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Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

Overview

Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this day trip that includes both a guided tour and free time. Explore The Breakers Mansion (the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II's family), as well as The Marble House (as seen in the movie The Great Gatsby). See top Newport attractions such as St Mary's Parish, Ocean Drive and the Naval War College on a narrated tour. Then discover this quaint and historic city further on your own. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people for a more intimate experience.

City: Boston

Tue 17 Jun

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Starting at $145.00

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Tue 17 Jun

Starting at $145.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Admission to The Breakers and Marble House Mansions ( if closed we will sub another mansion)

Pick-Up/Drop-Off at one of 5 strategically located Boston hotel locations

2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure

1-Hour Narrated Bus Tour of Newport, RI

Round-Trip Transportation via air-conditioned Mini Coach Bus

Discounted Admission to the International Tennis Hall of Fame (with your included discount card)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Multi-Lingual Audio Guides of The Breakers and The Marble House are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. Please request as you enter the mansion. Narrated Tour of Newport in English Only.
Pick-Up/Drop off is included at one of 5 strategically placed downtown Boston hotels. Please provide your pickup choice at checkout.

What To Expect

Downtown

After the downtown Boston pickups are completed, begin the 1.5-hour drive to Newport, Rhode Island. Enjoy a snack and listen to the guide provide a bit of history about Newport, a sailing destination for many that’s known as America's First Resort.

The Breakers

The first stop is at the Breakers mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer mansions and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America. Spend two hours here, part of which can be enjoyed with a self-guided audio tour. Don’t forget the photo-worthy ocean view behind the mansion.

St. Mary's Catholic Church

Then take a 1-hour narrated city tour of some other Newport sites. See the St. Mary’s Church complex. This National Historic Shrine is where President John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953.

Touro Synagogue

There’s the Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site that is the oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States. It’s also the oldest surviving Jewish synagogue building in North America.

Fort Adams State Park

Also check out Fort Adams, a former U.S. Army post, and the U.S. Naval War College, the staff college and “Home of Thought” for the United States Navy.

Newport Visitors Information Center

The guided city tour ends at the Discover Newport Visitor Center to plan some free time with the help of the aforementioned guidebook.

Marble House

Take a 90 minute audio tour of the Marble House. This famous mansion was seen in the movie The Great Gatsby.

Ocean Drive

Take a ride along this scenic, coastal route for breathtaking ocean views.

International Tennis Hall of Fame

See the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a discounted price.

Cliff Walk

One of Newport's top sites

New England Trips

After a long day of sightseeing, relax on the journey back to Boston.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (231)

Pamala S

Jul 2014

This was ok for a day trip..not much to do. The driver was nice. He also went above his job by helping a handicap person on and off the bus all day. cuddos to him. He was very informative.

Amy G

Jun 2014

We chose this tour based on reviews alone and it was a very good choice. Our guide, Brad, was attentive, professional and very informative as he took us past landmarks and points of interest. We visit Boston at least once a year and have been on several tours with several different groups. In my opinion, this was by far one of the best values for the money as well as the most enjoyable. Cannot recommend it highly enough!

J8640DKandreab

Oct 2024

Pick up at the hotel. The tour guide and bus driver Tim had many interesting anecdotes to share during the trip to Newport, so the trip was very entertaining. After a walk (Cliff Walk), the first mansion (The Breakers) was visited. Then we went to Newport (leisure, lunch break, city walk). Then in the afternoon visit the Marble House. Both mansions are just great. Return then around 4.30pm. Tour was very well organized, there were drinks (water) as well as smaller snacks for free on the bus.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for your 5 Star review of our Day trip to Newport from Boston. I'm glad that you enjoyed your day and appreciate you sharing your experience. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.