Reservations can be made and are preferred in july and august. Block island ferry covid19 information block island ferry. They start taking ferry reservations for the 2019 summer season in january. The block island ferry is the only vehicle ferry service to block island. This condo situates you right in the middle of the action which allows the enjoyment and convenience of being near it all. Block island harbors department contact information office telephone. Tours of block island are one of the most popular ways to get around the island. One person in your group will have to take the round trip ferry trip during the week, but if you really want your car for part of the week it is doable. The viking superstar was custom designed by captain paul forsberg for the waters of montauk. The block island chamber of commerce is ready to help you plan your special block island vacation. Your discover block island package will include the following. Fares are subject to change and block island express reserves the right to reprice a reservation that is changed after it was originally booked.
These perfectly located accommodations are minutes from the block island ferry dock, in town and walking distance to shops and restaurants. The 10 best restaurants in block island updated may 2020. Reserve your time on block island for spring, summer or fall. Our inventory includes regular hotel rooms, apartments, efficiencies and studios as well as house rentals. Jun 25, 20 401 4662605 41 water st block island, ri 02807. Another highspeed ferry runs from orient point, long island, n. Block island reservations, in the heart of old harbor, books rooms for multiple properties. The block island ferry interstate navigation company has operated yearround ferry service to the island from pt. Two round trip ferry tickets on the traditional ferry from point judith rhode island.
All of our ferry trips are onboard the brand new custom designed viking superstar, unless otherwise noted. For hotel reservations, call 18444053275 or book online. Email the viking superstar is 120 long and is a highspeed ferry featuring a stable antiseasickness design. Block island express at its sole and absolute discretion. Allow yourself enough time to park, purchase tickets and get on board. Block island inns avonlea block island hotel block. Passenger tickets may be purchased online or at the ticket window on the day of departure. Departure location new london, ct orient point, ny. The block island ferry also offers on island bus tours. Block island ferry services block island chamber of commerce. Fresh seafood and sunset views on great salt pond in new harbor. The viking superstar is 120 long and is a highspeed ferry featuring a stable antiseasickness design. Old harbor is in the center of town and has a small 30 boat marina operated by the town.
Contact the reservation office for car reservations. For reservations, click on the button below or call 860 4444624. Westerly, located just off interstate 95 is an easy drive, or train ride from anywhere in new england. This is the only ferry that can take vehicles to the island and reservations for vehicles are required. As expected the ferry is incredibly busy on summer weekends, especially heading to block island. Block island reservation services block island, rhode island. We will have trips to new london beginning sometime in june then we will sail thursday, friday, sunday and monday in july, august until september 7th excluding sun sept 6th. Block island beach house is a spirited but laidback destination for discovering the island s lowkey charm. A dreamy block island lodging, avonlea is a beautiful newly renovated beach house that offers what is hands down the best view on the island. Directions from the old harbor ferry landing come up out of the ferry landing and take a left on to water street.
The commercial ferry landing is also located in old harbor. Vehicle transport is not offered on the hispeed ferry passenger tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the ticket window on the date of travel as space allows. Sandsland reservation block island narragansett council. Point judith, ri block island ferry cars point judith, ri block island high speed ferry no cars. If you are planning on flying to block island, please allow sufficient time to take the ferry if the planes are not flying due to foggy or bad weather so you will not forfeit the charge for your room for. Additional ferry service is available from montauk, long island, n. Block island accommodations block island reservations. Tired of showing up to park for the block island ferry or heading to the beach and not. Block island is located about twelve miles off the rhode island coast. The ferry does have some nice viewing decks and a bar within the. Block island has the largest selection of victorian era hotels of any vacation destination on the eastern seaboard. Vehicle reservations or to speak to a reservation agent ext. Block island ferry 107 state st new london, ct travel agents.
We can assist you in your decision on where to stay on the island, where to eat, where to shop, and what to do. It is part of the fun of visiting the great place called block island. The block island ferry returns to narragansett ri, docks and passengers on mopeds ride off duration. Its a tongueincheek kind of piece and it reads on the quick. Please have all your information ready when you call so our staff can assist. We have the most departures and convenient ferry schedule from the mainland which allows you greater flexibility when traveling to and from block island on our traditional or high speed ferry. Block island boat basin marina offers 100 slips with 85 reserved for transients. If you are already here just call us on the phone at 4014662631 or hail us on the vhf radio on channel 9. Block island ferry 107 state st new london ct 06320. Once you arrive, you will be overwhelmed by the islands elegant beauty and small town charm. Discover block island s unspoiled beaches, 200 foot cliffs, freshwater ponds and lush rolling hills under a quilt of wildflowers, described by the nature conservancy as one of the last 12 great places in. Among the architectural gems are the atlantic inn, the spring house, hotel manisses, the national hotel and, once again to everyones. Two night midweek stay on block island for two guests at the harborside inn.
The boat basin do not have moorings, only the harbors department has moorings and they can be reached on ch. Hispeed and traditional ferry service to block island from narragansett ri, newport ri and fall river. Should you wish to venture out, the beach is a 30second. Block island hotels and rentals block island reservations. Discover block islands unspoiled beaches, 200 foot cliffs, freshwater ponds and lush rolling hills under a quilt of wildflowers, described by the nature conservancy as one of the last 12 great places in the western hemisphere. Online reservations online parking reservations now available. Block island express high speed passenger only ferry service new london ct block island ri. Find block island restaurants in the rhode island area and other cities such as providence, newport, rhode island, east greenwich, and more. Our family package will include tickets on the traditional ferry from point judith, rhode island a complimentary soft drink on the ferry. Offering the largest selection of block island rentals vacation homes, hotels, bed and breakfast and more.
Air services, provided by new england airlines, are offered daily year round from westerly, ri. For information on all 2019 packages please call 18008256254 or. For group reservations ten rooms or more, advance notice of six weeks is required for multiple cancellations or changes to the reservations. Block island reservations is your one stop shopping for accommodations on block island. Modern clam shack fare across from the ferry dock in old harbor. Major events include block island race week, a competitive weeklong sailboat race, fishing tournaments, the run around the block, summer beach concert series, the annual fourth of july parade and celebration and more. Vehicle reservations for summer weekends and holidays should be booked four to five months in advance, and all reservations must be prepaid with a credit card. On its large wrap around porch, guests often spend their entire vacation relaxing on the property.
Weve coordinated schedules as you can see below to get you there the easiest way. Visit block island on the fastest ferries from the mainland. Vip seats to block island s hometown traditional 4th of july parade, fireworks and all the celebration of the day. There is so much to learn about block island and so many ways to learn about it from locals.
Please note that mapping coordinates may not be accurate. Block island is a great getaway and offers bird watching, deep sea fishing, hiking and biking. Fill out this form and we will contact you with your reservation confirmation or other availability options. This is the only ferry that can take vehicles to the island and reservations for vehicles are. Due to limited seating, we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance at our online ticket. We continually run specials and packages, which can be found at our web site. Block island bike and car rental is 401 4662297 and old harbor bike shop is 401 466 2029. Block island reservations block island, rhode island. Yearround traditional and hispeed ferry service is offered from point judith. Block island ferry narragansett 2020 all you need to.
This was our first visit to the island, and our first on the hispeed ferry. Guided tours are offered by land taxi tours, air helicopter tours and sea kayak tours, offshore wind farm tours, etc. For more information contact the ferry companies directly. Block island chamber of commerce where to stay, what to do. New england airlines has been providing daily scheduled air service to block island as a certificated commuter airline since 1970. To reach the island you must take a ferry or a small plane. Parking lots are in the area so you will always be able to park. Dont forget to make your block island ferry reservations with interstate navigation. Caterpillar d2 bulldozer broke down in a forest years ago. There are numerous beaches ranging from sandy, family friendly beaches to the more secluded south coast beaches popular with surfers and surfcasters. The block island ferry docks at champlins marina in new harbor. Planning an event, wedding or want to contact ballards about a hotel or dining reservation.
The hispeed ferry is the fastest way to block island. Block island activities include biking, parasailing, hiking on the many nature trails and beaches, sunbathing, kayaking. Advance reservations are recommended for our hispeed ferry. To make a reservation, please call our reservations office at 8006264773 or 4014662421.
Its, ahem, also a cautionary tale for those who have or do not have, vehicle reservations. An easy hop on the ferry from newport, fall river, or point judith, block island beach house is the spot for a memorable night, perfect weekend, or an unforgettable weeklong getaway. Block island ferry 304 great island rd narragansett, ri. They may not have a car avaialable for all of the days at this point, but see what they have and how much it is. Check in for all our properties will be at the block island reservation s office conveniently located across from the ferry landing in old harbor, in the lobby of the harborside inn. Ocean view penthouse 33 ocean avenue vacation near the pulse of block island s entertainment. The block island ferry terminal is located in galilee on great island road across from the light house inn. Vehicle transport is only offered on the traditional ferry. For more information about transporting your vehicle, please visit our vehicle reservation page. That is the block island car ferry or traditional ferry with the rectangular windows hiding behind the block island hispeed ferry in the photo above. Jun 04, 2015 sail away on the block island ferry duration. Tired of showing up to park for the block island ferry or heading to the beach and not being able to find a place to park.
Or, you can still connect via cross sound ferry from orient point and transfer to the block island express in new london. Taking a car to block island requires advance planning, especially for summer visits. Sunday can be a tough day to get on stand by, but you could attempt it. Reservations for 2019 are currently being accepted on our website. New london ferry service in may has been cancelled. Block island express does not guarantee that the ferry will depart or arrive at the tiem stated on the schedule and crossing times may vary. Travel type vehicle and passenger passenger only commercial truck rv casino connections.
642 1043 448 774 492 882 209 318 924 355 231 222 122 143 312 325 969 1490 487 1029 463 887 586 655 400 1390 305 659 1144 1143 883 844 1014 923 1330 665