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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: USD
- Languages: English, with some Spanish and Portuguese spoken by local communities and tourists
- Climate: Humid subtropical
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Population: Approximately 25,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is May through October for pleasant weather and events.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the US do not require a visa. Citizens from the EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter the United States under the Visa Waiver Program for tourism up to 90 days with an approved ESTA. Others may require a visa or can apply for an e-visa depending on their country of origin. It is advised to check the latest US visa policies before travel.
About Newport
Newport, Rhode Island, is a charming coastal city renowned for its rich maritime history, stunning waterfront scenery, and opulent Gilded Age mansions. Visitors are drawn to its unique blend of historical elegance and vibrant seaside culture. The city’s picturesque harbor and cliff walk offer breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and photographers. Newport’s well-preserved architecture, including the famous Newport Mansions, provides a glimpse into America’s affluent past. The city also boasts a lively arts scene, excellent dining options, and a strong sailing tradition, hosting prestigious regattas and yacht races. Whether exploring historic sites, enjoying fresh seafood, or attending world-class festivals, Newport offers a memorable experience that combines history, culture, and natural beauty.
Top Attractions
1. The Breakers – A grand Vanderbilt mansion showcasing lavish interiors and stunning ocean views. 2. Cliff Walk – A scenic 3.5-mile coastal path that combines natural beauty with historic architecture. 3. Fort Adams State Park – A historic coastal fort with guided tours and panoramic harbor views. 4. Newport Harbor – A bustling marina area perfect for boat watching, sailing, and waterfront dining. 5. International Tennis Hall of Fame – A museum and grass courts celebrating tennis history and legends.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy sailing and yachting on Narragansett Bay, explore the historic mansions on guided tours, walk or bike the Cliff Walk, attend live music festivals, and indulge in waterfront dining. Outdoor enthusiasts can kayak, paddleboard, or take boat tours. Cultural experiences include visiting art galleries, museums, and attending seasonal events like the Jazz and Folk Festivals.
Newport Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Rhode Island
- Duration Range: Custom Durations
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is May through October for pleasant weather and events. Pack layers as coastal weather can be variable. Respect local customs and historic sites. Use cash or cards widely accepted; tipping is customary. Stay aware of parking regulations and book accommodations early during festival seasons. Safety is generally good, but standard precautions apply.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $220
54 Available Tour Excursions in Newport
Enjoy a historic scenic tour on a spacious shuttle bus boasting views of this iconic ocean city and her charming neighborhoods. Visit The Elms Mansion, which is used to film the popular HBO series, The Gilded Age. (When The Elms is closed guests will visit The Marble House, including the dates of November 3-21, 2025.) Throughout this tour not only will you learn the history of Newport, but you’ll also learn about some of her ghosts who still call Newport home today. We’ll also discuss the history of how pirates came to Newport only to meet their demise. This tour will take you throughout time where each century made its impact and stamped its mark, making Newport one of the most fascinating cities to visit!
Price: $45.00
Duration: 2 hours
Your private minivan tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 386 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! Keep in mind your tour last roughly 90 minutes. If you wish to visit 1 mansion during the excusrsion there is an additional fee for mansion admission tickets. We charge our cost, $20 dollars to tour the Marble House, Rosecliff or the Elms, $25 to visit the Breakers Mansion. As a courtesy to our guests, If you purchase the Mansion Tickets from your guide at tour time, we will stand by for 1 extra hour at no additional cost. To visit more than 1 mansion you must book the prior or following tour time slot.
Price: $100.00
Duration: 1 hours
Enjoy a 12-minute Mansion Tour of Newport, RI for groups up to 3 passengers. A truly unique perspective above the treasures of Newport awaits you on this tour. Take in captivating views of Aquidneck Island, Rose Island, the mighty Newport Bridge, and Ocean Drive. Soar over miles of the most beautiful coastline in the country. Enjoy breathtaking views of Rosecliff Mansion, Marble House, The Elms and many other famous residences. Get up close and personal with Hammersmith Farm, the Kennedy’s Newport summer home, and of course experience The Breakers, all from your front row seat in the sky.
Price: $255.00
Duration: 0 hours
Explore Newport's Revolutionary War history on this engaging walking tour, Road to Independence, which takes you to iconic sites like Washington Square and the Colony House. Discover Newport's pivotal role during the lead-up to the American Revolution, including European occupations, George Washington’s visit, and the city’s fight for freedom. Perfect for history buffs, families, and curious travelers, this tour offers an immersive experience filled with insider knowledge, captivating stories, and a deeper understanding of America’s path to independence!
Price: $20.00
Duration: 1 hours
Gansett Cruises offers a comfortable, entertaining and informative tour of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Our vessel, Gansett, is a wooden 1969 classic lobster fishing boat that has been beautifully restored and maintained. A complimentary Mimosa is included. We also offer cash bar options and local favorites such as Del's frozen soft Lemonade and Yacht Club Soda available onboard. Sit back and relax while your Captain, Crew and Tour Guide take you through Newport's rich coastal history.
Price: $37.00
Duration: 1 hours
Board our 14 passenger black luxury van at 23 Americas Cup Ave in Newport, Rhode Island and enjoy Newport’s best narrated scenic tour in luxury and comfort! Our tour features a 90 minute narrated tour covering over 150 points of interest followed by an additional 90 minute tour inside The Breakers mansion provided by the Newport Preservation Society. Approximately 180 minutes later, you’ll return to your original pickup location at 23 Americas Cup Ave. Parking is available at the transit center lot for a fee.
Price: $850.00
Duration: 3 hours
This walk will acquaint you with the layout of Newport while telling the story of how it became what it is now. As a private tour, you can customize what you would like to see or not see, but generally we start along the harbor- Newport's reason for existence- and then make our way through town along some of the more off-the-beaten paths. You'll hear how Newport went from being one of the most thriving and active Colonial cities to the getaway for 19th century Industrialists to the beautiful spot it is today. While the original design of this tour is not particularly wheelchair friendly, it can easily be adapted to suit your needs. Please let us know if you have mobility concerns when booking your tour.
Price: $325.00
Duration: 2 hours
Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Rhode Island to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites! SOLO TRAVELERS Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Rhode Island vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments. COUPLES If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Rhode Island has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both. FAMILIES & GROUPS A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!
Price: $292.66
Duration: 0 hours
Gansett Cruises offers a comfortable, entertaining and informative tour of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Our vessel, Gansett, is a wooden 1969 classic lobster fishing boat that has been beautifully restored and maintained. We look forward to serving you on board. Complimentary Mimosas in the morning in addition to our cash bar options and local favorites such as Del's frozen soft Lemonade and Yacht Club Soda. Sit back and relax while your Captain, Crew and Tour Guide take you through Newport's rich coastal history.
Price: $44.00
Duration: 1 hours
During the picture-perfect hour before sunset, you will enjoy a lightly guided tour of the Newport waterfront. Raise a glass to the end of the day with our cash bar and complimentary champagne toast. You will see many inspiring sites along our route, such as gilded age estates, islands, lighthouses and 19th century forts.
Price: $46.00
Duration: 1 hours
Embark on an enchanting journey through Newport's fascinating transformation from its colonial Golden Age to its opulent Gilded Age summer colony with our "Golden to Gilded Walking Tour." Discover how the city evolved and its people thrived during these dynamic periods, long before the Vanderbilts' arrival. Let our knowledgeable guides lead you through the rich history, stunning architecture, and captivating stories that define Newport’s legacy. This tour is a must for anyone interested in learning how Newport became a Gilded Age playground for the likes of the Vanderbilts and Astors.
Price: $20.00
Duration: 1-1 hours
Get on board for the best hands-on sailing experience Newport, RI has to offer. A 2 hour sail around Narragansett Bay passed many iconic sights including New York Yacht Club, Ida Lewis Light, Fort Adams, Eisenhower House, Hammersmith Farm, Castle Hill, Rose Island Lighthouse, and under the Newport Bridge. You'll sail aboard our illustrious 12 Meter class America's Cup yacht. Two-time America’s Cup winner in '67 and '70 Intrepid, the 1962 America’s Cup winner Weatherly, 1964 contender American Eagle, 1970 contender Heritage, and the vintage beauties 1937 Gleam and Onawa of 1928. Unmatched by programs anywhere else in the world, America’s Cup Charters provides you with America’s Cup style racing, team building, and recreational sailing at its very best.
Price: $125.00
Duration: 2 hours
Discover Newport’s culinary side and let your local guide lead you on this three-hour walking tour through historic neighborhood streets. Explore the evolving diverse culinary landscape of Rhode Island while gaining insight into the history, architecture and cultural components of Newport, Rhode Island. Your tastings will take you to at least 5-6 diverse local restaurants off-the-beaten-path where the locals go, away from the more touristy areas of the city. A one-of-a-kind guided food tour for Rhode Island natives and visitors alike.
Price: $99.00
Duration: 3 hours
See Newport, Rhode Island from the water on an exciting sunset sail around Newport Harbor on Schooner Adirondack. You'll pass by many iconic sights, bridges, lighthouses and more during this 1.5-hour experience!
Price: $57.24
Duration: 1 hours
This 75-minute narrated harbor cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay will have you cruising in comfort as you enjoy a scenic tour of Newport and Jamestown. Afternoon cruisers offer a complimentary Rhode Island specialty - Del's frozen soft lemonade. A cash bar with a selection of wine, beer, and signature cocktails is available on board.
Price: $40.00
Duration: 1 hours
For ages 5+ only, this approx 3-hour tour is our scenic overview trolley tour PLUS a 90-minute visit inside the Vanderbilt Breaker's Mansion. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at Bus Platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Era 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 HBOs The Gilded Age, Hocus Pocus 2, 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. This tour is 160-180 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
Price: $47.25
Duration: 2-3 hours
Join us aboard a classic sailboat for a 1.5-hour sunset sail in Newport! Sunset sailing is one of the best evening activities to do during your stay in Newport, RI. Enjoy a relaxing sail around Narragansett Bay on a classic sailboat and see all of Newport's iconic sights from the water including historic lighthouses and landmarks, other classic vessels, bridges, mansions, and more! We'll sail from historic downtown Newport and arrive back at the same meeting point.
Price: $67.84
Duration: 1 hours
Since 1962 Viking Tours has shown visitors the Newport that we know and love! Explore the history of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Pass the grand mansions on the scenic Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue while learning about their stories. Experience The Breakers, the elaborate estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt. Wheelchair Accessible Trolley Upon Request with 24 Hour Notification, please contact us to confirm ADA requirements.
Price: $45.00
Duration: 3 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Newport’s cuisine highlights fresh seafood such as clam chowder, lobster rolls, oysters, and scallops. The city embraces New England culinary traditions with a modern twist. Popular dining spots include waterfront seafood shacks and upscale restaurants offering farm-to-table fare. Must-try dishes include clam cakes, clam chowder, and locally caught fish. Noteworthy restaurants include The Mooring and The Black Pearl, known for their fresh seafood and harbor views.
Getting Around
Newport is accessible by car via Interstate 95 and US Route 1. The nearest major airport is T.F. Green Airport in Providence, about 30 minutes away. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, but many visitors prefer walking or biking due to the compact city layout. Seasonal water taxis and ferry services connect Newport to nearby towns. Parking is available but can be limited during peak tourist seasons.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is May through October for pleasant weather and events. Pack layers as coastal weather can be variable. Respect local customs and historic sites. Use cash or cards widely accepted; tipping is customary. Stay aware of parking regulations and book accommodations early during festival seasons. Safety is generally good, but standard precautions apply.
Culture & Customs
Newport’s culture reflects its maritime heritage and New England traditions. Social customs emphasize politeness and respect for historic preservation. Popular local events include the Newport Jazz Festival and the Newport Folk Festival. Visitors should be mindful of quiet residential neighborhoods and dress appropriately when visiting mansions or formal events. Greeting with a friendly hello and tipping service staff are common practices.
