Bristol Bristol, Rhode Island is a quintessential New England waterfront town. It is situated on a peninsula surrounded by Narragensett and Mount Hope Bays. It is part of the East Bay communities along with Warren and Barrington, RI. This coastal community has a rich 325 year history and hosts the oldest, continuous 4th of July celebration in the United States. The town is plentiful with many year round recreational activities and a spectacular waterfront that provides beautiful views as well as many water sports. The town has not lost its historic, ‘Main Street America’ feel with many stately homes, tree lined streets and old town store fronts.