Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+)
Overview
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******FOR AGES 8+ ONLY******
This approx 3-hour tour is our scenic overview trolley tour PLUS a 90-minute visit inside the Vanderbilt Breaker's Mansion.
After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at Bus Platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Era history and events that occurred over the centuries.
Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Ages.
Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions.
This tour is 160-180 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
*MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 8 YEARS OLD*
Departure point is the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2. Parking is available on site for a fee.
The duration of this tour is 160-180 minutes depending on traffic conditions
All tours depart promptly at their scheduled times
This enclosed trolley tour operates rain or shine except during and after winter weather events which involve snow or ice
Please do not meet directly at the Breakers mansion. You will visit the attraction during the trolley tour
Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult
Our drivers have updated manifests on their devices. Cancelled tickets are not accepted for admission
These tours are NOT handicapped accessible. Folding walkers and wheelchairs are limited to 30 lbs. We cannot accommodate battery powered scooters and chairs.
The trolley is not handicapped accessible.. Driver may assign seating based on customer needs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
(For ages 5 & up only). Park at the Newport Transit Center public lot and locate the white trolley at Bus Platform #2 outside. Show your cell phone or printed ticket to driver. The driver will provide your Breaker's Mansion pass if you purchased that option.
Fort Adams State Park
The trolley tour will enter Fort Adams, a historic 1799 landmark and home of today's annual Newport Jazz Festival and Newport Folk Festival. The fort is also home to President Eisenhower's summer home called the Eisenhower House. The Welcome Center features a snack bar, clean restrooms, and ticket sales counter to take a tour inside of the fort. There are also 2 water taxi stops and free public parking at Fort Adams State Park. The Bennington Overlook section of Fort Adams offers breathtaking sunsets over Narragansett Bay with free parking as well.
What‘s Included
For ages 8+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late-model trolley with leather captain's chairs
Tour inside the Breakers Mansion and its grounds for an additional 90 minutes
Our breath-taking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport
See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
Gratuities
Options
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Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour With Breakers Admission (Ages 8+ only)
Reviews
3,826 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trolly Rob was very...
Staci B,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trolly Rob was very knowledgeable about the area and made the trip extra enjoyable with jokes. The buildings were beautiful and the history behind the town was interesting.
Don’t skip this tour!!
elizabethmT9106QC,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trolley Rob was fantastic- he was engaging and fun. The Breakers are beautiful! Great experience!
Trolley Rob
ARodman B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was of great value and worth the price of admission. Trolley Rob was very informative about the mansion and very entertaining.
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Catherine C,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We took a tour of the Breakers mansion in Newport, Rhode Island. Our tour guide was Trolley Rob and he made the trip fun and enjoyable. The tour was 3 hours, but it went really fast.
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Dennis P,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trolley Rob our driver and tour guide was informative and funny and knowledgeable. He provided insightful information and little historical gems of information
Trolley Rob was so...
Selma A,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trolley Rob was so informative and entertaining to listen to. He drove us around all the main points. It was so nice to sit back and relax while we toured the city. Our tour included tickets to The Breakers which was absolutely amazing. Well worth it!
We had an amazing time....
Deanarose W,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time. My kids loved Trolly Rob. We enjoyed all the amazing information and stories. It was wonderful!
Really great experience....
Kara H,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really great experience. Trolley Rob kept it light and moving. Perfect amount of time on the trolley and at The Breakers.
My wife and I booked the tour and it was amazing! Our tour guide, Trolley Rob was the best! Very informative!
delsoxfan,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely the best tour!!!!
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Ed P,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trolley Ron was an excellent guide. Tour was fun and full of Newport history. He kept everyone interested and engaged.
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