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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Ticket★ 4.87 (4,387) · 2h 40m–3h
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Newport Harbor Cruise: Afternoon Tour with Jamestown Views★ 4.88 (2,023) · 1h 10m
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Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion: 3-Hour Narrated Ride★ 4.85 (1,809) · 3h
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Newport Trolley Tour: 150+ Historic Sites on Bellevue Ave★ 4.80 (949) · 1h 30mUS$ 28View ›
Newport RI Mansions Trolley Tour: Ocean Drive & Cliff Walk★ 4.81 (668) · 1h 10m–1h 30mUS$ 29View ›
Newport Neighborhood Food Tour: Local Guide, 5-6 Tastings★ 4.89 (635) · 3h 15mUS$ 99View ›
Newport RI: Sunset Harbor Cruise & Champagne Toast★ 4.83 (624) · 1hUS$ 50View ›
Providence guided tour: College Hill & Brown University★ 4.71 (399) · 1h 45mUS$ 45View ›
Newport: Walking Food & History Tour with Local Tastings★ 4.82 (396) · 2h 30m–3hUS$ 123View ›
Providence Food Tour: 6+ Tastings & Downcity Arts District★ 4.93 (390) · 3m–30mUS$ 99View ›Top rated (10)
Newport Historic Tour with The Elms Mansion: 2.5 HoursA 2.5-hour guided tour of Newport on a spacious shuttle bus with a live English-speaking guide, visiting The Elms Mansion (or an alternate mansion when The Elms is closed) and touring Bellevue Avenue's historic landmarks and coastal views. The tour covers Newport's colonial past, its Gilded Age wealth, pirate history, and local lore. Children ages 13 and up are welcome; service animals are permitted.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in Newport without a car—the shuttle picks up and moves you through the city's most significant sites in one morning or afternoon, so you don't need to arrange transport or plan which mansions to visit. The guide handles the route and the stories, leaving you free to photograph and listen.
Providence Haunted History Walking Tour: Lantern-Lit College HillA walking tour of Providence's College Hill neighborhood led by a local guide under lantern light, exploring the city's haunted history, paranormal activity, and dark legends tied to Brown University, RISD, the Providence Athenaeum, and other historic sites. The route covers roughly an hour and a half on old streets and a hill, so wear stable shoes and dress for the weather; groups gather at Prospect Terrace Park, where the tour begins and ends.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the paranormal history and forgotten dark tales of Providence told by someone who lives there and knows the current activity reports—the lantern light and the walking route through College Hill are what make the stories land differently than they would in a book or sitting down.
Newport: Morning Mimosa Cruise & Harbor HistoryYou board a restored wooden lobster boat in Newport Harbor, receive a complimentary mimosa, and cruise past Fort Adams State Park while a guide explains the fortress's role protecting the colonial port. The boat's small capacity and slow pace let you actually see the water and hear the crew, and you're back on land before mid-morning.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Newport Harbor from the water without arranging your own boat or spending the afternoon on a crowded party cruise — the small group size and restored wooden boat are what make it feel like an actual morning on the water instead of a scheduled event.
Newport Schooner Sunset Sail & Harbor SightseeingYou board a working schooner and sail 1.5 hours around Newport Harbor, passing JFK's summer mansion, historic lighthouses, and the bay's bridges and landmarks from the water. The boat leaves on time, so arrive early for parking and check-in; drinks are available onboard, and there's a marine bathroom. Dress for cooler water conditions and plan for a 60-minute parking window, especially on weekends.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Newport's harbor landmarks and mansions from the water without arranging your own boat — the fixed departure time and small-group format mean you get a real sailing experience instead of a crowded tour, as long as you plan for Newport's parking and arrive early.
Providence Federal Hill: Italian Food Tour & Mob HistoryYou taste pasta, prosciutto, eggplant rollatini, pizza, and pastry across five stops on Federal Hill while your guide connects each bite to the neighborhood's mob history—the Patriarca case, the banking scandal, the dice game raid. Two wine tastings are built in. You leave with a food memento and stories that stick longer than the taste does.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat real Federal Hill food without planning five separate stops yourself, and you're curious about the neighborhood's criminal history as much as its kitchen. The small group size and fixed route mean you taste everything in one afternoon without the logistics.
Newport Mansions Trolley Tour & Marble House EntryYou’ll ride a classic Newport trolley past historic downtown and along Ocean Drive’s wild coastline before stepping inside Marble House with included admission. With stories from your local guide and time to wander opulent rooms at your own pace, this tour mixes grandeur with small moments that linger long after you’ve left Bellevue Avenue.
Newport: Classic Sailboat Sightseeing on Narragansett BayYou board Schooner Madeleine and spend ninety minutes sailing Narragansett Bay while the crew points out Newport Harbor Light, Fort Adams, the Newport Bridge and historic mansions from the water. Drinks are available for purchase; bring layers because it's cooler on the water. Arrive early for parking and check in twenty minutes before your scheduled departure time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Newport's landmarks—the lighthouses, mansions, and Fort Adams—from the water instead of the crowded streets, and you're willing to arrive early for parking and let the wind set the pace.
Providence boat tour: Narrated waterways with USCG captainA narrated boat tour of Providence's downtown waterways with a USCG-licensed captain and local guide who covers the city's history, architecture and landmarks. The tour runs 50 minutes and departs from downtown Providence; you board in advance since tours often sell out. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the boat does not operate in severe weather.Is it for me?The tour is a seated, on-water experience with no walking or physical exertion required—it works for anyone who wants to learn Providence's story without leaving the boat, and for families with young children or anyone who prefers to stay off their feet.
Newport: Sunset Sail on Schooner Adirondack & Bay ViewsYou’ll board a classic schooner in Newport for an evening sail around Narragansett Bay. Watch lighthouses and historic mansions slip by in golden light, with drinks available onboard and friendly crew nearby if you want stories or directions. Feel the cool breeze, hear nothing but water and laughter, and see Newport from a quieter angle—it sticks with you after.
Newport: Trolley Tour & Breakers & Marble House EntryYou ride a trolley through Newport's historic neighborhoods for 90 minutes while a guide narrates the stories of over 150 landmarks, then spend an hour inside each of two Vanderbilt mansions — The Breakers and Marble House — with admission included. The whole tour is four hours, and you don't arrange the transport or the tickets yourself.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want the main Newport mansions and the city's history in one morning or afternoon without renting a car or buying separate tickets — the trolley and the guide handle both the navigation and the context.
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Walking Historical Ghost Tour: Through Newport RIA guided walking tour through Newport visits 16 historical sites across 90 minutes, including the oldest Jewish synagogue in North America and the country's oldest active tavern, with a live guide sharing documented stories of pirate connections and reported paranormal activity. The tour covers buildings from the 1600s and operates at 8:30 a.m.; children from age 1 are welcome, and the route is suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want Newport's actual history — the pirate connections, the British occupation, the documented paranormal reports — told by someone who knows the city, not a generic ghost story adapted to fit any old town. The 8:30 a.m. start and 90-minute length fit a morning before other plans, and the continuous walking through real neighborhoods means you see the buildings and streets where these events actually happened.
Newport Ghost Walk: Lantern-led paranormal tour of haunted sitesThe Olde Town Ghost Walk is a lantern-led paranormal tour through Newport, Rhode Island's oldest and most haunted sites, including the Jailhouse Inn, Washington Square, and America's oldest tavern. A live guide shares nearly 20 years of research and firsthand witness accounts of ghost sightings. The tour runs 90 minutes and welcomes children from age 1, friendly dogs, and service animals.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a guide narrating paranormal history as you walk together through cobblestone streets, rather than a self-guided app or solo exploration.
Newport Trolley Tour: Gilded Age Mansions & Ocean DriveThe Newport Open Air Trolley Tour is a narrated 70–90 minute ride through Newport's historic districts, passing 150 points of interest including the Vanderbilt mansions (The Breakers, Marble House, Rosecliff), the Cliff Walk, Ocean Drive, and filming locations from The Great Gatsby, The Gilded Age, and Hocus Pocus 2. Children must be at least 8 years old. The trolley is open air, so dress for the weather; the tour runs rain or shine unless rain is forecast. Your guide explains how to access the Cliff Walk and where to find free parking so you can explore on foot after the ride ends.Is it for me?The 70–90 minute duration fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, leaving time to park free and walk the Cliff Walk or explore downtown Newport on your own afterward. Choose this tour if you want a guide-led overview of the city's layout and history before spending the rest of your time at specific mansions or attractions that interest you most.
Providence: Mural & Gallery Walking Tour with Local StoriesYou’ll wander Providence’s backstreets with an expert guide, spotting murals hidden in plain sight and stepping inside three contemporary galleries to meet local artists or see them at work. Expect spontaneous moments—like chatting with artists or catching new scents from nearby bakeries—and leave seeing Providence as something alive and changing beneath your feet.
Narragansett Bay Scenic Cruise from Newport: Harbor & LighthousesA 75-minute narrated cruise of Narragansett Bay and Newport Harbor aboard the Coastal Queen, a 57-foot tour boat departing from Bowen's Wharf. The guide points out Rose Island Lighthouse, Fort Adams State Park, Fort Hamilton, Fort Wetherill State Park, and the estates and yachts that line the harbor. Both a covered main salon and an open-air top deck let you choose between shelter and ocean breeze; restrooms are on board.Is it for me?The covered top deck and main salon mean you're not choosing between comfort and views—you get both, and you can move between them as the weather or your mood shifts. Book this if you want to see the forts and lighthouse without planning a land route or renting a car.
Newport Narragansett Bay Cruise: Lighthouses & MimosaYou’ll cruise from Newport past lighthouses like Goat Island and Castle Hill, sip mimosas on deck, hear local stories from your guide, and catch new angles of Fort Adams and harbor mansions. Expect small surprises—a laugh over mispronounced names or a sudden splash of sea air—that make this more than just sightseeing.
Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour Mansions & Fort Adams ViewsA fully narrated sightseeing cruise around Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay aboard the classic Rum Runner II, with views of historic mansions, Fort Adams State Park and the private yachts that anchor in the bay. The tour runs 75 minutes and includes a live guide in English. Arrive 20 minutes before departure to check in; parking in Newport is tight, especially on weekends, so plan accordingly.Is it for me?Book the Standard Sightseeing Tour if you want the classic overview without the add-ons, or choose a Cocktail Cruise option if you'd like a drink included and want to combine the sightseeing with that experience. The fixed 75-minute route means you see the main sites in one pass without deciding where to go next—the boat handles the route, the guide handles the narration, and you handle the viewing.
Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion: 150 PointsThis open air trolley tour of Newport covers 160–180 minutes of narrated sightseeing past Gilded Age mansions, state parks, and filming locations along Ocean Drive and the Cliff Walk, with admission to the Breakers mansion included and a 90-minute self-guided audio tour inside. The tour departs from the Newport Transportation Center at platform #7–9, and children must be at least 8 years old. The trolley is not handicapped accessible, and you'll need to download the free Newport Mansions app to hear the audio tour through your smartphone at the Breakers.Is it for me?This is a shared trolley tour with a live guide, so you ride and listen rather than explore at your own pace—ideal if you want the history and context woven through the sights without building an itinerary yourself. The Breakers admission and 90-minute self-guided audio tour inside give you time to walk the mansion on your own terms after the narrated ride ends.
Newport Sunset Sail on Classic Sailboat: Narragansett Bay ViewsA 1.5-hour sunset sail around Narragansett Bay on a classic sailboat, departing from Newport with views of historic lighthouses, landmarks, bridges and mansions from the water. The experience is unnarrated — the crew answers questions as you sail — and minimum age is 12. Arrive 20 minutes early to check in; parking in Newport takes at least 60 minutes on weekends, and the boat departs promptly at the scheduled time.Is it for me?Book this sail if you're comfortable with a tight parking window and an exact departure time — the boat leaves on schedule, so arriving early is non-negotiable, especially on weekends. The unnarrated format works well if you want to set your own pace and ask the crew about what you're seeing rather than listen to a prepared script.
Providence Food and History Walking Tour: New England ClassicsThis guided walking tour through Providence's Fox Point neighborhood combines five regional food stops with the history of the area, covering about 1.5 miles over three hours. You taste a Connecticut-style lobster roll, a Thanksgiving-inspired sandwich, an award-winning pizza slice, rotating chef-made soft serve, and a Rhode Island stuffed quahog, with all meals and a 20% restaurant gratuity included in the ticket price. Dietary replacements—vegetarian, gluten-free and others—are available on request, and children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Small groups work best for this tour—you'll move through the neighborhood with your guide and other food travelers, stopping at five restaurants without the logistics of coordinating separate reservations or navigating the neighborhood on your own. It suits anyone who wants to taste Providence's regional specialties and learn the stories behind them in one morning or afternoon.
