Escape to Newport, RI, and explore The Breakers, Marble House, and more on a guided small-group day trip from Boston.
Escape to Newport, RI, and explore The Breakers, Marble House, and more on a guided small-group day trip from Boston.
- Downtown - Once the pickups in downtown Boston are done, set off on a 1.5-hour drive to Newport, Rhode Island. Enjoy a snack while the guide shares some history about Newport, known as America’s First Resort and a popular sailing destination.
- The Breakers - The first stop is the Breakers mansion, the most magnificent of Newport’s summer homes…
- Downtown - Once the pickups in downtown Boston are done, set off on a 1.5-hour drive to Newport, Rhode Island. Enjoy a snack while the guide shares some history about Newport, known as America’s First Resort and a popular sailing destination.
- The Breakers - The first stop is the Breakers mansion, the most magnificent of Newport’s summer homes and a testament to the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial dominance in early 20th-century America. Spend two hours here, including time for a self-guided audio tour. Be sure to capture the stunning ocean view behind the mansion.
- St. Mary’s Catholic Church - Next, embark on a 1-hour narrated city tour of various Newport landmarks, including the St. Mary’s Church complex. This National Historic Shrine is where President John F. Kennedy wed Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953.
- Touro Synagogue - Visit the Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site and the oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States, as well as the oldest surviving Jewish synagogue building in North America.
- Fort Adams State Park - Explore Fort Adams, a former U.S. Army post, and the U.S. Naval War College, known as the staff college and “Home of Thought” for the United States Navy.
- Newport Visitors Information Center - The guided city tour concludes at the Discover Newport Visitor Center, where you can plan some free time with the help of the guidebook.
- Marble House - Enjoy a 90-minute audio tour of the Marble House, a famous mansion featured in the movie The Great Gatsby.
- Ocean Drive - Take a scenic drive along this coastal route for breathtaking ocean views.
- International Tennis Hall of Fame - Visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a discounted rate.
- Cliff Walk - One of Newport’s top attractions.
- New England Trips - After a full day of sightseeing, relax on the return trip to Boston.
- Admission to The Breakers and Marble House Mansions (if closed we will sub another mansion)
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off at one of 5 strategically located Boston hotel locations
- 2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure
- 1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI
- Round-Trip Transportation via air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus
- Discounted Admission…
- Admission to The Breakers and Marble House Mansions (if closed we will sub another mansion)
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off at one of 5 strategically located Boston hotel locations
- 2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure
- 1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI
- Round-Trip Transportation via air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus
- Discounted Admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame (with your included discount card)
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this day trip that includes both a guided tour and free time. Explore The Breakers Mansion (the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II’s family), as well as The Marble House (as seen in the movie The Great Gatsby). See top Newport attractions such as St Mary’s Parish, Ocean Drive and the…
Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this day trip that includes both a guided tour and free time. Explore The Breakers Mansion (the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II’s family), as well as The Marble House (as seen in the movie The Great Gatsby). See top Newport attractions such as St Mary’s Parish, Ocean Drive and the Naval War College on a narrated tour. Then discover this quaint and historic city further on your own. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people for a more intimate experience.
- Multi-Lingual Audio Guides of The Breakers and The Marble House are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. Please request as you enter the mansion. Narrated Tour of Newport in English Only.
- Pick-Up/Drop off is included at one of 5 strategically placed downtown Boston hotels. Please provide your pickup choice at checkout.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.