Newport, Rhode Island Newport Gilded Age Excursion

Newport Gilded Age

DETAILS

3^1/2
hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at some of the Newport mansions featured in the HBO series “The Gilded Age” and come away with an insider’s understanding of this extraordinary time period. The guide will describe many of the fabulously wealthy people who lived in Newport in the late 1800s as you walk through their opulent “cottages.” While visiting The Elms – the summer residence of coal baron Edward Julius Berwind – you will notice that it was modeled after an 18th-century French château and decorated accordingly. Now a National Historic Landmark, it was constructed with non-combustible materials and featured the very latest technology. You will also browse The Breakers, the Vanderbilt family’s 70-room Italian Renaissance-style palazzo. It too is a National Historic Landmark. As money was no object in its construction, Thomas Edison was hired to build its power station. The home also has more than 300 windows, many with commanding ocean views.

HELPFUL HINTS

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

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking mainly at the guest's discretion. Tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Tour sensitive to weather conditions (Rain, wind, and sun). Tour sequence may vary due traffic conditions. Venues and menus may vary due to operational issues (availability upon arrival, seasonal produce, etc.). Kindly note, that some venues on the tour may not be private, and other groups could be present during our visit. To listen to the self-guided tour, passengers must bring their own smart device with earbuds/headsets and download the tour from the Newport Mansions app. It is highly recommended to download the app and open the app to download the tour before you arrive. If you do not have headphones, you may read the tour transcript in the app or pick up a printed script at the mansion.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Easy
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Moderate
3

Challenging

Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

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Newport Gilded Age