The state has several major ports such as Newport, Providence, and Block Island that are popular departure points for cruises. These ports offer a variety of cruises, including:
- Narragansett Bay cruises: These cruises depart from Newport and sail along Narragansett Bay, visiting destinations such as the Newport Harbor, the Jamestown Bridge, and the Rose Island Lighthouse.
- Block Island cruises: These cruises depart from Newport and sail to Block Island, visiting destinations such as the Block Island North Lighthouse, the Mohegan Bluffs, and the Block Island Southeast Lighthouse.
- Dinner cruises: Some companies offer dinner cruises on Narragansett Bay and Block Island, which include live entertainment and a meal.
- Harbor cruises: These cruises depart from Newport, Providence, and Block Island and sail to destinations such as the Narragansett Bay, the Providence River, and the Block Island Sound, where passengers can see historic ships, lighthouses, and the city's skyline.
- Speedboat cruises: These cruises depart from Newport, Providence, and Block Island and sail to destinations such as Narragansett Bay, where passengers can experience the thrill of a speedboat ride.