Newport RI's Gilded Age: Unforgettable Mansions Trolley
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For ages 5+ only, this approx 90-min tour is an overview of scenic Newport. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Age history and events that occurred over the centuries. Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Age, Hocus Pocus 2, The Great Gatsby, Amistad, True Lies, and a dozen more. Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions. This tour is approximately 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
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DayTrip57122538828, 11/9/2025 8:23:38 AM
Trolly Rob did a great job of narrating local history about the surrounding areas and gilded age families. In November only The Breakers open - would have loved to see some of the other mansions, but still definitely recommend.
597brendenl, 11/2/2025 7:34:02 PM
Tour guide trolley Rob was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the tour. Made the experience lots of fun. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to see Newport
Victoria_B, 10/28/2025 5:41:18 PM
Lot of information about the town and it's history and beautiful houses to see. Trolley Rob was a great guide and driver.
Tim_T, 10/27/2025 1:11:26 PM
The Trolley driver was an excellent driver as well as a great narrator for the tour. Just so you know, you only get glimpses of the mansions through trees and shrubbery. The driver did stop momentarily in a couple of places to give you a view of a mansion or two.
Explore39186174533, 10/25/2025 11:38:47 AM
The trolley was very comfortable Our driver Troy was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable in the history of Newport. We had a great time
Joyce_M, 10/6/2025 2:59:46 PM
Something got messed up with the tour, and when we arrived for our booking with tickets in hand, we were told the trolley was full. No room for us.😞. We contacted the tour company and were told a refund would be coming. Disappointed because we were on a Cruise and were leaving later in the day, and our booking was the last time slot of the day.
LauraP_V, 10/4/2025 10:47:52 AM
We were on a New England cruise stop and purchased the trolley tickets a month earlier. The 90 minute non stop drive was sufficient to see and have photos of the mansions. The driver/ tour guide was very knowledgeable. The trolley was very clean and nice.
Anna_C, 10/3/2025 6:07:42 PM
We had an informative, fun and good time on the trolley tour. Our tour guide, Carlos, was so nice and knowledgeable of the area and mansions. This is our second time in this tour.
Escape08804063499, 10/2/2025 12:18:40 PM
Trolley Rob was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun. Would recommend this tour. The mansions were amazing. The tour helped us plan our trip to the Cliff Walk.
Bob_H, 9/29/2025 12:16:14 PM
It is well worth the money. Conductor Rob was the best teacher of history in this area. Conductor Rob was funny and very educated in the history.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- *MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 5 YEARS OLD AND UP*
- Departure point is the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2 Parking is available on site for a fee.
- This tour departs promptly at the scheduled time.
- The duration of this tour is 70-90 minutes, depending on traffic conditions
- This enclosed trolley tour operates rain or shine except during and after winter weather events which involve snow or ice
- Our drivers have updated manifests on their devices. Cancelled tickets are not accepted for admission
- Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult
- These tours are NOT handicapped accessible. Folding walkers and wheelchairs are limited to 30 lbs. We cannot accommodate battery powered scooters and chairs
- The trolley is not handicapped accessible. Driver may assign seating based on customer's physical needs
Departure point
Departure Point: Newport Transportation Center, Platform #2 (outside) - white trolley 23 America's Cup Avenue Newport, RI 02840Return details
For ages 5+ only, this approx 90-min tour is an overview of scenic Newport. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable trolley at platform #2 of the Newport Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Age history and events that occurred over the centuries. Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Age, Hocus Pocus 2, The Great Gatsby, Amistad, True Lies, and a dozen more. Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions. This tour is approximately 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions.Redemption
DAY OF TRAVEL (For ages 5+ only) Park at the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center public lot (23 America's Cup Ave) and locate the white trolley at Bus Platform #2 outside. Parking available on site for a fee. This tour departs promptly at the scheduled times. We recommend travelers plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure time to find a parking spot and in case of any unforeseen traffic jams due to construction and accidents. No shows, late arrivals, and cancellations made within 24 hours are non refundable. You may present this ticket or smart phone confirmation directly to the driver to check-in. IMPORTANT INFO --Tours are for Ages 5+ only. This tour will last 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions. --These tours are NOT handicapped accessible. Folding walkers and wheelchairs are limited to 30 lbs. We cannot accommodate battery powered scooters and chairs. --Driver may assign seating based on customer needs. --All members of the booking party must be present at bus platform #2 no later than 5 minutes prior to tour departure time. Driver reserves the right to sell the seats of no-shows or late arrivals to passengers waiting on standby. --Solo travelers must allow others to sit next to them or purchase that 2nd seat in advance if they wish to keep it empty --This enclosed trolley tour operates rain or shine except during and after winter weather events which involve snow or ice --Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult --Our drivers have updated manifests on their devices. Cancelled tickets are not accepted for admission24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund