Private Tour
Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Your private minivan tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 386 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 a private tour, for up to 5 guests, so we explore Newport, RI and all its amazing aspects at YOUR pace! Keep in mind your tour last roughly 90 minutes.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Mansion Visits
What To Expect
Cardines Field
Newport's Neighborhood ballpark is the oldest amatuer baseball stadium since 1908. See where immortals of Baseball, like Satchel Page, Babe Ruth and Bob Feller once played. The stadium is still in use by many local baseball teams including the Newport Gulls.
Touro Synagogue Foundation
The Oldest Synagouge in the United States, dating back to 1763. It is a symbol for Newport as a haven for religious freedom seekers.
Options
Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Private Van Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Private tour of Newport!
DONNA S,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very interesting tour including a lot of interesting details, history, and landmarks. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience!
Great experience. ...
wacalverley,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Knowledgeable and helpful guide. Loved being able to do and see what we wanted. Highly recommend.
Highly Recommend
dianemoore7773,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Larry is a very knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. The van is very comfortable. He took us all over Newport to all the highlights. We had the opportunity to take pictures at various locations. We were able to tour inside the Breakers by purchasing discount tickets directly from Larry. He waited for us while we were inside. The Breakers was breathtaking and we were happy that we were able to go inside. He made many useful recommendations about restaurants and parking and shops, as well as places to explore further on our own.
Family Fun in Newport
Sheryl G,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Larry is a fantastic tour guide, very accommodating, knowledgeable, efficient, and personable. Highly recommend Larry!
Wonderful experience
Elina F,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Larry was the best tour guide. Knowledgeable. Patient and super informative. He waited for us as we went through breakers and was just a treasure trove of information. Would definitely recommend this to everyone.
Absolutely wonderful. ...
Rose B,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful. Relaxed pace with fantastic guide, Larry. Great overview of Newport and lovely drive along Ocean
Newport City and Mansions Tour
Mitchell F,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Larry was a great guide for our first visit to Newport. He was so accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable about the area, its history and the mansions (including knowing former and current owners). We opted for the extra entrance to see The Breakers mansion and enjoyed seeing inside. We couldn’t have had a better tour!!
Wonderful first look at Newport
Susan J,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good overview of Newport's historic neighborhoods and mansions. Driver/guide Larry is personable and knowledgeable.
Best Newport RI tour!!
Debra S,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Larry was the perfect answer to our travel quandary. We were unsure how to introduce Newport RI to our friend who is a New Englander but has never stayed or visited the attractions of the area. Larry was able to give us the most detailed history and beautiful tour of the area in the shortest amount of time. His experience and knowledge of the area is worth every penny. I would recommend this tour to everyone but I’m afraid I’ll never be able to book again. Thank you Larry from your ladies Debbie Tracy and Susie.
Start Here in Newport!
Roger H,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Larry was freaking fabulous! Great knowledge of the area and its history delivered in an easy manner. Great way for us to get great information and make plans for the rest of the week. Start here in Newport.
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