Looking for the perfect experience gift in Newport, Rhode Island? Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just-because moment, nothing beats giving someone a real experience. We've curated the best local activities and adventures in Newport — from adrenaline-pumping track days to relaxing food tours and everything in between. Every experience listed here can be booked directly through the original operator, so you're always getting the real deal.
Things to Do in Newport
- 90 Minute Luxury Van Scenic Tour of Newport Mansions - Enjoy Newport’s best narrated scenic tour in luxury and comfort! Our tour departs from the Newport Transit Center at Platform C 23 America’s Cup Ave. Newport Rhode Island. The guide starts the tour by (from $0.00)
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Providence Airport (PVD) - Book your Private Transfer from Private Transfer from Newport Cruise Port to Providence Rhode Island T. F. Green Int Airport (PVD). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared (from $0.00)
- Explore Newport Cliff Walk Self Guided Walking Tour - Step into a world of sweeping ocean views, architectural ambition, and high-society drama on this immersive self-guided audio tour along Newport’s legendary Cliff Walk. You’ll uncover the stories of a (from $0.00)
- Newport Colonial History: A Self-Guided Tour Off the Beaten Path - Explore Newport, Rhode Island - a colonial powerhouse built on maritime trade and religious freedom on this 60-minute Self-Guided walking tour. Trace how the harbor town once rivaled Boston and New Yo (from $0.00)
- Newport's Opulent Gilded Age Homes: A Self-Guided Audio Tour - Hear the true stories that inspired the HBO show The Gilded Age on a self-guided walking tour down Bellevue Avenue, from Rough Point Mansion to The Breakers on Ochre Point Avenue. Along the way, I’ll (from $0.00)
- Gem Open Air EV Rental in Newport - Cruise through Newport's scenic streets in style aboard the Newport GEM. Enjoy the open-air experience with the panoramic sunroof, while the Bluetooth radio provides your favorite tunes. Sink into the (from $0.00)
- Coastal Cruisers Golden Hour Experience in Newport - Discover Newport's enchanting beauty during twilight with the Golden Hour Experience, a luxurious private outing designed for couples and small groups. Guests are treated to a curated charcuterie boar (from $0.00)
- Historic Scenic Tour Through Newport - Enjoy a historic scenic tour on a spacious shuttle bus boasting views of this iconic ocean city and her charming neighborhoods. Throughout this tour not only will you learn the history of Newport, but (from $0.00)
- Coastal Cruisers, Signature Newport Experience - Discover the essence of Newport on the Signature Private Newport Tour, a curated journey through the city's iconic landmarks and stunning coastal scenery. This refined tour offers a seamless experienc (from $0.00)
- Private Fishing Charters in Newport, RI - Set sail on a private fishing charter in Newport, RI, where a third-generation captain guides you through prime fishing waters. Experience the thrill of reeling in striped bass, bluefish, fluke, or Bl (from $0.00)
- Private Transfer from Newport Port to Providence city Hotels - Book your Private Transfer from Private Transfer from Newport Cruise Port to Providence city hotels. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our p (from $0.00)
- Newport Cliff Walk Guided Tour - Explore the stunning Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile scenic path that showcases some of Newport's most magnificent mansions and breathtaking views. This two-hour guided tour includes fascinating insights into (from $0.00)
- Newport Cliff Walk - Legends of the Gilded Age GPS Guided Audio Tour - This tour hits the highlights of Newport's Cliff Walk, including detailed stories of the Gilded Age and the families that inhabited the mansions found along the Cliff Walk. You can take this tour anyt (from $0.00)
- Nutty Newport Scavenger Hunt - Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your p (from $0.00)
- Art Historian’s Gilded Age Newport: A Self-Guided Driving Tour - Are you looking for a discrete way to see Newport’s local secrets? Explore at your own pace with this affordable driving tour. • Hear the rowdy Newport history of America’s famous and infamous on a m (from $0.00)
- Newport Ghosts: Seaside Hauntings and Hags Tour - Embark on an unforgettable journey through Newport's eerie streets with our captivating ghost tour, where history and hauntings intertwine! Guided by an experienced local expert and natural storytell (from $0.00)
- Ultimate Newport Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: Walk & Drive - Visit historic, coastal Newport at your own pace during this attraction-packed, self-guided tour. Follow a carefully chosen itinerary and live GPS map, with stops at celebrated mansions like the Belle (from $0.00)
- Newport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour - Explore scenic, Newport’s historic Cliff Walk at your own pace using this self-guided, GPS-based tour. Download an easy-to-use app and set off on an attraction-packed audio tour. Learn the little-know (from $0.00)
- Scenic Newport, RI Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour - Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore Newport, RI with a scenic self-guided driving tour! See everything this seaside town has to offer at your ow (from $0.00)
- Olde Town Ghost Walk - The Olde Town Ghost Walk is Newport, Rhode Island's original and most popular paranormal walking tour. Accept no imitations or copycat local ghost tours. Join Newport, Rhode Island's #1 walking tour! (from $0.00)
- Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour - Walk the historic cobblestone streets of Newport's historic downtown, past quaint shops, wharfs, restaurants, and historic landmarks and discover their revolutionary history. Why choose us? Tour at y (from $0.00)
- Guided Tour of Newport in Open Air LSV - Experience Newport in style and comfort with our one-of-a-kind LSV tour. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of exploring the city in a luxurious open-air electric vehicle while learning about its rich (from $0.00)
- Scenic Bay Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport - Come aboard spacious tour boat Coastal Queen at Bowen's Wharf, Newport, and see magnificent Newport Harbor and the Narragansett Bay area sites. This narrated, 75-minute Scenic Bay Cruise tour is a gre (from $0.00)
- Lighthouse and Mimosa Cruise of Narragansett Bay from Newport - On this narrated tour, our guides will tell you about the lighthouses of Goat Island, Rose Island, Castle Hill, Lime Rock and the neighboring sites—including the harbor mansions, churches, historic Fo (from $0.00)
- Newport Scenic Sunset Cruise on Classic Boat Rum Runner II - Enjoy a scenic sunset cruise aboard a classic yacht, Rum Runner II. See views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay from the water. Relax on a comfortable, classic boat and enjoy an evening on the wa (from $0.00)
- Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II - Step aboard a classic boat and get a great overview of Newport’s historic waterfront, Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. This tour is fully narrated and includes passing by all the iconic sites Newp (from $0.00)
- Private Newport, Rhode Island City Tour - Who better to tell the story of Newport's history and social and cultural scene than someone who has, and continues to be living the 'Newport life'? What sets our Tours apart is that we provide a 'Na (from $0.00)
- Newport Open Air Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only) - Experience Newport's only open air trolley tour with breath-taking views of Ocean Drive and the Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Ave and the Cliff Walk. This narrated tour covers 150 points of int (from $0.00)
- Newport Sunset Sail on Classic Sailboat - Sunset sailing is one of the best evening activities to do during your stay in Newport, RI. Enjoy a relaxing sail around Narragansett Bay on a classic sailboat and see all of Newport's iconic sights f (from $0.00)
- Colonial Newport Walking Tour - Our "Discover Colonial Newport" tour offers a unique and immersive journey into Newport's vibrant colonial history. Walk the old streets as our expert guides bring to life the tales of bold entreprene (from $0.00)
- Morning Mimosa Sightseeing Sail on Schooner Madeleine in Newport - Start your day with a morning sightseeing sail around Newport on a classic sailboat. Sailing aboard Schooner Madeleine is a great experience for friends and family to see all the iconic waterfront sig (from $0.00)
- Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only) - For ages 8+ only, this approx 90-min tour is an overview of scenic Newport. Please arrive 10 minutes before tour start time for boarding. Tours leave on time . After boarding our luxurious and com (from $0.00)
- Newport Trolley Tour - Viking Scenic Overview - On this 1.5-hour tour, take in the beauty of Newport from a trolley. Listen to the history of the buildings and restored homes on Ten-Mile Ocean Drive, along with the mansions on Bellevue Avenue. Enjo (from $0.00)
- Newport Walking Food And History Tour - Enjoy delightful food from five restaurants while strolling the historic streets of Newport, Rhode Island! Our tour begins in front of the Wave sculpture on the corner of America's Cup Ave. and Memori (from $0.00)
- Newport Afternoon Sightseeing Sail on Classic Sailboat - Sail on a classic sailboat in Newport, RI, and enjoy a sightseeing sailing experience around Narragansett Bay. Pass by many iconic sights during the sail, including Newport's historic lighthouses and (from $0.00)
- Sunset Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI - Relax and enjoy the coveted Newport sunset on this 1 hour narrated harbor cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. Cruise with quality during your scenic tour of Newport and Jamestown on our top (from $0.00)
- Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours - Since 1962 Viking Tours has shown visitors the Newport that we know and love! Explore the history of Newport on this 3-hour trolley tour. Pass the grand mansions on the scenic Ten-Mile Ocean Drive a (from $0.00)
- Newport Sunset Sail on Schooner Adirondack - Join us aboard a classic sailboat for a 1.5-hour sunset sail in Newport! Sunset sailing is one of the best evening activities to do during your stay in Newport, RI. Enjoy a relaxing sail around Narrag (from $0.00)
- Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Admission - ******FOR AGES 8+ ONLY****** This approx 3-hour tour is our scenic overview trolley tour PLUS a 90-minute visit inside the Vanderbilt Breaker's Mansion. After boarding our luxurious and comfortable (from $0.00)
- Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI - This 75-minute narrated harbor cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay will have you cruising in comfort as you enjoy a scenic tour of Newport and Jamestown. Afternoon cruisers offer a complimen (from $0.00)
- Newport Sightseeing Day Sailing Experience on Schooner Adirondack - See Newport, Rhode Island from the water on an exciting sunset sail around Newport Harbor on Schooner Adirondack. You'll pass by many iconic sights, bridges, lighthouses and more during this 1.5-hour (from $0.00)
- Newport Neighborhood Food Tour - Discover Newport’s culinary side and let your local guide lead you on this three-hour walking tour through historic neighborhood streets. Explore the evolving diverse culinary landscape of Rhode Islan (from $0.00)
- Newport Open Air Trolley Tour W/Breakers Admission (Ages 8+Only) - For ages 8+ only, experience Newport's only open air trolley tour with breath-taking views of Ocean Drive and the Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Ave and the Cliff Walk. You will also visit the ins (from $0.00)
- Walking Ghost Tour Through Newport RI - Walk Through History Wicked Awesome Tours of Newport is a tour company in Newport, Rhode Island. We educate visitors on the history of Newport; our city by the sea. Guests will view buildings from the (from $0.00)
- Golden Age to Gilded Age Newport's Transformation Walking Tour - Embark on an enchanting journey through Newport's fascinating transformation from its colonial Golden Age to its opulent Gilded Age summer colony with our "Golden to Gilded Walking Tour." Discover how (from $0.00)
- Golden Hour Cruise - During the picture-perfect hour before sunset, you will enjoy a lightly guided tour of the Newport waterfront. Raise a glass to the end of the day with our cash bar and complimentary champagne toast. (from $0.00)
- Morning Mimosa Cruise with Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI - 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 beautif (from $0.00)
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- Twilight Cruise: After The Sun Goes Down - As the sun dips below the horizon, the city lights of Newport’s Waterfront begin to twinkle, reflecting off the water’s surface alongside a twilight glow. This nighttime cruise offers a unique perspec (from $0.00)
- Private Downtown Newport Walking Tour - This walk will acquaint you with the layout of Newport while telling the story of how it became what it is now. As a private tour, you can customize what you would like to see or not see, but generall (from $0.00)