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Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour

4 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Newport, USA
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55 to 75 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Walk the historic cobblestone streets of Newport's historic downtown, past quaint shops, wharfs, restaurants, and historic landmarks and discover their revolutionary history.

Why choose us?
Tour at your own pace and schedule
Professionally produced, narrated and musically edited immersive experience
Ditch the tour group and explore on your own.
The technology makes it feel like the guide is next to you every step of the way.

This historic adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the first stop, open the tour, enter your experience code from City Boat Tours and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Dallas step by step.

You'll learn about the city's colonial history, its role in the American Revolution, how it became a home of freedom of religion, its historic eating spots, and its transformation into a fashionable summer resort in the 19th century.

Grab your camera and your walking shoes, I’ll meet you just outside the white horse tavern.

What's Included

  • Tour on our Walking Tour app
  • Go at your own pace, anytime. Take the tour 24/7
  • See the sites of historic downtown Newport
  • No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Marlborough Street
Newport, RI 02840, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Bannister's Wharf
Newport, RI 02840, USA

Our tour ends at Bannister's wharf, at the Anchor. You'll hear the story of the anchor and the story of how Newport played a key role in the Revolutionary war.

What To Expect

White Horse Tavern

Our historic adventure starts at the White Horse Tavern, the oldest operating restaurant in the U.S. and is acknowledged as the 10th oldest in the world. You'll hear about it's beginning, times of pirates and how it played a role in the Revolutionary war.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Friends Meeting House (Pass By)

First, get one thing straight. They were NOT called the Quakers. They were formally known as the Religious Society of Friends. And this is where they gathered, and help to build Newport. Learn about Newports story and Rhode Island's role in religious freedom, the house was built in 1699.
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Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House (Pass By)

The tour stops outside the old house and tells the tale of tax collectors and the revolution.
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Broadway

We will walk down Broadway, with classic shops, and tell the tale of a few pubs.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Colony House (Pass By)

We will stop outside of the Old Colony House and hear the story it played in the revolution.
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Touro Synagogue (Pass By)

Hear about the oldest Synagogue in Rhode Island, George Washington's visit, his letter, and the story of how the Jewish People came to Rhode Island.
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Eisenhower Street

We will walk by the park and see the statue of Oliver Hazard Perry and hear about the story of the hero of Lake Erie.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thames Street

You will walk down cobblestoned Thames street, get a chance to shop at the famous shops, stop in local restaurants and get the best pics.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queen Ann Square

We wil stop in the park and you'll see a church, from the park, and hear it's story in the revolution, and learn about the sites in the park.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bannister's Wharf

The tour ends at the Anchor at Bannister's wharf, you'll hear about some of the best restaurants to eat at, the history of the wharf and anchor.
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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour?

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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Activity code: C-222222P55

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour?
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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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Tour on our Walking Tour app.
  • Go at your own pace, anytime. Take the tour 24/7.
  • See the sites of historic downtown Newport.
The following is NOT included:
  • No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 10..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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 Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour 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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  • Tour on our Walking Tour app
  • Go at your own pace, anytime. Take the tour 24/7
  • See the sites of historic downtown Newport
  • No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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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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