Top Newport Self-guided Tours

Explore scenic, Newport’s historic Cliff Walk at your own pace using this private, self-guided, GPS-based tour. Download an easy-to-use app and set off on an attraction-packed audio tour. Learn the little-known stories behind famous families of the Gilded Age—the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and other millionaires—and see their iconic oceanside mansions.

Take in Rhode Island’s scenic shoreline on a scenic sightseeing cruise through Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Aboard an open-air, fully restored lobster boat, enjoy a narrated tour as you pass Newport and Jamestown harbor fronts, and see landmarks like Fort Adams, Newport Bridge, and the famous Clingstone house. Your afternoon trip includes a Rhode Island-styled refreshment, as well as a cash bar.

Get your bearings of Newport on a guided trolley tour of the city, which fills you in on Newport's history and contemporary culture as you travel among city sights. From restored homes on Ten Mile Ocean Drive to the legendary mansions of Bellevue Avenue, this tour introduces you to Newport with class and charm suitable of this historic city.

Combine sightseeing with exploration with this trolley tour and mansion package. Get an overview of the neighborhoods in this part of the city as you take in the coastal scenery, all whilst your onboard guide provides live commentary. Take your pick of which of Newport's Gilded Age mansions you'd like to visit: Marble House, The Breakers, or Rosecliff, and enjoy exploring independently.

Explore scenic Newport, Rhode Island at your own pace with this private self-guided driving tour. Listen to enriching background on iconic historic mansions like Bellevue House, the Elms, and the Vanderbilt estate The Breakers. Visit public beaches and parks while following an offline GPS map with customer support. Enjoy lifetime access to the tour for use anytime on any trip.

Get an out-of-the-box introduction to historic Newport during this two-hour scavenger hunt. Walk or drive to a carefully curated list of local locations as you solve clues, accept wacky challenges, and uncover hidden gems within the city—plus local secrets. Get a chance to work alongside friends, families, or colleagues with support from a remote interactive host, making this ideal for birthday or bachelor(ette) parties or team-building events.

Cruise through Newport's scenic streets in style aboard the Newport GEM. Enjoy the open-air experience with the panoramic sunroof, while the Bluetooth radio provides your favorite tunes. Sink into the high-end seating for a comfortable and relaxing ride, perfect for taking in the sights and sounds of this charming coastal city.