Welcome to the Newport Tour
Explore Newport, RI, with a scenic self-guided driving Newport tour! See everything this seaside town has to offer at your own pace. Start at the Visitor Center and drive down Bellevue Avenue, the “most beautiful avenue globally.” Continue along Ocean Drive, which features breathtaking vistas, celebrity homes, and historic sites.
About the Tour
Start a journey to discover the city known for its picturesque Gilded age mansions. Discover how the rich, at the turn of the century America made and spent their money. This 12-mile-long tour covers the essentials of scenic Newport, Rhode Island.
The tour will start from the Visitor center on America’s Cup avenue. You will hear the story of the Gilded Age America and how it shaped the future. While driving, you will next see the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Newport has its share of museums, so the next attraction on the drive would be the Audrain Auto Museum.
After the museum, we will start seeing the Gilded age mansions. The first among them is the Edward King House, followed by Kingscote and Bellevue House.
Continuing on the avenue, you will come across The Elms, Chepstow, Ochre Court, and then The Breakers. Next on tour would be Chateau-Sur-Mer, Rosecliff, Beechwood, Marble House, Belcourt Castle, and this part of the tour would end at Rough Point.
You would then continue on Ocean Avenue and drive towards Crossways while enjoying the Ocean Drive while hearing its story. Next, you would listen to the story about the Brenton Point State Park and Hammersmith Farm, the summer home of Jakie Kennedy, wife of John. F. Kennedy.
In the last leg of the tour, you would drive and hear stories of Fort Adam, beacon Rock, Bonniecrest, Ida Lewis Rock, and Rochambeau Monument, and the tour would conclude in the Irish District.
Note:
Many of the mansions featured on this tour — including The Elms, The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House, and Chateau-sur-Mer — are managed by the Preservation Society of Newport County. Access to the properties, including parking lots and gardens, requires a valid ticket or membership. You can purchase tickets online at newportmansions.org or in person at any of the mansion entrances.
Hello, Hola, and Привет– Explore Newport in English, Spanish and Russian!
All languages are available to you when you purchase the tour.
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Map Of Newport RI
Where To Start?
Starting Point Address: 23 America’s Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840
How Does It Work?
- Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
- Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. If there are multiple versions or entrances for your tour, be sure to download all audio guides.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, and bring headphones on walking tours. CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. We are working with Apple for a resolution.
- To begin touring, go to the starting point and launch the app.
- The audio starts automatically once you reach the starting point. Stick to the tour route and speed limit for the best experience.
- Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
Audio Story Highlights
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Welcome
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International Tennis hall of Fame
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Audrain Auto Museum
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Edward KIng House
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Kingscote
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Bellevue House
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Issac Bell House & Snug harbor
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Elms
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Belmont Statue
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Chepstow
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Ochre Court
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Vinland Estate
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The Breakers
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Cheteau-sur-mer
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National Museum of American Illustration
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Fredrick Law Olmsted
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Rosecliff
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Beechwodd
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Marble House
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Belcourt Castle
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Rough Point
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Turn onto Ocean Ave
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Gooseberry Beach
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Brenton Point State park
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Castle Hill Inn & lighthouse
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Oceancliff & Newport Country Club
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Hammersmith Farm
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Fort Adams
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Beacon Rock
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BonnieCrest
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Ida Lewis Rock
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Rochambeau Monument
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Irish District: 5th Ward
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Conclusion
Preview The Tour
Inclusions and Exclusions
App on your phone: A link to download the Action Tour Guide App and Password for your tours.
Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Valid for multiple visits up to 1 year after purchase.
Interactive audio stories: Experience local history and culture through clear, concise narratives from experienced narrators.
At your own pace: No group. Take breaks for photos, snacks, hikes. Go at your own pace.
Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated videos, text, and hidden gems.
Transportation, parking fees, food, and drinks.
Entry tickets or reservations to any attractions along the route.
Car Rental: Please arrange a rental car at the closest airport or train station.
