NEWPORT , RI
Avenue of the Mansions
Take a narrated tour of historic Newport . With the brilliant Atlantic Ocean on one side and some of the country ’ s most impressive properties on the other , this celebrated trail is an unforgettable one . Drive along the spectacular Ocean View Drive and Bellevue Ave —“ Avenue of the Mansions .” The highlight of the tour is a stop at The Breakers , a seventy-room mansion and National Historic Landmark built for Cornelius Vanderbilt II in 1895 . Enjoy a self-guided audio tour of the mansion and a relaxing walk .
Lobsterbake Luncheon
Take a short walk to Fort Adams and upon arrival , watch the unveiling of a traditional , old-fashioned lobster bake , followed by a delicious buffet overlooking the Fort and Newport . Be treated to fresh lobster , steamed clams and mussels , warm corn on the cob , and baked rolls . After lunch , feel free to take a guided exploration of Fort Adams or explore Newport at your leisure .
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