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Top 5 Cultural Tours in Newport, Rhode Island (RI)
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. 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!
2. Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Elms Mansion Admission
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 78 reviews
Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this day trip that includes both a guided tour and free time. Explore The Breakers mansion, the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II's family, as well as the French chateau-styled mansion of The Elms. See top Newport attractions such as St Mary's Parish, Ocean Drive and the Naval War College on a narrated tour. Then discover this quaint and historic city further on your own. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a more intimate experience.
Inclusions: Round-Trip Transportation via air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off included at select Boston hotels, 1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI, Admission to The Breakers and The Elms Mansions, Discounted Admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame (with your included discount card), 1.5 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure
Exclusions: Gratuities (recommended), Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
Reviewed By rjgrjgrjg
Perfect day trip from Boston! Our Boston driver, Kevin, was wonderful and pointed out places of interest as we made our way through and out of Boston. He made sure everyone knew the drop off and pick up times/locations. I opted for the 3 hour island tour and loved it! The guide, Tom, was fantastic and his love for island showed! I would definitely do it again and I live in Boston.
3. Newport's Famous Scenic Ten Mile Ocean Drive
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
Newport's Famous Scenic Ten Mile Drive(approximately 1.5 hrs.) Soak in the beauty of the Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and the Summer residences of many prominent people, take a look at the Seventeenth century buildings and the marvelous mansions along Bellevue Avenue. Enjoy our tour details along with live narration..
Inclusions: Driver/guide, and free parking while you are on tour
Exclusions: Gratuities
4. Private Day Trip From Boston to the Newport Mansions
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
Reviewed By dmsibert08
My goodnes it was all good! Dave was amazing and knew his stuff. The views were awesome! I enjoyed it!
5. Private Boston to Newport Tour with Breakers & Elms Mansion Entry (1-5 People)
Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this Private day trip from Boston (or other agreed upon location). This amazing trip includes both a guided tour of the coastal town, as well as free time to explore at your leisure. Explore The Breakers mansion, the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II's family, as well as the French chateau-styled mansion of The Elms. See top Newport attractions such as St Mary's Parish, Ocean Drive and the Naval War College on a narrated tour. Then discover this quaint and historic city while enjoying lunch at one of Newport's many great restaurants.
Inclusions: 2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure, 1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI, Admission to The Breakers and The Elms Mansions, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off included at select Boston hotels or other prearranged location, Discounted Admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame (with your included discount card), Round-Trip Transportation via Cadillac Escalade or air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities (recommended), Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
Reviewed By rjgrjgrjg
Perfect day trip from Boston! Our Boston driver, Kevin, was wonderful and pointed out places of interest as we made our way through and out of Boston. He made sure everyone knew the drop off and pick up times/locations. I opted for the 3 hour island tour and loved it! The guide, Tom, was fantastic and his love for island showed! I would definitely do it again and I live in Boston.
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