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Beyond Newport

Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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Newport, USA
Great choice
20+ bookings last month.
  • 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.3
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· Joanne_S ·
Feb 2026
Easy to use. Travel at your own pace. Good information about the town and the mansions. Definitely would recommend it.
· Lynne_M ·
Jun 2026
Great tour. Our driver (Brazilian - but I don’t remember his name) was excellent. Lots of good information and fun stories.

Overview

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. Follow an offline GPS-enabled route with planning, maps, scenic stops, and hidden gems. Visit public beaches and parks while enjoying lifetime access and customer support via email, messaging, and phone.
  • A private self-guided driving tour of Newport, Rhode Island
  • Pay per car, not per person: families and friends can listen together
  • Enjoy customer support via email, messaging, and phone
  • Visit historic, natural, and cultural attractions at your own pace and rhythm

What's Included

  • Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USA

    Start at 23 America’s Cup Ave, with Cardines baseball field on your left and the Visitor Center parking lot on your right. This is a suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check your email/text for setup.

End point

  • Newport Public Library
    300 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840, USA

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 07/06/2026 - 08/30/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 08/31/2026 - 09/02/2026

    Monday - Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 09/03/2026 - 09/06/2026

    Thursday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 09/07/2026 - 11/29/2026

    Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 11/30/2026 - 11/30/2026

    Monday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 12/01/2026 - 12/06/2026

    Tuesday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 12/07/2026 - 04/25/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • 04/26/2027 - 05/01/2027

    Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

1

Newport Visitors Information Center

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

International Tennis Hall of Fame (Pass By)

Audrain Auto Museum (Pass By)

Edward King House Senior Center (Pass By)

Kingscote (Pass By)

The Bellevue House (Pass By)

Isaac Bell House (Pass By)

The Elms (Pass By)

Bellevue Avenue (Pass By)

Chepstow (Pass By)

2

Ochre Court

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

McAuley Hall

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

The Breakers (Pass By)

Chateau-sur-Mer (Pass By)

National Museum of American Illustration (Pass By)

4

Frederick Law Olmsted Park

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Rosecliff (Pass By)

5

Gustave White Sotheby's International Realty

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Marble House (Pass By)

6

Belcourt of Newport

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Rough Point (Pass By)

7

Bailey’s Beach

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

8

Gooseberry Beach

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Brenton Point State Park (Pass By)

9

Castle Hill Inn

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

10

OceanCliff Hotel

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

11

Hammersmith Farm

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

12

Fort Adams State Park

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

13

Fort Adams State Park

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

14

Bonniecrest

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

15

Ida Lewis Rock

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

16

Rochambeau Statue and Monument

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

17

26 W Narragansett Ave

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Newport Public Library (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Travel Tip: We recommend starting this Newport driving tour in the morning if you’d like time to visit the mansions along the route. Mansion hours can be limited and may vary by day or season, especially on Sundays. Mansion admission/tickets are separate from the audio tour, so please check the latest opening hours before your visit.
  • Many museums, including The Elms, The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House, and Chateau-sur-Mer, require a valid ticket or membership to access the properties, including their parking lots. Please purchase tickets in advance.
  • Note: This driving tour begins at the Discover Newport Visitor Center, which is located at 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840. (Note that the center has NOT reopened since the pandemic.)
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3
based on 341 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Just go straight to ActionTourGuide app. Save money.

Jennifer_B, Aug 2026
The two apps you use for the experience didnt work together at all. I read all the instructions, the emails, requested passwords, nothing worked.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Jennifer, I’ve tried to make the setup as simple as possible—buy the tour, download the app, and access the tour using the same email—but I’d like to understand what specific step did not work for you. Please reach out, and I’d be happy to help or offer a replacement tour for your next destination.

Amazing tour

Gabrielle_s, Jun 2026
My husband and I really enjoyed this guided tour! It gave us so many ideas for things we'd like to do differently if we visit Newport again. Newport, RI is absolutely beautiful, and overall we had a great time, especially since it was our first time visiting. My biggest suggestion for anyone taking this tour is to do it in the morning so you can get the most out of your day. We didn't do enough research beforehand and didn't realize that most of the mansions close at 4:00 PM on Sundays. Since we didn't start our tour until after 1:00 PM, we didn't have enough time to stop and tour any of the mansions along the route. Even with that, the tour was well worth it, and we'll definitely be back to explore more of Newport next time!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Gabrielle, thank you for taking my Scenic Newport, RI GPS driving audio tour. I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed your first visit and found the tour helpful for planning what to explore next time. I always recommend checking attraction hours online before visiting, and since my audio tours are valid forever, you can revisit Newport with the same flexible and convenient tour whenever you return. If you’re planning more time in Newport, you might enjoy my Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive, which includes both the scenic driving tour and a walking tour for a deeper look at the city.

Trolley tour

Lynne_M, Jun 2026
Great tour. Our driver (Brazilian - but I don’t remember his name) was excellent. Lots of good information and fun stories.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Lynne, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI GPS Driving Audio Tour. It sounds like you may have had a driver with you during the experience, so I just want to clarify that my tour provides the audio stories and information, but does not include a driver or in-person guide. I’m happy the stories, information, and fun details were added to your Newport visit.

Na

Raymond_B, Jun 2026
Very good. Wish there was a little more history on each house. Directions were great. Everyone should get this.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Raymond, I’m glad you loved the tour! Did you get a chance to listen to the Learn More stories for more info on each house?

It was very helpful and...

Mark_I, May 2026
It was very helpful and informative. Really liked when we missed a turn, the voice would notify us to go back. Certainly better than riding in a trolley on a chilly day.

Response from Host, May 2026

Mark, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI GPS Driving Audio Tour. It’s wonderful to know you found the tour helpful and informative, and I’m especially happy the rerouting feature helped when you missed a turn. If you’re planning more time in Newport, you might enjoy my Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive, which includes both the scenic driving tour and a walking tour for a deeper look at the city.

Great if have own car....

Rebecca_H, Apr 2026
Great if have own car. App still needs work. Map does not show on car screen hard to drive and navigate tour

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Rebecca, I’m sorry to hear the navigation felt difficult while driving. I mention in both the pre- and post-purchase details that Apple CarPlay is not fully supported at the moment. Currently, only audio plays through CarPlay, and full map display and navigation are not yet available. My team is actively working on it. In the meantime, the best way to use my tour is to connect your phone to your car stereo via Bluetooth or AUX, so the audio plays smoothly while you follow the route on your phone. If you have any concerns, feel free to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 AM to 6 PM EST.

Fun and able to move at our own pace.

Teresa_A, Mar 2026
It was a little rough start. Once we got the hang of it it flewed smoothly. We will use in the future.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Teresa, I’m glad you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour and that once you got the hang of it, everything flowed smoothly. If you’re planning more time in Newport, you might enjoy my Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive, which includes both the scenic driving tour and a walking tour for a deeper look at the city.

Great highlights for area specific details.

Charles_H, Feb 2026
Great moment by moment experience guide that you could divert or stop then continue without touching your phone.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Charles, I’m glad to hear that my Newport, RI GPS Driving Audio Tour provided those area-specific highlights. It’s great that you appreciated being able to divert, stop, and continue without touching your phone. If you’re planning more time in Newport, you might enjoy my Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive, which includes both the scenic driving tour and a walking tour for a deeper look at the city.

Easy to use. Travel at...

Joanne_S, Feb 2026
Easy to use. Travel at your own pace. Good information about the town and the mansions. Definitely would recommend it.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Joanne, I’m glad to hear that my Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour was easy to use and let you travel at your own pace. It’s great that the information about the town and the mansions enhanced your visit and brought Newport’s history to life. If you’re planning more time in Newport, you might enjoy my Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive, which includes both the scenic driving tour and a walking tour for a deeper look at the city.

Good way to see Newport RI

Peggy_C, Jan 2026
Very easy to use! We were in Newport during January which is a very slow season. Not many options for tours. This was a very comprehensive way to do a tour.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hi Dusty, thanks for taking our Kauai audio tour. We're so glad to hear that the flexibility of the itinerary options and the ability to replay the guide made your experience even better. It's wonderful that the tour helped you discover new places you hadn’t visited on previous trips. We hope to join you on the road again soon!

Good tour

Doug_P, Dec 2025
It was enjoyable and interesting. It was neat the way it knew where you were and which story to read. There were a couple of times that it talked too long and told you to turn either AT the turn or just after so you missed your turn and had to circle around and find your way back to the route. That was frustrating and would be way worse if it were busier time of year.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Doug, I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed my Newport driving audio tour and found it interesting. Could you please let me know where exactly the audio seemed like it was too long? I’m currently reviewing this tour thanks to your feedback and want to make sure the directions all play at the right time - as the audio is carefully timed with the speed limit along the tour route. If you do ever miss a turn or need to get back on track, just head to the nearest audio story point and the tour will automatically resume. Thanks again for letting me know and helping to make sure all of the directions are easy to follow throughout the whole tour.

Newport insider facts

Robert_M, Nov 2025
The software connects easily with the car and is quite accurate in knowing where the vehicle is referencing the attractions.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Robert, I’m happy to hear my audio tour connected smoothly with your car and that the GPS accuracy worked well for you. It’s great to know that insider facts and location-based triggers have been added to your experience. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, which features a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to explore at your own pace.

It was ok

Lisa_B, Nov 2025
You need to upgrade to navigate people to the start of the tour. Once we got to a point where the gps picked us up we were fine- but getting started was annoying.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Lisa, thank you for sharing your feedback — I’m glad my audio tour worked smoothly once the GPS located you, but I understand how frustrating it can be when the starting point isn’t clear right away. I’d love to understand this better so I can improve it for future travelers. Were you using the map inside the app to navigate to the starting point, or were you relying on a different GPS app? And did the start location not appear clearly in the email instructions or within the tour map? Your input will help me refine the setup guidance. If you ever need help getting started on any of my tours, I’m available daily from 9 to 6 EST and always happy to assist.

Do it today

Norva_J, Oct 2025
Very easy to follow the route An excellent experience. It was Well worth the nominal fee. Very enjoyable

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Norva, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed my Newport, RI Audio Tour. I’m excited that it was easy to follow and gave you a great experience. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, which features a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to explore at your own pace.

Homes behind walls

Lynn_M, Oct 2025
The trip felt hurried as there are no pull off areas and traffic is busy. Some directions had us turning down wrong streets. It’s a long tour and there are no restroom stops noted.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Lynn, I’m sorry to hear you felt rushed because of traffic and the lack of pull-off points. If possible, I suggest trying the tour during a less busy time, as it can make the experience more enjoyable. My tour is valid for a year, so you have plenty of time to revisit. Following the route and speed limit helps with navigation, and the audio will sync accordingly. Did you follow the speed limit shown on the app? Also, did you try the "Near Me" feature in the app? It can help you find nearby restrooms, gas stations, restaurants, and more. I’ll pass your feedback to my team to review the directions and restroom info. If you need any help, feel free to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 to 6 EST. Safe travels!

Relaxing eay to tour

Merry_M, Oct 2025
Nice, relaxing way to see the city and learn. A little bit about what you are seeing. It was nice that you could stop whenever you wanted to see more.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Merry, I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. I’m excited that it offered a relaxing way to explore the city and learn along the way, and that the ability to stop whenever you wanted enhanced your experience. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, which features a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Good value but drive slowly.

Derek_L, Sep 2025
This is a lot cheaper option than doing a tour and you can take your time. Drive slowly though or it will skip to the next area.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Derek, I’m glad to hear you found my Scenic Newport, RI Audio Tour to be a great value. It’s awesome that you appreciated the flexibility to take your time. Thanks for the tip on driving slowly to avoid skipping—great advice for future travelers. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Audio tour Newport, RI

Laurie_S, Sep 2025
This tour is narrated by a friendly and informative guide. The tour was easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Laurie, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Newport, RI audio tour and found the narration friendly and informative! I’m thrilled the tour was easy to follow and that you would recommend it. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Great Time!!!

jeff_s, Aug 2025
We had an unforgettable experience exploring the beautiful landscapes of Martha’s Vineyard with The Happiness Factor! The e-bikes were fantastic—comfortable, easy to use, and made our 30-mile ride feel like a breeze. What could have been exhausting turned into a joyful, scenic adventure thanks to the boost from the bikes. Our guide, Lisa, was absolutely amazing. She catered to us the entire time, making sure the pace and stops matched our group perfectly. Her knowledge of the island was impressive, and her warmth and kindness made the day even more special. Lisa was so personable—it honestly felt like we were riding with a longtime friend. The route was thoughtfully planned and extremely customizable. We hit all the highlights of the island and covered so much ground—coastlines, quaint villages, lighthouses, and hidden gems we would’ve never found on our own. We left the tour feeling connected to the island and full of appreciation for its charm and history. Couldn’t recommend this tour more—it was the perfect way to experience Martha’s Vineyard!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Jeff, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed Martha’s Vineyard and had such a wonderful experience with your guide, Lisa, and the e-bikes. It sounds like you had a fantastic time exploring the island. I noticed that you’ve also booked my tour and redeemed the password, but there’s no mention of my tour experience in the review. It seems like the review may have been posted under the wrong tour link, as you mentioned, the e-bikes and a different tour. I’d love to know more about your experience with my tour, and I hope you’ll give it another try in the future! If you’re interested, I offer a variety of self-guided tours in other locations as well. Thanks for sharing your feedback!

It was so an easy way to...

Sandra_A, Aug 2025
It was so an easy way to learn about the people that live here during the gilded times. It was interesting and gave good directions. The directions can be picked up in any place of the route. The system tracks your position via GPS. We preferred this form over the trolley.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Sandra, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Scenic Newport audio tour and found it easy to follow. It’s great that the GPS tracking made it simple to pick up the tour at any point along the route. I’m happy you preferred this self-guided option over the trolley—sounds like the perfect way to explore Newport at your own pace. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Villalobos Beebe Excursion 25

Roger_V, Jun 2025
At first, it took a minute, literally, to get situated with route and audio merged. Once done, audio tour went on smoothly!

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Roger, I’m glad my audio tour went smoothly once you got set up. I understand that getting everything situated at the start can take a minute, but it’s great that you were able to enjoy the tour afterward. If you ever encounter any issues again, please don't hesitate to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 to 6 and here to help. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

While the information at...

Ed_G, May 2025
While the information at each stop is interesting, I missed that this tour didn’t seem to have the ability to see the map at the same time as the narrator told you about each stop. Maybe I just didn’t find where you could access both, but I’ve used other apps that were better and easier to use. Still worth the $$ and it was easy to pause and go walk around.

Response from Host, May 2025

Ed, I’m glad to hear you found the tour interesting and worth it, and that pausing to walk around was easy to manage. Thanks for pointing out the map issue—when the speed limit isn’t followed, the map and audio can fall out of sync. Feel free to reach out if you ever feel stuck or need help with anything in the app. I’d be happy to assist!

Easy and a pleasure

Edward_M, Apr 2025
App was easy to download and tour worked great. We would have never been able to see all the locations without it

Response from Host, May 2025

Edward, I’m so glad you found the Scenic Newport Self-Guided Driving Tour easy to use and a pleasure to follow. It’s great that the app helped you discover spots you might have missed. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Newport Self Guided Tour March 2025

Darlene_C, Mar 2025
A little confusing in the beginning. Narrator was clear with driving instructions. Also told good information about the mansions and owners.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Darlene, I’m glad you found the narration clear and informative, especially the stories about the mansions and their owners. Thank you for persevering through the initial confusion. I appreciate you choosing my tour for your Newport visit. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Amazing

Bj_B, Feb 2025
Was great as could listen a few times as I was driving so getting to do the sites more than once helped

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Hi there, I'm thrilled you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. Being able to revisit sites and listen again is one of the best parts of a self-guided tour. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Wonderful

Eileen_M, Jan 2025
It was wonderful. So much information! Loved being able to travel at our own pace. Will definitely do this again sometime.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Eileen, I’m glad you loved my self-guided driving audio tour of Scenic Newport, RI. The detailed information and flexibility to explore at your own pace made it a wonderful experience. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Great Experience!

marisa_L, Jan 2025
We had a great experience with this tour. I read many reviews that said they couldn’t get it to work, but we had no issues. The information was very interesting and we found the directions easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to look at how long each explanation is, some are longer so you need to slow down or pull over if you want to hear the whole thing before moving into the next circle. I would highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Marisa, I’m thrilled you had a great experience with my Scenic Newport, RI, Self-Guided Audio Tour. I’m so glad you enjoyed the engaging stories, easy-to-follow directions, and the flexibility to explore independently. To make the most of the tour, follow the speed limit so the stories stay aligned and don’t cut off. You can also preview the tour beforehand to plan your stops. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Terrible online and mobile app! Viator is not capable to support it!

robertyen, Nov 2024
It took me more than an hour to receive email, download mobile app to my mobile phone, and start the app! But, the last login step failed with an error message to login. Called customer services twice and they were unable resolve my issue. I wasted $16.99 for this virtual tour. Bottom line - if Viator is not capable to support Virtual tour, then stop it. I used to have good experiences with Viator 9 years ago, at Portugal and Spain city tours. That's why I chose this "Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour". But, I was extremely frustrated and disappointed on this virtual tour.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Robert, I’m sorry about your trouble setting up my Scenic Newport, RI, Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. The instructions email should arrive right after purchase, and following those steps in advance is essential. Our support team is here to help, and you can find contact info in the instructions email, Viator confirmation email, and the voucher within the app. I checked, and we didn’t receive any calls from you, but the good news is the tour is valid for a year, so you have time to try it again or reach out for a refund or replacement if needed. Let me know if you’d like to give it another go!

Would do again

Beth_D, Nov 2024
The tour was great! A few times the narration was cut out because we reached the next sight. Otherwise the narrator was great! Lots of interesting facts! Newport needs more street signs! We weren’t always sure we were turning onto the correct street.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Beth, I’m glad you enjoyed my Scenic Newport, RI, Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. The narration is designed to play smoothly, but sometimes, the audio may cut out if the speed limit shown on the app isn’t followed. Keeping pace with the app ensures the stories don’t miss a beat. And I appreciate your suggestion about adding more street signs. I’ll forward this to the relevant team. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.

Not great

Carmen_A, Oct 2024
The app should definitely integrate with an online mapping function on car play so you don't have to keep looking down at your phone. Big miss. Maybe others are better but almost all of Newport RI route is covered by trees and you can see anything.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Carmen, I appreciate your feedback! CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported, but you can connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio or use your phone’s speakers if needed. My audio tour mentions that "Mansions may be obscured or partially hidden by gates, trees, etc." and suggests pausing for a better view. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out!

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