The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Newport, Rhode Island (RI)

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)

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

Who better to tell the story of Newport's history and social and cultural scene than someone who has, and continues to be living the 'Newport life'?  What sets our Tours apart is that we provide a 'Native Newporter' as your guide and chaperone, with the lifelong experiences and knowledge only obtained from being born and raised in Newport. In short, we offer a clear, comprehensive, and fun experience of the "City-By-The-Sea".  Thank You

Inclusions: Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pick-ups are available for an additional charge, please contact local tour provider for arrangement

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. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a password & an app. Download the app, enter password, & download tour. When you arrive, go to the Discover Newport Visitor Center to start the tour. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. This is not an entrance ticket. Check COVID rules & opening hours before your visit. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!

Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support, Learn about the gorgeous Gilded Age Mansions of Newport, including the famous Breakers., Marvel the architectural wonders along Newport’s Bellevue Avenue, from the Elms to Marble House. , Hear stories about American elites like the Vanderbilts who lived in Newport., Drive at your own pace along Newport’s Ocean Drive and enjoy the views of the sea.

Exclusions: Admission to Paid Attractions

Spring cruising aboard Coastal Queen offers maximum comfort and spectacular views of the lighthouses and historic sights that surround magnificent Newport Harbor and lower Narragansett Bay. On the tour, you will see and hear about the lighthouses of Goat Island, Rose Island, Castle Hill & Lime Rock, and also learn about neighboring sites like the harbor mansions, churches, historic Fort Adams and Jamestown Village, the Newport Pell Bridge, Clingstone, Hammersmith Farm and more. You may even see a local seal or two in the water! Valid ID (for bar service) and cloth face covering is required to board. Cruises depart from Bowen's Wharf, Newport & Jamestown.

Inclusions: Live Narration Onboard

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages can be purchased from our magnificent onboard bar.

Small city, big history!  Let your private pedicab driver take you around Newport's fascinating historic high points. See it all at the perfect speed with your own local pedicab guide.

Inclusions: Pedicab tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

Newport's Cliff Walk features the raw, untamed, crashing waves of the Atlantic to one side and lavish, man-made Gilded Age mansions to the other. This juxtaposition creates one of the most beautiful scenic walks in the world. Get the most out of the Cliff Walk with this self-guided audio tour, which dives into the Gilded Age and explores the stories behind the Vanderbilts, Astors, and other American millionaires behind mansions like The Breakers, Marble House, Rosecliff, and others. Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a password and an app. Download the app, enter password, & download tour. When you arrive, go to Easton’s Beach or 40 Steps to start the tour. Stick to the tour route for the best experience. This is not an entrance ticket. Check COVID rules and opening hours before your visit. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!

Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support, Newport’s Cliff Walk offers beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gilded Age Mansions., Admire the scenery — both natural and architectural — as you stroll along this peaceful walk., The scenic Cliff Walk trail passes famed mansions like the Breakers, Rosecliff, and Marble House.

Exclusions: Admission to Paid Attractions

Explore all of Newport, RI! Experience the iconic Cliff Walk, which winds past famous Gilded Age mansions like The Breakers and Marble House. Then hop into your car and drive down Bellevue Avenue and around Ocean Drive. Learn about the mansions, Newport's historic past, and iconic American millionaires like the Vanderbilts and Astors. This combo package offers the best value for those looking to get the most out of their trip to Newport, Rhode Island. Purchase one tour per car, Everyone can listen together! Within 30 mins, we'll send you a unique password & an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, head over to the first stop. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience. Check COVID rules and opening hours before your visit. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!

Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support, Bundled tours

Exclusions: Admission to Paid Attractions

Escape the city for the day and visit the charming, historic Newport mansions in coastal Newport, Rhode Island! With this private, full-day trip you'll enjoy roundtrip transportation with a private driver who will escort you to the extravagant mansions overlooking the ocean. Take your time visiting as few or as many mansions as you'd like, exploring their stately grounds and learning about the wealthy families who once occupied them.

Inclusions: Private day trip

Exclusions: Mansion entrance fees, Mansion tour fees, Food and drinks, Gratuities

This is a private day trip from New York City with private transportation and a private tour guide for your group of up to six guests. It is a day out of the city spent in a lovely New England village by the sea with spectacular homes, museums and views of the ocean. In addition to spending time and having lunch in the village of Newport, we tour Bellevue Avenue (aka "America's most expensive street"); 10 mile Ocean Drive with its breathtaking ocean views and lighthouse and an 1800's Gilded Era Mansion. Guests also have their choice of visiting ONE of the following three museums: International Tennis Hall of Fame, America's Cup Hall of Fame or Newport (classic car) Museum. AMERICA'S CUP HALL OF FAME IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are interested in visiting the America's Cup Hall of Fame, please contact us in advance of making your reservation with the date(s) of your desired visit, as the days and hours the Hall of Fame is open varies by season.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: Gratuities, Admission Fees (approx $40 total per person), Food and Refrehments