Newport has been a lot of things over the course of history, most notably a playground for the country’s rich and famous. This is evident in the city’s stunning mansions and gardens, art museums, and top attractions, including the International Tennis Hall of Fame. If you’ve ever played, watched, or even admired the sport of Tennis, then the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport really is a must-visit.
As with many of the town’s top attractions, the International Tennis Hall of Fame is within walking distance of our Newport RI Bed and Breakfast. Our location in downtown Newport is unbeatable, but so, too, are our accommodations. Our historic Inn was built in 1803 and still embodies the historic elegance of Newport, all while providing the modern amenities you crave. Explore with us this summer. Book a room at our Newport RI Bed and Breakfast today!
Visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a special place. It simultaneously celebrates and preserves the history of Tennis and celebrates the sport’s champions. The complex exists within what was once known as the Newport Casino, a beautiful facility dating back to 1880.
Originally, the Casino was a social club for Newport’s turn of the century summer elite and later became the first U.S. National Men’s Singles Championship site. Ultimately, this event, which became known as the US Open, was moved to New York, but the event remains a part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s legacy.
Within the International Tennis Hall of Fame, you’ll find a museum dedicated to the sport’s history, grass courts, and an indoor tennis facility. The museum showcases more than 2,000 tennis-related artifacts, images, videos, and publications relating to the sport over the course of its history. Get up close and personal with Roger Federer in the museum, too, with its famous holographic theater.
Of course, while you’re at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, you’ll learn more about the Hall of Famers themselves. There are 262 inductees represented at the facility, representing 27 countries around the world. The most recent round of inductees was just added on July 17, 2021.
You can, of course, also play some Tennis while you’re visiting the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The facility houses 13 grass, 6 hard, and 1 clay court, which continue to be played on by members and tennis players from around the globe. The Hall of Fame Tennis Club is open to the public daily for court time, lessons and clinics. Each July, the facility also hosts the Hall of Fame Open, with the next one taking place July 10 – 17, 2022.
Unwind in Luxury at our Newport RI Bed and Breakfast
Our Newport RI Bed and Breakfast is located by the Sea’s Yachting Village and is just a block from the harbor, restaurants, and shops on Thames Street, and only 1 1/2 blocks from Bellevue Avenue with its mansions, shops, and the International Tennis Hall of Fame. We offer free parking for our guests, and our walkable location means you can enjoy the best of downtown Newport RI without all the hassle.
Each of our guest rooms is an elegant oasis, tastefully decorated and well-appointed with high-end amenities, including a Bluetooth alarm radio, television, small fridge, Keurig machine, and complimentary WIFI. We also have things like robes and beach towels available upon request. Each morning of your stay, you’ll be treated to a delicious multi-course breakfast in our dining room. We have coffee, tea, granola, and yogurt, beginning at 7:30 am, followed later by a choice between two entrees, one sweet and one savory. We’re also happy to accommodate your dietary needs to the best of our ability.
Newport, RI, really is an incredible town to visit, with a historic elegance that is unmatched. Explore with us this summer. Book your room at our Newport RI Bed and Breakfast today!
