Highlights
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 Marble House (as seen in the movie The Great Gatsby). 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 20 people for a more intimate experience.
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Downtown, Downtown, Boston, Massachusetts
After the downtown Boston pickups are completed, begin the 1.5-hour drive to Newport, Rhode Island. Enjoy a snack and listen to the guide provide a bit of history about Newport, a sailing destination for many that’s known as America's First Resort.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Ave, Newport, RI 02840-6906
The first stop is at the Breakers mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer mansions and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America. Spend two hours here, part of which can be enjoyed with a self-guided audio tour. Don’t forget the photo-worthy ocean view behind the mansion.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: St. Mary's Catholic Church, 12 William St, Newport, RI 02840-3307
Then take a 1-hour narrated city tour of some other Newport sites. See the St. Mary’s Church complex. This National Historic Shrine is where President John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Touro Synagogue, 85 Touro St, Newport, RI 02840-2931
There’s the Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site that is the oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States. It’s also the oldest surviving Jewish synagogue building in North America.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 80 Fort Adams Drive Fort Adams State Park Visitor Center, Newport, RI 02840-4388
Also check out Fort Adams, a former U.S. Army post, and the U.S. Naval War College, the staff college and “Home of Thought” for the United States Navy.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Newport Visitors Information Center, 21 Long Wharf Mall, Newport, RI 02840-2906
The guided city tour ends at the Discover Newport Visitor Center to plan some free time with the help of the aforementioned guidebook.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Marble House, 596 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840-4265
Take a 90 minute audio tour of the Marble House. This famous mansion was seen in the movie The Great Gatsby.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ocean Drive, Newport, RI
Take a ride along this scenic, coastal route for breathtaking ocean views.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840-3515
See the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a discounted price.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cliff Walk, Newport, RI 02840-3659
One of Newport's top sites
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: New England Trips, 90 Canal St Fourth Floor, Boston, MA 02114-2018
After a long day of sightseeing, relax on the journey back to Boston.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Multi-Lingual Audio Guides of The Breakers and The Marble House are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. Please request as you enter the mansion. Narrated Tour of Newport in English Only.
- Pick-Up/Drop off is included at one of 5 strategically placed downtown Boston hotels. Please provide your pickup choice at checkout.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- New England Trips will follow all Covid-19 State and Federal guidelines as set for our industry.
- Round-Trip Transportation via air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off at one of 5 strategically located Boston hotel locations
- 1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI
- Admission to The Breakers and Marble House Mansions
- Discounted Admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame (with your included discount card)
- 2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure
- Entry/Admission - The Breakers
- Entry/Admission - Marble House
Exclusions
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
- Entry/Admission - International Tennis Hall of Fame
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Please select 1 of the 5 strategically chosen Boston hotel pickup locations. These are the only pickup/drop-off locations available for this day trip. Thank you
Departure Time
7:15 AM
Duration
11 hours
Voucher Info
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