Scenic Newport self-driving audio tour
Attractions & guided tours

Scenic Newport self-driving audio tour

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$15.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Do this because
  • See the main sights in Newport, Rhode Island at your own pace
  • Learn about the gorgeous gilded age mansions in the city
  • Marvel at the architectural wonders on Bellevue Avenue
  • Hear stories about the rich in the area and how they made their millions
  • Drive at your own pace on Ocean Drive and enjoy the sea views
What to expect

Start your journey to discover Newport, Rhode Island, a city known for its picturesque Gilded age mansions. Discover how the rich in turn of the century America made and spent their money. This 12 mile-long self-driving audio tour covers the essentials of scenic Newport, Rhode Island in a 1-2 hour route.

During the tour, you will hear the story of the Gilded Age America and how it shaped the future. Of course, you'll also get to see Gilded age mansions such as Edward King House, Kingscote, Bellevue House, and more. You can also expect to see other points of interest such as International Tennis Hall of Fame, the Audrain Auto Museum, and Ocean Drive.

Throughout the tour, you will listen to stories about local history. Your tour will conclude in the Irish District.

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What's included
  • check Self-guided tour taken via the Action Tour Guide app
  • check Unique password (sent by email) for access to the Action Tour Guide app
  • check Live GPS map on your phone
  • check Audio narration
  • check Written text explanations
  • check Route from stop to stop
  • check List of stops along route
What's not included
  • x_not_included Transportation
  • x_not_included Entry to paid attractions
  • x_not_included Vehicle rentals
  • x_not_included Parking
  • x_not_included Food or drinks
Where

23 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840, USA

Meeting point:
This tour begins in America's Cup Avenue.
What to remember
  • This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
  • Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
  • After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do not wait until you are onsite
  • Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
  • This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists
  • The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
  • Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
  • This tour is valid for an entire year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
  • This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket
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Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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