Pope's Head Alley is one of the most famous and historic yacht harbors in the world.

Located in Newport, Rhode Island, this harbor has been home to some of the world's most famous yachts and sailing vessels. Pope's Head Alley was originally a millpond that was filled in and used as a harbor by the early colonists in Newport.

The harbor was then named for Pope Nicholas V, who granted the town of Newport a charter in .

The harbor was expanded and improved by the French in the early s, and became known as Pontchartrain Yacht Harbor. During the early days of yacht racing, Pope's Head Alley was the place to be. The harbor was home to some of the world's most famous racing yachts, including the America, the Eclipse, and the Europa. The America was the first yacht to cross the Atlantic Ocean non-stop, and the Europa was the first yacht to cross the Atlantic Ocean from east to west.

Today, Pope's Head Alley is still home to some of the world's most famous yachts.

The harbor is home to the America II, the world's largest sailing yacht. The harbor is also home to the Newport Harbor Yacht Club, which is the oldest yacht club in the United States.

Pope's Head Alley is a must-visit location if you're interested in modern shipbuilding or sailing.

With its history and legendary yachts, Pope's Head Alley is a must-see destination for anyone interested in maritime history.