Iconic Newport: Breakers Mansion & Gilded Age Trolley Tour
Since 1962 Viking Tours has shown visitors the Newport that we know and love! Explore the history of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Pass the grand mansions on the scenic Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue while learning about their stories. Experience The Breakers, the elaborate estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt. Wheelchair Accessible Trolley Upon Request with 24 Hour Notification, please contact us to confirm ADA requirements.
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
Barbara_P, 11/20/2025 4:36:40 PM
Learned a little about a lot of Newport highlights! Did a self guided tour of the Breakers, the audio app - highly recommend! Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable !
Z5119UPvictorias, 11/18/2025 10:50:51 AM
Fun little ride to explore the area. Driver/tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this activity.
F6056GCjackr, 11/17/2025 7:38:23 PM
Excellent tour. However if you are on a cruise, make sure you are aware of the length of the tour with/without the breakers tour, in order to return timely to the tender. The description of the tour gives confusing lengths.
384terric, 11/16/2025 5:39:36 PM
This was a great tour and a cool way to see the mansions in Newport and learn about the area's history. Our tour guide, Larry, had an almost encyclopedic knowledge of Newport and it was fun to hear his stories as we rode around. Our group chose to stop at the Breakers and as a fan of The Gilded Age, the house was fascinating. All in all, this was a great tour and I highly recommend it!
christyhJ6260OA, 11/16/2025 10:52:57 AM
Great tour! Would definitely recommend. I was solo and had the morning in Newport and the is was the perfect way to spend it. Our guide was informative and fun and gave us so much history. The time inside The Breakers was just long enough and it was stunning!
kch8888, 11/12/2025 10:01:00 AM
Dominic was a great tour guide! The trolley was an exceptional experience. I didn't enjoy the Breakers as much as I thought I would. I wish there were more areas to explore. The staff was unfriendly, especially the woman that ran us out of the coffee shop when it was set to close in 5 minutes.
Vincent_N, 11/9/2025 11:51:00 AM
The trolley tour was absolutely fantastic. What a wonderful orientation to Newport and great sites and great “cottages” to behold. Dominic is one of the most excellent tour guides I have ever had. He was knowledgeable, he was witty, he was personable, and he kept us entertained the entire time. He represents your tour company extremely well. Five stars to Dominic.
C8269TQchrisd, 11/9/2025 9:27:18 AM
The trolley tour was a fascinating way to learn a lot about the tremendous history and character of Newport in just a few hours. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and he was funny and entertaining throughout. Highly recommend.
Suzanne_O, 11/8/2025 9:17:37 AM
Ray, our tour guide, was fantastic! His knowledge of the area was extensive! He made the trip fun and pleasurable! Would definitely recommend!
Safari19340702334, 11/3/2025 1:22:29 PM
Very entertaining tour guide - educational and enthusiastic. Great overview of the city and the Breakers. Very comfortable trolley ride.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Languages Available: Audio and Written Guides are available at the mansions in one of the following languages. Please inquire upon arrival. Audio tours of The Breakers are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. The audio tour of Marble House is available in English, French, Spanish and German.
- Young Children Under 6 not Permitted
- Wheelchair Accessible Trolleys Upon Request
- Children Under 6 not Permitted
Departure point
Newport Gateway Center (Bus Terminal) Viking Trolley Post 3 23 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 Trolleys depart from Post 3 at the Newport Gateway Center. The trolley will generally arrive about 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour.Return details
Since 1962 Viking Tours has shown visitors the Newport that we know and love! Explore the history of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Pass the grand mansions on the scenic Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and Bellevue Avenue while learning about their stories. Experience The Breakers, the elaborate estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt. Wheelchair Accessible Trolley Upon Request with 24 Hour Notification, please contact us to confirm ADA requirements.Redemption
Newport Gateway Center (Bus Terminal) Viking Trolley Post 3 23 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 Trolleys depart from Post 3 at the Newport Gateway Center. The trolley will generally arrive about 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. Unfortunately Children under 6 not admitted Languages Available at Newport Mansions: Audio and Written Guides are available at the mansions in one of the following languages. Please inquire upon arrival. Audio tours of The Breakers are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. The audio tour of Marble House is available in English, French, Spanish and German.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund