Newport, Rhode Island Newport Cliff Walk & Breakers Excursion

Newport Cliff Walk & Breakers

DETAILS

3
hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Enjoy the natural riches of Newport by following a portion of the popular Cliff Walk trail that leads to The Breakers, one of the city’s most opulent mansions. Designated a National Recreation Trail for its stunning beauty, the cliff walk will present a continuous, up close and spectacular view of the waves crashing against Newport’s rocky shoreline. Along the way, the guide will share stories of the Gilded Age and the fabulously wealthy that summered here, such as Cornelius Vanderbilt II. He commissioned a “cottage” to be built on 13 acres overlooking the sea and by 1895 his 70-room Italian Renaissance-style palazzo was finished. To enhance your understanding of its detail and cutting-edge technology at the time, you will take a self-guided audio tour of the mansion at your own pace.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stroll Newport’s famed Cliff Walk trail.
• Take in the stunning natural beauty.
• Tour the Vanderbilt’s seaside mansion.
• Hear stories of the Gilded Age residents who summered here.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: Anticipate waiting approximately 30 minutes before touring The Breakers. It includes about 2 ½ hours of walking at times on uneven ground. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and not considered suitable for those with mobility concerns. The order of the sites viewed may vary. Flash photography, selfie sticks, & tripods prohibited inside the mansion. Newport Mansion tours are self-guided, audio tours using the Newport Mansions App and are available in several languages. Guests must bring their own smart device with earbuds and download the Newport Mansions App. Guests are encouraged to download the App prior to arrival at the mansions. Cancellations made within 3 days or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

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Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.

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Newport Cliff Walk & Breakers