The Breakers Tours and Tickets

Q: How long does it take to walk through the Breakers?

Most visitors will spend roughly two hours touring the Breakers—more to allow for exploring the grounds. Of course, some visitors can make it through in an hour, while others will spend all day marveling at the 50-foot-high (15-meter-high) ceilings, tile mosaics and Baccarat crystals, and open-air courtyards.

Q: Do you need to book in advance to visit the Breakers?

No, you do not need to book the Breakers tickets in advance—unless you want to take a specific guided tour. If you book online, your ticket is valid for whenever you choose to come, provided the estate is open (typically, daily). Otherwise, walk in to buy general, self-guided tours.

Q: What days of the week are best to visit the Breakers?

It’s best to visit the Breakers midweek (Tuesday–Thursday), as it’s the flagship estate of the Preservation Society of Newport County and the most popular mansion to tour. By visiting midweek, you avoid the largest crowds and can explore at your leisure. You'll also encounter fewer visitors by visiting in winter.

Q: What do you see on a tour of the Breakers?

Your tour of the Breakers will likely be self-guided, meaning you can wander through as much of the mansion as you'd like. You can see the Great Hall, mural-lined dining room, mosaic-filled billiards room, music room, even family bedrooms, kitchen, and butler’s pantry. Of course, the grounds are can’t-miss, too.

Q: Is there a dress code for the Breakers?

No, there is no specific dress code for your visit to the Breakers, but many guests take the chance to dress up to match the fabulous Gilded Age scenery. To blend in with the mansions’ finer guests, dress as if you’re going to a nice brunch or a Sunday service.

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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

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Boston to Newport: Breakers, Marble House Small Group Max 12 Tour

Explore Newport in a single day without planning or driving from Boston. This small-group tour includes pre-booked mansion admissions, guided transport with hotel pickup, and free time in the historic waterfront district to help you use your time efficiently. Visit iconic mansions, enjoy a scenic coastal walk, and discover additional historic landmarks along the way. With logistics handled in advance, you can focus on architecture, scenery, and independent exploring.

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

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Explore Newport Cliff Walk Self Guided Walking Tour

Step into a world of sweeping ocean views, architectural ambition, and high-society drama on this immersive self-guided audio tour along Newport’s legendary Cliff Walk. You’ll uncover the stories of a city where old money met new ambition—and where elegance masked scandal, rebellion, and reinvention. Journey through the heart of America’s Gilded Age. Discover how self-made tycoons and society queens used architecture to vie for dominance, and how the lives of servants, socialites, and outsiders influenced the creation of these incredible estates. This tour peels back the curtain on a world that is dazzling and deeply human, from behind-the-scenes secrets to forgotten voices. Move at your own pace as you take in breathtaking views while listening to richly narrated stories grounded in historical research and local insight. See Newport as you’ve never seen it before, whether you're a history lover, an architecture fan, or a curious wanderer.

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Art Historian’s Gilded Age Newport: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

While many Newport visitors cram onto slow-moving tour buses, you won’t join them with this self-guided audio tour. Driving the mansion-packed Ocean Drive Historic District at your pace, you’ll explore from Cornelius Vanderbilt to Jay Leno, from the Cliff Walk to America’s Cup. Stop and start as you like, or even take the tour at home—there’s no wrong way to step back into Newport's Gilded Age.

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Art Historian’s Gilded Age Newport: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

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Newport's Opulent Gilded Age Homes: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Hear the true stories that inspired the HBO show The Gilded Age on a self-guided walking tour down Bellevue Avenue, from Rough Point Mansion to The Breakers on Ochre Point Avenue. Along the way, I’ll share the juicy details behind Newport’s palatial ”summer cottages” as you gaze at their impressive designs. You’ll find out about the owners of these homes, many of them New York’s most elite families including the Vanderbilts and Astors. I’ll also introduce you to the architects who designed them and the staff that kept these homes running despite harsh working conditions and low pay. You’ll hear about the impact that the sinking of Titanic had on the owners of the Miramar Mansion, and how it took 36 staff members to look after Mable House, a holiday home used for only eight weeks of the year. This hour-long stroll takes you behind the scenes to discover the personalities that built today’s Newport.

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Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

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Scenic Tour of Newport, RI By Helicopter - 3 person Mansion Tour

Enjoy a 12-minute Mansion Tour of Newport, RI for groups up to 3 passengers. A truly unique perspective above the treasures of Newport awaits you on this tour. Take in captivating views of Aquidneck Island, Rose Island, the mighty Newport Bridge, and Ocean Drive. Soar over miles of the most beautiful coastline in the country. Enjoy breathtaking views of Rosecliff Mansion, Marble House, The Elms and many other famous residences. Get up close and personal with Hammersmith Farm, the Kennedy’s Newport summer home, and of course experience The Breakers, all from your front row seat in the sky.

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

Make exploring beyond Boston city limits seamless—and discover the history and highlights of Newport, Rhode Island, long a summer retreat for the city's upper crust—on this full-day tour from Boston. Visit the Breakers Mansion (owned by the Vanderbilts) and the Marble House (a "Great Gatsby" filming location), and go for a bus tour of Newport's other highlights before enjoying free time for some independent sightseeing.

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Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour

This tour hits the highlights of Newport's Cliff Walk, including detailed stories of the Gilded Age and the families that inhabited the mansions found along the Cliff Walk. You can take this tour anytime during daylight hours. Once you make the booking, we will provide you with a link to download the app as well as a voucher code for the tour. This tour includes about two hours of audio, making it one of the most comprehensive self-guided tours available. We cover a wide range of topics from the rise of the Vanderbilt family, servant life within the mansions, and the hierarchy of Newport's exclusive society at the turn of the 20th century. This tour is extremely affordable, convenient, and sure to answer all of your questions regarding this curious time in American history. This tour uses the VoiceMap app and is GPS-enabled. The audio is delivered at the right place and time with turn-by-turn directions, meaning that you won't need to keep looking at your phone.

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Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Van Tour

Your van tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 387 years of history. You will quickly see why Newport, RI. became 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 fully narrated tour, for up to 12 guests, so we explore Newport, RI and all its amazing aspects a relaxed pace, and not packed into a overcrowded tour bus. Keep in mind your tour last roughly 90 minutes and we DO NOT go inside any mansions. We will pass them and give you interesting information from the exterior.

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

For ages 8+ only, experience Newport's only open air trolley tour with breath-taking views of Ocean Drive and the Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Ave and the Cliff Walk. You will also visit the inside of the Breakers mansion for an additional 90 minutes. This narrated tour covers 150 points of interest including Newport's Gilded Age, Colonial and Naval History . Shopping, dining, boat tours, lighthouses, sunsets and Newport's best activities of today are also explained See TV and movie sets come to life such as Hocus Pocus 2, HBO's The Gilded Age, and classics such as Amistad, True Lies, The Great Gatsby, and a dozen others. Your guide also explains how to navigate the city on your own and the best places to park for free.

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With this AI app, you're no longer restricted to crowded group tours or rigid scripts. Explore iconic sites like the Boston Freedom Trail and the opulent Gilded Age mansions of Newport—or dive deep into lesser-known colonial grounds. Ask about literally anything that catches your eye—and get instant engaging narrated stories. New England's deepest historical secrets are entirely yours to uncover. Point & Discover: Snap a photo of any monument or museum masterpiece to instantly receive a captivating and accurate story. It’s like having a historian in your pocket! Ultimate Freedom: Navigate seamlessly with interactive map-based audio tours. Your schedule, your pace, your rules. Choose Your Vibe: Select a narrator persona that matches your style—from a deep-diving scholar to a fun companion for the kids. Get Started: 7 Days of Premium Access available instantly for iPhone and Android.

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Private Day Trip From Boston to the Newport Mansions

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Coastal Cruisers, Signature Newport Experience

Discover the essence of Newport on the Signature Private Newport Tour, a curated journey through the city's iconic landmarks and stunning coastal scenery. This refined tour offers a seamless experience, showcasing historic districts, architectural marvels, and scenic avenues, all while ensuring premium comfort and visibility. With elevated storytelling and insights, guests gain a comprehensive understanding of Newport's rich heritage in a luxurious atmosphere. Ideal for travelers seeking a sophisticated overview of the city, this tour promises an immersive experience without the need for customization or routing changes. - Enjoy a private, curated tour of Newport's highlights - Experience iconic landmarks and coastal views in comfort - Benefit from expert storytelling and insights during the tour - Depart from a central pickup point for easy access

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3 Hour Luxury Van Tour With Breakers Admission

Board our 14 passenger black luxury van at 23 Americas Cup Ave in Newport, Rhode Island and enjoy Newport’s best narrated scenic tour in luxury and comfort! Our tour features a 90 minute narrated tour covering over 150 points of interest followed by an additional 90 minute tour inside The Breakers mansion provided by the Newport Preservation Society. Approximately 180 minutes later, you’ll return to your original pickup location at 23 Americas Cup Ave. Parking is available at the transit center lot for a fee.

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WC 2026: Boston, New Haven & Rhode Island 2-Day Tour from NYC

Get a feel for New England on this attraction-packed overnight tour from New York City. With stops in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, this group tour includes two of the most prestigious universities in the US—Harvard and Yale—as well as historic seaside mansions and classic Boston streetscapes. Overnight accommodation and transportation are included, while meals and most admission tickets are at your own expense.

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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

Anita_M, Apr 2026

Very nice tour. Carlos...

Very nice tour. Carlos was a wonderful guide. The weather was rainy, that was the only downside. Enjoyed the Breakers. Interesting house.

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

Julie_B, Mar 2026

Amazing trolley tour of Newport and admission to the Breakers Mansion

So enjoyed Carlos my trolley tour guide. He was funny and informative and provided key tips in navigating the Breakers Mansion. I would recommend this trolley tour to anyone!

Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission

George_D, Nov 2025

Trolley

Trolley Rob. Was a very well rehearsed tour guide. The Trolley Bus was clean & comfortable. We could clearly hear & see all the descriptions made by the guide

Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

Susan_S, Dec 2025

We purchased both the...

We purchased both the trolley tour and the Breakers cottage tour. Wonderful experience and so informative.

Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours

Paula_A, Dec 2025

Enthusiastic Expert

This was a great way to learn more about the fascinating history of Newport, beyond the “Gilded Age”. Dominic was genuinely proud of the history and culture and enthusiastically explained things. He had a great knack for pointing out distant landmarks with clear visual clues. We also did the Breakers “cottage” tour. Would definitely recommend this as we’ve been to Newport several times but never learned the history.

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Know before you go

During the busy summer months, tours do sell out. Purchase a tour ahead of time to avoid disappointment, or ensure your admission as part of a more comprehensive guided Newport tour.
Flash-free photography is allowed inside the Breakers, but tripods and other equipment are not.
The Breakers, Marble House, the Elms, and Rosecliff are partially wheelchair accessible; please call ahead for more information.
Children are welcome at the Breakers, but strollers are not allowed inside the house.

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