For ages 5+ only, this approx 90-min tour is an overview of scenic Newport.
After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Age 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 approximately 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
What's included
- See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
- Our breathtaking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport
- For Ages 5+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late model trolley with leather captain's chairs
What's not included
- Gratuities
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT: Due to Newport Bridge Construction, please allow an additional 40 minutes of drive time when travelling to Newport.
*MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 5 YEARS OLD AND UP*
Departure point is the Newport Transportation Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2 Parking is available on site for a fee.
This tour departs promptly at the scheduled time.