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National Historic Site · Rhode Island

Touro Synagogue National Historic Site

National Historic Site in Rhode Island. No entrance fee.

By The Green Adventures · Updated · How we check

TypeNational Historic Site
StateRhode Island
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkAcadia (252 mi)
Closest airportNPT (3 mi)

Touro Synagogue National Historic Site is a national historic site run by the National Park Service in Rhode Island.

In the park service’s words

Touro Synagogue, a building of exquisite beauty and design, steeped in history and ideals, and one of the most historically significant Jewish buildings in America, was designated a National Historic Site in 1946. Dedicated in 1763, it still serves an active congregation and each year greets over 30,000 visitors who come to see the magnificent interior and hear its remarkable story.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Closed. Please refer to https://www.thetourosynagogue.org/ for current hours and worship schedules.

Getting there

From the ferry, cross America's Cup Avenue and follow Long Wharf Mall one block. Bear right onto Touro St. and continue across Spring Street. Touro Synagogue is on the left.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Newport State Airport (NPT) Newport, RI No road route 3 Regional
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) Providence/Warwick, RI No road route 17 Large hub
New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB) New Bedford, MA No road route 22 Regional

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Weather

Average High / Low temperature: January: 38° / 23°F February: 40° / 24°F March: 46° / 30°F April: 55° / 39°F May: 65° / 48°F June: 73° / 57°F July: 78° / 63°F August: 78° / 64°F September: 72° / 57°F October: 63° / 47°F November: 53° / 39°F December: 43° / 28°F Rain totals average between 6-9 inches each month throughout the year.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Acadia, about 252 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Touro Synagogue National Historic Site?

No entrance fee.

Where is Touro Synagogue National Historic Site?

In Rhode Island. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Newport State Airport, about 3 miles away.

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