With some terrific road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to explore all that Weekapaug Beach, 55 miles away, has to offer. Soak up the sights beginning with Misquamicut State Beach, The Flying Horse Carousel and Water Wizz of Westerly. Westbrook Town Beach is another popular destination. It’s 17 miles away and offers an array of fascinating things to do. Essex Steam Train, Hammonasset Beach State Park and Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets are only the start.