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Newport Scenic Ocean Driving Tour Self Guided Audio Tour
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the stunning 10-mile Ocean Drive and mansions in Newport with this self-guided GPS audio tour that brings the area's rich history to life. Drive along the breathtaking coastline, where the Atlantic waves crash against rocky cliffs while learning about iconic figures like the Vanderbilts and JFK. This tour allows you to discover hidden beaches, grand mansions, and historic sites at your own pace. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, enjoy beautiful photo opportunities and the captivating stories of Newport's Gilded Age.
- Self-guided audio tour with GPS narration for easy navigation - Discover famous landmarks like The Breakers and Castle Hill Lighthouse - Ideal for families...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Carplay, use Carplay or your phone
Go at your own pace, anytime, the tour never expires
Autoplay the tour plays automatically as you drive
Self-Guided Driving tour in Newport on our Self-Guided Tour app
No Admission to any buildings along the route, this tour is all outside and a driving tour
Meeting Points
Departure
The tour starts in the parking lot of LAZ Parking - Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina where you'll get the tour intro then be guided on a drive.
Return
Eisenhower Park
End your journey in the historic heart of Newport at Washington Square, home to Eisenhower Park and the beautifully preserved Newport Colony House.
Newport Scenic Ocean Driving Tour Self Guided Audio Tour
About
Explore the stunning 10-mile Ocean Drive and mansions in Newport with this self-guided GPS audio tour that brings the area's rich history to life. Drive along the breathtaking coastline, where the Atlantic waves crash against rocky cliffs while learning about iconic figures like the Vanderbilts and JFK. This tour allows you to discover hidden beaches, grand mansions, and historic sites at your own pace. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, enjoy beautiful photo opportunities and the captivating stories of Newport's Gilded Age.
- Self-guided audio tour with GPS narration for easy navigation - Discover famous landmarks like The Breakers and Castle Hill Lighthouse - Ideal for families...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Carplay, use Carplay or your phone
Go at your own pace, anytime, the tour never expires
Autoplay the tour plays automatically as you drive
Self-Guided Driving tour in Newport on our Self-Guided Tour app
No Admission to any buildings along the route, this tour is all outside and a driving tour
Meeting Points
Departure
The tour starts in the parking lot of LAZ Parking - Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina where you'll get the tour intro then be guided on a drive.
Return
Eisenhower Park
End your journey in the historic heart of Newport at Washington Square, home to Eisenhower Park and the beautifully preserved Newport Colony House.
Itinerary
1
The Breakers
The crown jewel of Newport's mansions, The Breakers was the Vanderbilt family's spectacular 70-room "summer cottage." Lavishly decorated with marble, gold leaf, and soaring Italian-inspired architecture, it remains America's most visited historic mansion.
2
Bowen's Wharf
Begin your adventure along Newport's picturesque waterfront, where cobblestone streets, historic wharves, boutique shops, and seafood restaurants overlook one of New England's most beautiful harbors. This lively district has been the heart of Newport's maritime history for more than 350 years.
5 minutes
3
Rochambeau Statue and Monument
Enjoy sweeping harbor views while discovering the French general whose leadership helped win the American Revolution. The monument honors Comte de Rochambeau, whose troops marched from Newport to Yorktown alongside George Washington.
5 minutes
4
Ida Lewis Lighthouse
Visit the lighthouse associated with one of America's greatest lifesaving heroes. Ida Lewis performed at least 18 daring rescues from these waters, earning national fame and becoming one of the country's most celebrated lighthouse keepers.
5 minutes
5
Fort Adams State Park
Explore the largest coastal fortification in the United States. Walk through massive stone tunnels, enjoy spectacular views of Narragansett Bay, and discover the military engineering that protected Newport Harbor for generations.
5 minutes
6
Castle Hill Lighthouse
One of New England's most photographed lighthouses sits dramatically above Narragansett Bay. The short walk offers spectacular coastal scenery and panoramic views where the bay meets the Atlantic Ocean.
5 minutes
7
Brenton Point State Park
Stand at the southern tip of Aquidneck Island where the Atlantic Ocean crashes against the rocky shoreline. This beautiful park features ocean vistas, monuments, walking paths, picnic areas, and some of Newport's finest photography opportunities.
5 minutes
8
Ocean Drive
Explore Ocean Drive and it's historic story
20 minutes
9
Rough Point
Tour the magnificent oceanfront mansion of heiress Doris Duke, once known as "the richest girl in the world." Filled with priceless artwork, antiques, and stunning gardens, Rough Point offers a fascinating glimpse into Newport's Gilded Age luxury.
10
Rosecliff
Inspired by the Grand Trianon at Versailles, Rosecliff features Newport's largest ballroom and has appeared in numerous Hollywood films, including The Great Gatsby and True Lies. It remains one of Bellevue Avenue's most elegant estates.
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Visit the historic church where Senator John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier in 1953. The wedding captivated the nation and helped cement Newport's place among America's most glamorous destinations.
5 minutes
12
Eisenhower Park
End your journey in the historic heart of Newport at Washington Square, home to Eisenhower Park and the beautifully preserved Newport Colony House. Stroll past the Perry Monument honoring Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, then admire one of America's finest Georgian public buildings, where the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud to Newport residents in 1776. Just steps away, you'll also find the legendary White Horse Tavern—the oldest continuously operating tavern building in the United States—making this one of Newport's richest concentrations of Revolutionary history.
