
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!
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September 2026
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Age 13 and over
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! worth booking?
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! is a 1-hour experience in Newport, United States, from $37 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $37 per person
Gansett Cruises offers a comfortable, entertaining and informative tour of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Our vessel, Gansett, is a wooden 1969 classic lobster fishing boat that has been beautifully restored and ma
What you get
About this experience
Gansett Cruises offers a comfortable, entertaining and informative tour of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Our vessel, Gansett, is a wooden 1969 classic lobster fishing boat that has been beautifully restored and maintained. A complimentary Mimosa is included. We also offer cash bar options and local favorites such as Del's frozen soft Lemonade and Yacht Club Soda available onboard. Sit back and relax while your Captain, Crew and Tour Guide take you through Newport's rich coastal history.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- In-person: English
What you'll see and do
Fort Adams State Park
Guests will see Fort Adams from the water and learn all about its history. What is now a state park was initially intended to protect the growing port town of Newport from foreign attack.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Newport
Guests will want to find parking and then walk to our red roofed ticket booth located at 2 Bowen's Landing in Newport. We are next to the Landing restaurant and directly in front of the round about on Market Square.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Guests will want to find parking and then walk to our red roofed ticket booth located at 2 Bowen's Landing in Newport. We are next to the Landing restaurant and directly in front of the round about on Market Square.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gansett Cruises
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We had an awesome time...
We had an awesome time with Dave and the crew. He was super knowledgeable and the tour was beautiful. Definitely would go again!
Response from the operator: Hi Rachel! Thank you for coming out on Gansett and for your kind words regarding the tour and Dave. We are happy to hear that you had a good time out on the water with us! We hope to see you again soon.
via Viator
Definitely recommend
Dave was a great tour guide very knowledgeable and funny. Definitely a great time and great value
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you for coming out on Gansett and for your kind words regarding the tour and Dave. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your time out on the water with us.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience
Really enjoyed this cruise a lot. I think we got lucky that because it was early morning, it wasn't as busy. Probably not great for Gansett, but was very enjoyable for us. The pricing was fair too and felt like good value. I have to first say that Dave was a fantastic host. He was hilarious, informed, and an easy guy to chat with. He is the star of the ship (with all due respect to Hannah and our captain whose name I didn't catch--they were awesome too). The sites were great and I enjoyed learning all sorts of history. My only wish was that it had been longer. Will have to do the longer one next time. I highly recommend this cruise and I hope if you go, you get the same welcoming crew we did!
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you for coming out on Gansett and for your kind words regarding Dave (and the others!!) we will be sure to pass this information along! We are so glad to hear that you had a good time with us!
via Tripadvisor
Great activity!
So much fun! We had a group of 6 women and loved the mimosa boat ride. Funny and informative host. Lots of cool things to see!
Response from the operator: Hi Katie! Thank you for coming out on Gansett and for your kind words regarding the tour! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us!
via Viator
Beautiful trip!
We really enjoyed the tour and history of the Newport harbor! David and the rest of the crew were great! Loved seeing all the boats and yachts in the harbor too!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Newport.
How much does Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! cost?
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Prices start at $37 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Newport usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Newport is not rushed.
Is Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Newport, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly!?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Newport can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Newport and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Early Bird Mimosa Cruise - Family Friendly! start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Newport within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Newport?
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Newport sells mansion tours along Bellevue Avenue, Cliff Walk history, schooner and sunset sails on Narragansett Bay, and food walks through the colonial waterfront. On Outty we rank every Newport experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (8+), Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours, Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Newport?
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May to October, with sailing at its best in July and August. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Newport?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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