will be led to our room block with the dates 8/27-8/29 selected. There are some rooms available on Saturday night as part of the block if you choose to stay the full weekend. You may also call the hotel front desk at (401) 324-7500 and share that you are booking under the Madalyn Braunstein and Harrison Smith Wedding Block.

Hammetts Hotel

MORE HOTELS

There are so many beautiful hotels in Newport! Below are some other hotel options.

This hotel is now sold out.

Island House Newport

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection

Forty 1° North

The Chanler at Cliff Walk

Accommodations

We are so excited for everyone to experience the coastal charm of Newport! Below are some of our favorite spots to visit while in town.

FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Perfect spot for a quick coffee and breakfast! There is another location on Pond Ave.

The Nitro Bar

A great breakfast and lunch spot. We love the Classic Turkey Club and Cru Chicken Sandwich!

Cru Cafe

Cute cafe with fun coffee/matcha options.

Kaffeology

The smoothies are a must at Drift!

Drift Cafe

Amazing seafood for lunch! They have a nice rooftop and terrace if you'd like to dine outside.

Midtown Oyster Bar

FOR HAPPY HOUR

Take in the gorgeous views on the Castle Hill Inn lawn.

The Lawn Terrace at Castle Hill Inn

Scenic rooftop bar that serves amazing cocktails! The Vanderbilt is also a great spot for lunch or dinner.

The Roof Deck at The Vanderbilt

Enjoy either the inside or outside patio of Black Pearl for a happy hour cocktail and some oysters!

The Black Pearl

FOR DINNER

A Newport classic! Must make reservations in advance.

Clarke Cooke House

Perfect spot for a nice glass of wine and a steak dinner on the wharf.

22 Bowen's

Enjoy a vibrant coastal dining experience at Flora - sporting unique cocktails and delicious food.

Flora at Gardiner House

Dine at the oldest operating tavern in the United States! This restaurant opened in 1673 and has been serving locals and visitors for over 350 years.

White Horse Tavern

Thames Street Kitchen

Delicious Italian cuisine located on the marina at the beautiful Hammett’s Wharf (great place to eat if you're staying at Hammetts!).

Giusto

FOR FUN

Take a morning stroll on the cliff walk to see Newport's historic mansions (including Rosecliff!) while taking in the ocean views.

Cliff Walk – South End

Visit Newport's International Tennis Hall of Fame! They offer tennis lessons on the grass courts, have a museum on property, and a restaurant to dine at.

International Tennis Hall of Fame

Audrain Auto Museum

Del’s Lemonade

Set sail on the Adirondack II and enjoy the scenic views of Newport from the water! Offering daily day sail and sunset sail departures at Bowen's Wharf.&nbsp;

Sail on the Adirondack II

Check out the Dueling Pianos on the second floor or the band on the first floor!

One Pelham East Bar & Grill

Explore Newport

Wedding Party

Registry

Photos

Q + A

Dress Code

Please arrive for shuttle pick-up at one of the below locations. We will have shuttles leaving from The Pell, Hotel Viking, and Red Parrot Circle (walking distance from Hammetts Hotel, 41 North, Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina, and The Brenton). At the conclusion of the reception, return shuttle service will be available to each hotel, as well as to and from the after-party for guests who wish to continue the festivities. The PellAddress: 425 E Main Rd, Middletown, RIPlease be at The Pell hotel entrance for pickup at 4:55 PM. Red Parrot Circle(Hammetts Hotel, Forty One North, The Brenton, Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina)Address: 348 Thames St, Newport, RIPlease be at Red Parrot Circle for pickup at 5:05 PM. Hotel VikingAddress: 1 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RIPlease be at the Hotel Viking entrance for pickup at 5:05 PM.

Madalyn & Harrison

Madalyn & Harrison

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