International Tennis Hall of Fame Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

• Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)

• Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

• Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

• Newport Open Air Trolley Tour W/Breakers Admission (Ages 8+ Only)

General admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame costs US$25 for adults and US$21.50 for seniors, military, students, and USTA members; entry is free for children 12 and under. The grounds are open to the public year-round without a ticket purchase—except during tournament week. Many Newport sightseeing tours pass by the Hall of Fame, and these range from US$25 or more for group bus and walking tours to about US$255 for helicopter tours.

Yes, you need tickets to visit the museum and grass courts, but you don’t need them to explore the historic Newport Casino complex or outdoor grounds if no events are taking place. Advance reservations aren’t necessary, though buying tickets online is helpful during the summer, when tournaments and crowds mean longer lines at the entrance.

The ITHF courts have hosted legends such as John McEnroe, Pete Sampras, Andy Roddick, and Lleyton Hewitt—many of whom later became inductees. Each July, the Hall of Fame Open draws rising ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) players, competing on grass just steps from the museum honoring the sport’s greatest champions.

Yes, the museum and most of the grounds are wheelchair accessible. An elevator connects the main museum floors, and accessible restrooms are available. The historic grass courts and outdoor areas may have uneven terrain, so guests needing assistance can contact the staff in advance for support or accommodations.

Summer is the best time to visit, especially in July, to catch the Hall of Fame Open—the only professional grass-court tournament in the US. Spring and fall bring mild weather and fewer crowds, making it easier to tour the museum and enjoy Newport’s historic seaside charm.