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10 Tours in Newport That You Shouldn't Miss
Once the summer playground of America's wealthiest families, Newport remains a popular vacation destination at any time of year. The famous mansions, each more opulent than the last, offer detailed tours and give a fascinating glimpse into Gilded Age extravagance. While the town rightly emphasizes its history with a variety of museums and tours, Newport also has a vibrant, contemporary side, made manifest in quirky shops and great restaurants.
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1. Rhode Island in a Day
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
This tour gives you the cuisine, scenery, and story of Rhode Island in one trip! It is the perfect blend of history, food, and sightseeing. No tour in the state gives you a better overall picture of Rhode Island.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Travellagal40
Excellent tour of downtown Providence city and local sites. Lovely Victorian houses. Knowledgeable tour guide.
2. Newport Trolley Tour with Marble House - Viking Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Explore the history and see the beauty of Newport on this driver narrated 3-hour trolley tour. Pass beautiful buildings and grand mansions on Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue while learning about their stories. Included in your tour is admission into the Marble House, the elaborate estate of William K. Vanderbilt.
Inclusions: 90-minute Driver Narrated Trolley Tour of Scenic Newport, Admission to one of the following Newport Mansions: The Breakers, The Marble House, or Rosecliff, Professional Guide, Learn about Newport’s history and significance
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By gracefT7391WH
We did the tour w The Breakers and we had a great time! Dominic was our tour guide and he was fantastic! We enjoyed all the stories and history of Newport and the “cottages”. He was informative and entertaining; the perfect balance. The Breakers was a great self guided tour! I recommend downloading the Mansions App before hand so you aren’t hurrying to do it while there. It is a really good App that walks you through the tour and each room! All in all a great way to start our Newport weekend!
3. Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 209 reviews
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 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 6 local restaurants off-the-beaten-path where the locals go. A one-of-a-kind guided food tour for Rhode Island natives and visitors alike.
Inclusions: All food tastings, Local guide, Guide sheet & map, 3 Alcohol tastings can be added for an additional cost of $15. Contact tour operator to upgrade.
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (contact tour operator if you want to upgrade to include alcohol), Gratuities
Reviewed By Patrick S
Great opportunity to tour my own city by food! Lainey was a great tour guide and knew so much stuff about a city that I live in and didn’t know! You’ll walk away full and happy!
4. Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 504 reviews
For ages 5 and up, this approx 3-hour tour is our Best Of Newport Trolley Tour PLUS a 90-minute tour ticket for admission inside the Vanderbilt Breaker's Mansion (total approx 3 hrs). After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at Bus Platform #2 of the Newport Bus Terminal, 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 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.
Inclusions: A leather captain seat aboard our luxurious, comfortable, late-model Trolley, Breathtaking scenic overview on a narrated trolley tour of Newport (approx 90 min), Tour inside the Breakers Mansion and its grounds , See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
Exclusions: Parking available at the Newport Bus Terminal (fees apply at gate upon exit)., Gratuities
Reviewed By Brenda K
The tour was wonderful, very inclusive and the guide was fabulous. Very informative and lots of fun. Every attentions to our comfort and interest was taken and we were totally happy with the experience
5. Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers - Viking Tours
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 119 reviews
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.
Inclusions: 90-minute Narrated Trolley Tour of Scenic Newport, Professional Guide, Admission to one of the following Newport Mansions: The Breakers, The Marble House, or Rosecliff, See over 150+ Newport Points of Interest
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By katieaQ6149GZ
Dominick was great! His personality made the tour really fun. He is very knowledgeable and made everyone feel welcome on the trolly. COVID rules were followed everyone was masked up. Excellent price and the tour covered alot of places and history. Thank you!
6. Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 115 reviews
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.
Inclusions: 90-minute Narrated Trolley Tour of Historic Newport, Professional Guide, See over 150+ Points of Interest such as Bellevue Ave, Ocean Drive, Breakers & Marble House and More, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By gracefT7391WH
We did the tour w The Breakers and we had a great time! Dominic was our tour guide and he was fantastic! We enjoyed all the stories and history of Newport and the “cottages”. He was informative and entertaining; the perfect balance. The Breakers was a great self guided tour! I recommend downloading the Mansions App before hand so you aren’t hurrying to do it while there. It is a really good App that walks you through the tour and each room! All in all a great way to start our Newport weekend!
7. Private Mansion and Newport Rhode Island City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
Get the clearest, most comprehensive picture of Newport, a.k.a. "The City-By-The-Sea" through the experiences only a 'Native Newporter' can provide. As our guest, you will learn about its colonial history, its religious and racial diversity, as well as view the City's remarkable architecture and landscapes. This Tour has a duration of 2.5 - 3 hours, depending on weather, traffic, and time spent walking, including about 1 hour spent touring a Mansion.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by van, Private tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off (available for an additional charge)
Reviewed By jameshX427CF
On 10/17/19 at approximately 12:30PM our cruise ship captain notified us that our ship would not be able to make port in Newport, RI, because of high seas and gale force winds. Our tour was scheduled for 11AM the next morning on 10/18/19, so my calls to this tour operator were placed at 22 hours prior to the scheduled tour. The weather and the timing were out of my control, and yes, I was slightly less than the 24 hour minimum on the cancellation policy, but I was very disappointed that Native Newporter Tours declined my request for a refund of $110. Considering the weather, I very much doubt that he would have been able to book someone else for a walking tour on that day, and I believe that most tour operators given these circumstances would have refunded my purchase price. In addition, I have called several times, hoping to discuss this with Peter, but he as chosen not to return my phone calls.
8. Newport Mansions Trolley Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 231 reviews
For ages 5 and up, this approx 90-min tour is an "overview" tour of scenic Newport. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at Bus Platform #2 of the Newport Bus Terminal, 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 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.
Inclusions: For Ages 5+, board our luxurious, comfortable late-model Trolley with leather captain's chairs, Our breath-taking, narrated Scenic Overview Trolley Tour of Newport, See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
Exclusions: Parking available at Newport Bus Terminal (fees apply at gate upon exit)., Gratuities
Reviewed By michaelmZ5118EY
My wife and I and another couple took the tour. Was very impressed on the knowledge Troy had of Newport and it’s mansions. Troy was very informative and also tossed in a little humor along the way. The trolley was very comfortable along with the leather seats. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit Newport. Make sure you ask for Trolley Troy.
9. Newport Walking Food Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 102 reviews
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!
Inclusions: Local guide, Small group walking tour, Food and beverages, Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in
Reviewed By Fadipadi
This is a new endeavor for Tom and Sue and they are off to a great start. We particularly loved the history of the 5th ward and enjoyed being further south on Thames Street. Harry’s, Winner, Winner and Fatuli’s were delightful stops, but two others need improvement. The quality of pizza at Karma Pizza could easily be duplicated at the gas station in the next block. There’s gotta be better. And the treatment at O Brian’s was deplorable. We were served a “signature” cocktail in a plastic cup and were told the bartender would explain the ingredients. She just walked away and had to be called back to tell us the ingredients. Also we were seated in front of an open garage door and it was a windy cold day. Our hosts ask them to close the door. The manager refused saying there was a dog in the building and it had to remain open. There was only one other occupied table in the restaurant. Did they offer to move us? No. Tom and Sue-find someone who appreciates your business.
10. Newport, RI Day trip to Martha's Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 9 reviews
Enjoy a self-guided daytrip to Martha’s Vineyard! Do sightseeing, shopping, or have fresh "right-off-the-boat" seafood! We will pick you up in our comfortable, semi-private vans at your desired location in the Newport, RI area and take you to the historic seaport of New Bedford, Massachusetts. Your driver will say good-bye as you enjoy a luxurious cruise to Martha’s Vineyard on the SeaStreak Fast Ferry. The ferry glides through the waters between the islands ensuring a smooth, relaxing trip! When you arrive on the island, explore the sights that interest you at your leisure (self-guided). Follow the walking tour of Oak Bluffs including the Flying Horse Carousel, Ginger Bread Houses, and picturesque marina. Enjoy authentic New England seafood or just relax on one of the many beaches. Feeling adventurous? Take a shuttle over to the Aquinnah cliffs! At the end of the day, your driver will meet you in New Bedford for your return ride to the Newport, RI area.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer from Newport, RI to the ferry port at New Bedford, Round-trip ferry from New Bedford to Martha's Vineyard
Exclusions: Gratuities, Shuttle bus on Martha's Vineyard (approx. $10), Food and drinks, A Guided Tour
Reviewed By 346kimg
Wonderful experience! Great drivers. Very friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend. Have fun!
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