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1 hour 15 minutes
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Come aboard spacious tour boat Coastal Queen at Bowen's Wharf, Newport, and see magnificent Newport Harbor and the Narragansett Bay area sites. This narrated, 75-minute Scenic Bay Cruise tour is a great way to experience Newport from an entirely different waterfront perspective. Sit back, relax and enjoy the breathtaking views while sipping on your favorite beverages from the beautiful teak wood bar.
The guides will point out and share their knowledge of the many scenic sites that make up historic Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay while you cruise by harbor estates, lighthouses, forts, yachts and more.
This 57-foot, pristine tour boat offers maximum comfort and panoramic views from every seat. Coastal Queen has both a cozy and weatherproof main salon and an open-air covered top deck for catching fresh ocean breezes.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
As you cruise along the beautiful Narragansett Bay, you will see the beautiful Rose Island Lighthouse. Our guides will share their knowledge of the sixteen-acre island.
Fort Wetherill State Park
Our guides will share their knowledge of the many historic forts on the Newport and Jamestown site of Narragansett Bay. On the tour, you will see Fort Hamilton, Fort Adams State Park, and Fort Wetherill State Park.
Live Narration
Restroom on board
Alcoholic beverages can be purchased from our magnificent onboard bar.
Gratuities
233 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Road404398,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour of the Newport area. The guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out historic sites around Newport. The weather was cold but we were warm inside the boat. I would recommend this tour.
hbhakh,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We took this tour while visiting Newport on a cruise ship. The dock is located close to the tender pier. We booked late due to questionable weather but there was plenty of availability on a Tuesday afternoon. We enjoyed the cruise. It was very scenic and the narration was good. There were both covered and open areas as well as a snack bar. We recommend
Brian D,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
The boat ride was very good. A crewmember named Brad was exceptional in helping assisting me and my husband with getting my wheelchair on board and off boardthe boat. It was very much appreciated.
Alyssa B,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
Very welcoming staff (including bartender) and interesting information from the narrator! We had a really fun time!
Sheryl F,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was an overall good experience. It was very informative. The staff was great. Would recommend for anyone visiting
Elizabeth B,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
This was a fun tour run by locals. My friend and I loved getting to see Newport from the water. Highly recommend.
Kimberly L,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
He’s a cruise itself was beautiful and very informative however, the tour guide should have been more in control of the group that was extremely drunk when they got on and continue to be very loud, keeping me and others from even hearing the tour guide! I rated this before because I love the sites but as far as the tour guide and the trip itself I can only rate it a 3. I have no doubt that this tour guide is amazing 99% of the time. I was just extremely disappointed to have paid so much and couldn’t hear anything. I know he heard them, but he failed to quiet them down, asking them to respect others that want to hear





Eileen E,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
The entire tour snd crew were fabulous! We all had the best time! We would recommend this tour of Naragansett Bay to everyone!
Tour06883118812,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was very enjoyable. Our guide pointed out many landmarks and provided historical facts about Newport and the gilded age of mansions.




LouSuarez,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a beautiful day, the ship, crew were all great. But, It was my fault, I thought it would take you behind the famous mansions along Bellevue Ave. I guess that would take too much time. The bay is pretty and interesting, but there is so much to do/see in Newport, I believe the time spent on the ship can be used more enjoyable. If you go on a weekend, be careful with the parking, they tell you to be there early for a reason. We missed our sailing time, but the nice lady was able to accommodate us on next sailing.
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