Golden Hour Cruise
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Newport, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Rhode Island’s coastline, and enjoy views you can’t get on land, on this golden hour sightseeing cruise. Set sail on a restored lobster boat and cruise out from Newport during golden hour. Savor a complimentary champagne toast, then listen to light narration about the Newport waterfront, including gilded age estates, lighthouses, and forts.
- Enjoy a different perspective on Newport and Rhode Island
- Golden hour cruise offers the best lighting for photos
- Choose from open and covered seating for comfort
- Additional drinks available from the cash bar onboard
What's Included
- Alcoholic Beverages1 complimentary champagne toast is included. Additional beverages are available for purchase
- Crew Gratuity - suggested is 15% and this is split evenly between the captain, crew and storyteller
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 2 Bowens Landing, Newport, RI 02840, USA
We are on Market Square off America's Cup Avenue. Please check in at this address and we will have your boarding passes waiting for you.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Ticket Redemption Point
2 Bowens Landing, Newport, RI 02840, USA
Itinerary
Castle Hill Lighthouse (Pass By)
Fort Adams State Park (Pass By)
Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge (Pass By)
Additional Info
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Oksana_Y
It was a great experience, fun facts about the town, good choice of beverages, great crew overall. Would recommend it to anyone
Reviews
4.9
based on 25 reviews
Laura_E, Jul 2026
My granddaughter and I had a very enjoyable time and were entertained by Dave and the glorious view. I picked this cruise boat because it was a smaller group and very comfortable boat. .
Brock_C, Jul 2026
Everyone was great! Staff was helpful and generous, everyone on the boat was respectful. Would recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hi Brock! Thank you for coming out on Gansett and for your kind words regarding the staff and boat! The Gansett crew is so happy to hear that you had a good time.
Scott_A, Jul 2026
Perfect comfortable experience for family. Highly recommend. Just the right amount of time out on the water
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hi Scott! Thank you for your kind words regarding the experience on Gansett. We are happy to hear you enjoyed yourself.
Jennifer_T, Jun 2026
Beautiful day to celebrate my birthday! Crew was engaging and fun! My friend and I had a blast and will definitely be back again!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi Jennifer! Thank you for coming out on Gansett! We are happy you decided to celebrate your birthday with us! Happy Birthday!!!
Sara_N, Sep 2025
Great views. We did the golden hour tour. Good drinks and good stories about the boats and rhe houses. Even with some small waves the ride was smooth. Would definitely recommend this.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
This is wonderful to hear! Thank you for joining us for the golden hour tour – we're so glad you enjoyed the views, drinks, and stories about the boats and houses! We're also happy the ride was smooth despite the small waves. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon for another great experience!
Stephanie_R, Sep 2025
Friendly staff! Beautiful route! Fun atmosphere! Memorable experience! Highly recommend for a special date!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Wow, thank you so much! We're absolutely thrilled you had a memorable experience with us! It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed our friendly staff, beautiful route, and fun atmosphere. We especially appreciate you recommending us for a special date – what a compliment! We hope you'll create many more special memories with us in the future!
Susan_H, Sep 2025
Great staff, interesting information, cruise isn’t rocky even with windy weather, champagne toast is a nice touch
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback! We strive to make every tour a memorable experience, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Nina_S, Aug 2025
Attentive service, entertaining dialogue, deep knowledge of ships, harbor, and local history. Very interesting highlights.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for joining us aboard Gansett! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the trip!
Oksana_Y, Aug 2025
It was a great experience, fun facts about the town, good choice of beverages, great crew overall. Would recommend it to anyone
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hello and thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the cruise as well as the beverage offerings. Please join us again any time!
Clare_R, Aug 2025
An enjoyable and affordable way to see Newport Harbor. Helpful and knowledgeable team. Clean and comfortable boat.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for highlighting the affordability and enjoyable experience! We're glad you appreciated our helpful and knowledgeable team and the clean, comfortable boat. We aim to provide a great value and a memorable tour, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
From $46.00
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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