Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour | 1 hour 30 minutes

12 Reviews | Newport
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Mansion Admission Tickets $20 for Marble House,Rosecliff or Elms. $25 to tour the Breakers
  • Mansion Admission Tickets can be purchased from your guide. Mansion tours are self guided via app.

Overview

Your private minivan tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 385 years of history. You will quickly see why Newport, RI. become the go-to summer destination for the Gilded Age crowd and Mrs. Astor's " 400." The Tour is Fully narrated along the 15 mile route, passing over 100 local attractions, points of Interest and Historic Sights. Keep in mind this is a private tour, for up to 5 guests, so we explore Newport, RI and all its amazing aspects at YOUR pace!

Pickup points

Pickup details

For Cruiseship passengers, pickups can be made at the Newport, RI dock ternimal. (Please request when booking) ... Read more â–¼

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Meeting points

Plese meet behing the Transportation Center and Aquarium, near the public parking garage entrance.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Cardines Field (Pass By)

    Newport's Neighborhood ballpark is the oldest amatuer baseball stadium since 1908. See where immortals of Baseball, like Satchel Page, Babe Ruth and Bob Feller once played. The stadium is still in use by many local baseball teams including the Newport Gulls.

  • Touro Synagogue (Pass By)

    The Oldest Synagouge in the United States, dating back to 1763. It is a symbol for Newport as a haven for religious freedom seekers.

  • The Old Stone Mill (Pass By)

    Also known as the Newport Mystery Tower, this Stone Tower has many theories as to its origin. Was it a Lighthouse? A house of Worship? Watchtower? As we pass by. you can see it for yourself and decide for yourself.

  • Brenton Point State Park

    We stop for a short break at this picturesque overlook. The 90 acre State park was once a summer estate and is located at the southern most point of Newport, RI.

    10 minutes

  • Rough Point Museum (Pass By)

    At the south end of prestigious Bellevue Avenue is the summer estate of tobacco hieress Doris Duke. The controversial billionaire spent many summers here and forever changed Newport with her colonial preservation efforts.

  • The Breakers

    we will also stop and give a detailed explanation of Newport's largest mansion, the Breakers. Touring the Breakers is possible for and additional fee. The additional fee is $25 to access the Breakers and can be added during booking via the ticket calender.

    5 minutes

  • Marble House

    We stop to give detailed information about Newport's most expensive Summer Cottage ever built, the Marble House. The mansion can be toured for an additional fee. The tour admission is $20 and can be reserved through the booking calender.

    5 minutes

  • Ocean Drive (Pass By)

    We travel along the very scenic 10 mile Ocean Drive, where you will see two state parks, amzing ocean views and historic summer homes from Newport's bygone era, the Gileded Age.

  • International Tennis Hall of Fame (Pass By)

    See the famous Newport Casino, once the hub of Summertime activites for the seasonal elites, now home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

  • Bowen's Wharf (Pass By)

    We pass through the colonial disctrict once again, passing the colonial wharfes, that are now the center of Newport's tourisrm industry.

  • The Elms (Pass By)

    See Mr Berwind's summer home, a frequent filming location for the popular HBO show the Gilded Age. Can aslo be toured for an additional fee.

  • Bellevue Avenue (Pass By)

    We explain many aspects of the Gilded Age as we travel along this excuisite Avenue.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

May 31100% refund
June 01No refund

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  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Mr. Newport

Published on Dec, 2024

Larry was the most knowledge travel agent tour operator I’ve met . He was kind outgoing and had a wealth of knowledge

The best way to see Newport

Published on Oct, 2024

Larry was amazing. His knowledge of the city of Newport was incredible. We compared all other tour guides to him. He made our tour very personable even taking us to local lighthouses because that was one of our interests. Really was the best way to see the town. Highly recommend.

Fun and interesting

Published on Oct, 2024

This was such a great tour. Larry was full of knowledge about the area and made it extra interesting for our teens. The guide also commented in advance about meeting spot and we had no problem finding him as we got off our cruise ship.

Newport RI

Published on Oct, 2024

Larry was a GREAT guide. TY. Knowledgeable and full of facts. Personal service was appreciated. Great experience.

Newport behind the scenes!

Published on Oct, 2024

Larry was so engaging sharing a wealth of information about EVERYTHING Newport! It made our trip to Newport so unique. The drive was comfortable and relaxing and wonderfully conversational! Tks Larry!

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