Top 20 Experiences in Newport
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
For ages 5+ only, this approx 3-hour tour is our scenic overview trolley tour PLUS a 90-minute visit inside the Vanderbilt Breaker's Mansion. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at Bus Platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Era history and events that occurred over the centuries. Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Age, Hocus Pocus 2, the Great Gatsby, Amistad, True Lies, and a dozen more. Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions. This tour is 160-180 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours
Since 1962 Viking Tours has shown visitors the Newport that we know and love! Explore the history of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Pass beautiful buildings and grand mansions on Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue while learning about their stories. Then, The Breakers, the elaborate estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt. See the beauty of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Wheelchair Accessible Trolley Upon Request with 24 Hour Notification, please contact us to confirm ADA requirements.
Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview
On this 1.5-hour tour, take in the beauty of Newport from a trolley. Listen to the history of the buildings and restored homes on Ten-Mile Ocean Drive, along with the mansions on Bellevue Avenue. Enjoy the charm of Newport on this trolley tour. Wheelchair Accessible Trolleys Upon Request (401) -847-6921
Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 5+ only)
For ages 5+ only, this approx 90-min tour is an overview of scenic Newport. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Age history and events that occurred over the centuries. Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Age, Hocus Pocus 2, The Great Gatsby, Amistad, True Lies, and a dozen more. Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions. This tour is approximately 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
Evening Voyage with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Relax and enjoy the sunset on this 90-minute narrated harbor cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Cruise in comfort during your scenic tour of Newport and Jamestown while enjoying a complimentary quahog "stuffie" and champagne toast. A cash bar with a selection of wine, beer, and signature cocktails is available on board.
Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
This 75-minute narrated harbor cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay will have you cruising in comfort as you enjoy a scenic tour of Newport and Jamestown. Afternoon cruisers are offered a complimentary Rhode Island specialty - Del's frozen soft lemonade. A cash bar with a selection of wine, beer, and signature cocktails is available on board.
Newport Walking Food And History Tour
Enjoy delightful food from five restaurants while strolling the historic streets of Newport, Rhode Island! Our tour begins in front of the Wave sculpture on the corner of America's Cup Ave. and Memorial Blvd.. We will talk about Newport's infamous pirates, Revolutionary War armies, the Gilded Age of mansions and industrialists, the Irish American heritage up to and including the condominium boom. Our tour will last 2.5 hours and will cover approximately 1.75 miles. Bring your appetites, you will not be disappointed!
Newport Ghosts: Seaside Hauntings and Hags Tour
Come on our chilling ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Are you ready to take a trip through Newport’s most haunted hotspots? Newport is known for its stunning coastlines, delectable cuisine... and ghosts! The seaside community dates back to 1663 and is regarded as one of America's most haunted towns. Newport is teeming with spirits, from Carey Mansion to the White Horse Tavern. Book your trip with us today and stroll the ghostly streets of this coastal town. The spirits of Newport are waiting for you!
Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI
Gansett Cruises offers a comfortable, entertaining and informative tour of the Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Our vessel, Gansett, is a wooden 1969 lobster fishing boat that has been beautifully restored and maintained. We look forward to serving you complimentary Mimosas in the morning in addition to our cash bar options and local favorites such as Del's frozen soft Lemonade and Yacht Club Soda. Sit back and relax while your Captain, Crew and Tour Guide take you through Newport's rich coastal history.
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
Discover Newport’s culinary side and let your local guide lead you on this three-hour walking tour through historic neighborhood streets. Explore the evolving diverse culinary landscape of Rhode Island while gaining insight into the history, architecture and cultural components of Newport, Rhode Island. Your tastings will take you to at least 5-6 diverse local restaurants off-the-beaten-path where the locals go, away from the more touristy areas of the city. A one-of-a-kind guided food tour for Rhode Island natives and visitors alike.
Newport Sunset Sail on Classic Sailboat
Sunset sailing is one of the best evening activities to do during your stay in Newport, RI. Enjoy a relaxing sail around Narragansett Bay on a classic sailboat and see all of Newport's iconic sights from the water including historic lighthouses and landmarks, other classic boats and sailboats, bridges, mansions and more!
Newport Afternoon Sightseeing Sail on Classic Sailboat
Sail on a classic sailboat in Newport, RI, and enjoy a sightseeing sailing experience around Narragansett Bay. Pass by many iconic sights during the sail, including Newport's historic lighthouses and landmarks, bridges, mansions and more! We'll even see Newport Bridge, New England's largest suspension bridge from the water. Relax on deck of Schooner Madeleine, a beautiful classic sailboat, as the crew raises sail. Drinks are available for purchase onboard and guests are welcome to bring a snack. This sightseeing sailing experience is great for locals and those visiting Newport in the spring, summer and fall.
Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport
On this narrated tour, our guides will tell you about the lighthouses of Goat Island, Rose Island, Castle Hill, Lime Rock and the neighboring sites—including the harbor mansions, churches, historic Fort Adams, Jamestown, the Pell Newport Bridge, Clingstone, Hammersmith Farm and more. You may even see a local seal or two in the water! The boat's main deck is spacious and weatherproof for comfortable cruising and there is a covered top deck with clear, roll-down side curtains, for comfort and great sightseeing. Cruises depart from Bowen's Wharf, Newport.
Newport Scenic Sunset Cruise on Classic Boat Rum Runner II
Enjoy a scenic sunset cruise aboard a classic yacht, Rum Runner II. See views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from the water. Please note this is not a narrated cruise. Check with the ticket booth staff to purchase beverages before getting underway.
Olde Town Ghost Walk
The Olde Town Ghost Walk is Newport, Rhode Island's most popular walking tour. Accept no imitations or copycat local ghost tours. Join Newport, Rhode Island's #1 walking tour! Your lantern led walking tour will take you to Newport's oldest and most haunted locations. These are true ghost sightings and discovered with nearly 20 years of research and firsthand witness accounts. Bring a camera or cell phone as well. Numerous guests capture ghostly images during the tour! Don't wait, make tonight your time to Discover Newport, RI's haunted Past!
Scenic Newport, RI Self-Driving Audio Tour
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore Newport, RI with a scenic self-guided driving tour! See everything this seaside town has to offer at your own pace. As you drive down Bellevue Avenue, the "most beautiful avenue in the world", see and learn about the gorgeous Gilded Age Mansions along the way - including The Breakers, Marble House, The Elms, Rosecliff, Château-sur-mer & more. Continue along Ocean Drive, featuring breathtaking vistas. This self-guided tour allows you to explore with maximum flexibility and value. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II
Step aboard a classic boat and get a great overview of Newport’s historic waterfront, Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. This tour is fully narrated and includes passing by all the iconic sites Newport has to offer from the water. Sightsee along the shoreline, see some Newport mansions, see Fort Adams and some of the largest private yachts that summer in Newport.
Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Bundle Tour
Visit historic, coastal Newport at your own pace during this attraction-packed, self-guided tour. Follow a carefully chosen itinerary and live GPS map, with stops at celebrated mansions like the Bellevue House, the chateau-inspired Elms, and the iconic Vanderbilt home, the Breakers, plus natural sights like Easton’s Beach and Fort Adams State Park. • A self-guided tour of Newport’s top historic and natural attractions • Ideal for groups: purchase only one tour per car, and everyone can listen in • The tour is available from the moment you book, with no expiration date • Take as long or as little as you’d like in each location, with plenty of enriching audio After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour
Explore scenic, Newport’s historic Cliff Walk at your own pace using this self-guided, GPS-based tour. Download an easy-to-use app and set off on an attraction-packed audio tour. Learn the little-known stories behind famous families of the Gilded Age—the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and other millionaires—and see their iconic oceanside mansions. • A self-guided walking tour of Newport’s Cliff Walk • Enrich your visit with the stories behind Newport’s iconic millionaire mansions • Enjoy a mix of natural and historical attractions on a carefully chosen itinerary • Benefit from online support as needed and an easy-to-use downloadable app After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
Newport Sightseeing Day Sailing Experience on Schooner Adirondack
See Newport, Rhode Island from the water on an exciting sunset sail around Newport Harbor on Schooner Adirondack. You'll pass by many iconic sights, bridges, lighthouses and more during this 1.5-hour experience!