Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour

Your private minivan tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 385 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!

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Enjoy expert commentary from your local guide
Choose from an all-ages or an adults-only tour
A private tour means a more personalized experience

What To Expect

Cardines Field

Newport’s Neighborhood ballpark is the oldest amatuer baseball stadium since 1908. See where immortals of Baseball, like Satchel Page, Babe Ruth and Bob Feller once played. The stadium is still in use by many local baseball teams including the Newport Gulls.
• Admission Ticket Free

Touro Synagogue

The Oldest Synagouge in the United States, dating back to 1763. It is a symbol for Newport as a haven for religious freedom seekers.
• Admission Ticket Free

The Old Stone Mill

Also known as the Newport Mystery Tower, this Stone Tower has many theories as to its origin. Was it a Lighthouse? A house of Worship? Watchtower? As we pass by. you can see it for yourself and decide for yourself.
• Admission Ticket Free

Brenton Point State Park

We stop for a short break at this picturesque overlook. The 90 acre State park was once a summer estate and is located at the southern most point of Newport, RI.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rough Point Museum

At the south end of prestigious Bellevue Avenue is the summer estate of tobacco hieress Doris Duke. The controversial billionaire spent many summers here and forever changed Newport with her colonial preservation efforts.
• Admission Ticket Free

The Breakers

we will also stop and give a detailed explanation of Newport’s largest mansion, the Breakers. Touring the Breakers is possible for and additional fee. The additional fee is $25 to access the Breakers and can be added during booking via the ticket calender.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Marble House

We stop to give detailed information about Newport’s most expensive Summer Cottage ever built, the Marble House. The mansion can be toured for an additional fee. The tour admission is $20 and can be reserved through the booking calender.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ocean Drive

We travel along the very scenic 10 mile Ocean Drive, where you will see two state parks, amzing ocean views and historic summer homes from Newport’s bygone era, the Gileded Age.
• Admission Ticket Not Included

International Tennis Hall of Fame

See the famous Newport Casino, once the hub of Summertime activites for the seasonal elites, now home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
• Admission Ticket Not Included

Bowen’s Wharf

We pass through the colonial disctrict once again, passing the colonial wharfes, that are now the center of Newport’s tourisrm industry.
• Admission Ticket Not Included

The Elms

See Mr Berwind’s summer home, a frequent filming location for the popular HBO show the Gilded Age. Can aslo be toured for an additional fee.
• Admission Ticket Not Included

Bellevue Avenue

We explain many aspects of the Gilded Age as we travel along this excuisite Avenue.
• Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation

Exclude

Mansion Admission Tickets $20 for Marble House,Rosecliff or Elms. $25 to tour the Breakers
Mansion Admission Tickets can be purchased from your guide. Mansion tours are self guided via app.

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