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For ages 5+ 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 Age, Hocus Pocus 2, the Great Gatsby, Amistad, True Lies, and a dozen more.
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.
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
*MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 5 YEARS OLD*
Departure point is the Newport Transportation Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2
Public parking is available at the Transit Center 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
The trolley is not handicapped accessible.. Driver may assign seating based on customer needs
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour inside the Breakers Mansion and its grounds for an additional 90 minutes
Our breath-taking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport
For ages 5+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late-model trolley with leather captain's chairs
See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
Gratuities
(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.
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour With Breakers Admission (Ages 5+ only)
3,151 reviews
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David W,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
It’s a must for first timers in Newport! Drivers give a great background on the tour, well worth the reasonable price.
Debra R,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
Great way to get to know Newport from an experienced tour guide. Troy was knowledgeable and made our initial tour of Newport a lot of fun.
Nicole C,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
Trolley Rob was amazing! Made the trip so much more than a “just a tour!” He was very funny, friendly, and knowledgeable! We learned so much and would do it again without a second thought. Fantastic 🚐!
Raul C,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Great tour that included some history, fun facts and jokes. Seeing the Breaker House was worth the ticket of admission, whether you do it through this tour or otherwise. I'd definitely recommend the tour so you can hear about the history of the mansions and some of the celebrities that own them. Only downside was that a fair amount of the mansions were hard to see from the trolley because of the homes being covered by large trees or shrubbery, or the mere fact that we drove by them too quickly. If you do get on the tour I recommend sitting in the middle of the trolley for the best view.
Peg M,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Great experience with Trolley Rob. Interesting tour of mansions with loads of historical background. Perfect way to see Newport and The Breakers.
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