
Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Non-refundable booking. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
Not yet rated
No traveler reviews have been published for this experience yet.
Quick answer
Is Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour worth booking?
Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Newport, United States, from $100 per person. It scores 39 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 39 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Your private van tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 387 years of history. You will quickly see why Newport, RI. became the go-to summer destination for the Gilded Age crowd and Mrs. Astor's " 40
What you get
About this experience
Your private van tour will introduce you to Newport, Ri to discover more than 387 years of history. You will quickly see why Newport, RI. became the go-to summer destination for the Gilded Age crowd and Mrs. Astor's " 400." The Tour is Fully narrated along the 15 mile route, passing over 100 local attractions, points of Interest and Historic Sights. Keep in mind this is fully narrated tour, for up to 5 guests, so we explore Newport, RI and all its amazing aspects a relaxed pace, and not packed into a overcrowded tour bus. Keep in mind your tour last roughly 90 minutes and we DO NOT go inside any mansions. We will pass them and give you interesting information from the exterior.
What's included
Included
- Fully Narrated Excursion
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
What you'll see and do
Cardines Field
We will pass by One of the Oldest Amatuer Basefilds in the US.
Pass by without stopping
Touro Synagogue
We will pass by one of the Oldest Synagogue in the United States.
Pass by without stopping
Redwood Library & Athenaeum
We will pass by the Americas First lending Library.
Pass by without stopping
The Old Stone Mill
We will visit the Sometimes know as the Mystery Tower.
Pass by without stopping
Thames Street
We will pass by at the Newports Colonial Main Street.
Pass by without stopping
Brenton Point State Park
This ocean fron park is along the amazing coastal roadway called Ocean Drive.
Pass by without stopping
Marble House
A fine example of French Architecture, built as a summer home for Alva Vanderbilt.
Pass by without stopping
The Breakers
The 70 room summer cottage built for Cornelius Vanderbilt
Pass by without stopping
The Elms
Summer home of Coal Baron Edward Berwind. Also a frequent filming location of the HBO's popular period drama, The Gilded Age.
Pass by without stopping
International Tennis Hall of Fame
The musuem was home to the firdt US Open.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Newport
We meet you on the back side of the Transportation center, next to the entrance of the parking garage.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet you on the back side of the Transportation center, next to the entrance of the parking garage.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tour Newport RI
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos






Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 39
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Newport.
How much does Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour cost?
+
Prices start at $100 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 Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour take?
+
Plan for about 1.5 hours 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 Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 39 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Newport, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour?
+
No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour?
+
Around 0 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?
+
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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour start and how do I get there?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Historic Highlights Featuring Gilded Age Tour.
Pick your date





