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

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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.

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
  • Gratuities (recommended)
  • Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
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Please select 1 of the 5 strategically chosen Boston hotel pickup locations. These are the only pickup/drop-off locations available for this day trip. Thank you

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Touro Synagogue National Historic Site

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marble House

Take a 90 minute audio tour of the Marble House. This famous mansion was seen in the movie The Great Gatsby.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ocean Drive

Take a ride along this scenic, coastal route for breathtaking ocean views.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

International Tennis Hall of Fame

See the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a discounted price.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cliff Walk

One of Newport's top sites
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New England Trips

After a long day of sightseeing, relax on the journey back to Boston.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.72 out of 5 stars based on 239 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is 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).
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (recommended).
  • Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • 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)
  • Gratuities (recommended)
  • Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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