Hop onboard a luxury white trolley for a narrated tour of Newport’s Colonial Downtown, Ocean Drive, and the Gilded Age Mansions along Bellevue Ave, designed for ages 5 and up.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Board a luxurious, climate-controlled white trolley in Newport for a narrated tour that begins in the historic colonial downtown. See the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, where Jackie Bouvier and John F. Kennedy were married on September 12, 1953.

Continue through the Thames Street shopping and dining districts before passing Newport Harbor and leading to the scenic Ocean Drive, where you’ll catch your first glimpse of the famous Gilded Age mansions.

Along the way, hear your guide give insights into Fort Adams, the history of the America’s Cup, the site of the first USGA golf and USTA tennis open championships, and tips for navigating the renowned Cliff Walk.

For the final part of the tour, travel along Bellevue Avenue’s “Mansion Row,” showcasing the opulent estates of Newport’s Gilded Age. Watch as the guide highlights 16 movie and television filming locations and discuss current events, such as Jay Leno’s annual classic car show and celebrity weddings.

Conclude your tour in the heart of Newport’s downtown waterfront on America’s Cup Avenue, where you will hear about shopping, dining, and waterfront activities happening today. Approximately 1.5 hours later, return to the Newport Visitor’s Center.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Experience the grandeur of Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Avenue
See more than 150 points of interest, including Newport’s scenic Ocean Drive
Gain insights into the city’s maritime heritage and the America’s Cup history
Enjoy a trolley ride through 16 notable television and movie filming locations
Learn about Newport’s history and current events through engaging narration

 

 

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