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 seventyroom mansion and National Historic Landmark built for Cornelius Vanderbilt II in 1895 . Enjoy a self-guided audio tour of the mansion or relax while walking through the gardens .
Guided Fort Adams Exploration
Enjoy an exploration of Fort Adams , a colonial First System fortification . View the “ Officer ’ s Quarters ,” and ascend to the scenic overlook for a breathtaking view of Newport Harbor . Learn about past and future plans for restoration of the Fort . The listening tunnels beneath the walls of the Fort are a marvel of architecture and engineering and represent 180 years of American military history and culture .
Newport City Exploration
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Nestled within Narragansett Bay is Newport , the yachting capital of the world with a scenic waterfront , historic neighborhoods , and opulent seaside estates along the “ Avenue of the Mansions .” On this narrated ride , explore its historic and cultural treasures led by our knowledgeable guide .