Block Island
Time Needed: multi-day
Experience Type: scenic views, small-town charm
Just a short ferry ride from the mainland, Block Island feels like a world apart. With rolling green bluffs, historic lighthouses, scenic bike routes, and 17 miles of beaches, this compact island offers the perfect blend of coastal adventure, serenity, and small-town charm.
MUST-DO CHECKLIST
- See the Mohegan Bluffs – Climb to the top of these 150 to 200 foot cliffs for breathtaking ocean views, then descend the stairs to the rocky beach below.
- Explore by Bike or Moped – Rent a bicycle or moped to cruise past lighthouses, stone walls, and sweeping coastal vistas along the island’s quiet backroads.
- Search for Glass Orbs – Hunt for one of 550 handmade glass floats hidden across the island each year along beaches, greenway trails, and public areas as part of the Glass Float Project.
- Visit Both Lighthouses – Tour Southeast Lighthouse near the Mohegan Bluffs, then walk the beach to North Light at the island’s windswept northern tip.
- See Painted Rock – Visit this ever-changing island landmark, a beloved tradition since 1962, where fresh painted messages appear nearly every week for visitors to find.
Plan Ahead: Reserve your bike or moped with Island Moped and Bike Rentals before arriving on Block Island so it’s ready to go when you are. Weekly rentals come with added savings—an easy way to explore the island at your own pace.
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