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Once the summer playground of America's wealthiest families, Newport remains a popular vacation destination at any time of year. The famous mansions, each more opulent than the last, offer detailed tours and give a fascinating glimpse into Gilded Age extravagance. While the town rightly emphasizes its history with a variety of museums and tours, Newport also has a vibrant, contemporary side, made manifest in quirky shops and great restaurants.
 
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Francis Malbone House
Wyndham Inn on Long Wharf
Architects Inn - George Champlin Mason House
Mill Street Inn
Wyndham Inn on the Harbor


General Travel Info and Advice
Insider tipsInsider tips
Before you go, visit the website of the Preservation Society of Newport County (http://www.newportmansions.org/). The Society, which maintains 11 properties in Newport, offers a variety of tours. You can purchase tickets online, including package deals for admission to several mansions.

Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten path, but all are worth a visit.
The famous mansionsThe famous mansions
The Breakers: The most impressive of the Newport mansions, this 13-acre estate received its name from the cherished view of waves crashing against rocks. The Italian Renaissance summer "cottage," whose construction included transporting European artisans to apply gold leaf and other artistic touches, was owned by one of America's most prosperous families, the Vanderbilts.
Address: 44 Ochre Point Ave., Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401-847-1000
Admission fee
Rosecliff: Visitors are awestruck by this grand mansion, modeled after a French palace and used in the films "High Society" and "The Great Gatsby."
Address: 584 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401-847-1000
Admission fee
Scenic walkScenic walk
Cliff Walk: A scenic walkway that borders the back lawn of The Breakers and many other Newport mansions.
Address: 117 Memorial Blvd., Newport, Rhode Island
Free
Tennis, anyone?Tennis, anyone?
International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum: This museum, dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, is housed in the old Newport Casino and includes interactive exhibits.
Address: 194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401-849-3990
Admission fee
MuseumsMuseums
Museum of Newport History: A good starting point for visitors, this museum uses graphics, historic photographs and audiovisual programs to tell the story of Newport.
Address: 127 Thames Street, Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401 841 8770
Admission fee
Museum of Yachting: Boating enthusiasts will be impressed by the museum's collection of yachts, plus exhibits and artifacts that interpret the history of the sport.
Address: Harrison Ave., Fort Adams State Park, Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401-847-1018
Admission fee
RestaurantsRestaurants
Restaurant Bouchard: Dine on classic French dishes like Coquille St. Jacques and veal Oscar in a charming and intimate atmosphere. The food, service and ambience are top notch and perfect for a special evening on the town.
Address: 505 Thames St, Newport, Rhode Island
Phone: 401 846-0123
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Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travelers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
Luxury hotelsLuxury hotels
Francis Malbone House
Popularity index: #6 in Newport
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Wyndham Inn on Long Wharf
Popularity index: #18 in Newport
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Moderate hotelsModerate hotels
Architects Inn - George Champlin Mason House
Popularity index: #12 in Newport
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Mill Street Inn
Popularity index: #6 in Newport
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Wyndham Inn on the Harbor
Popularity index: #14 in Newport
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Recommended Reading
"Newport - A Respite from Reality"  TheCelebrityCafe.com
Visiting Newport's staggeringly opulent mansions and unique history museums will transport you back to an era of gilded-age excess.
"Newport, Rhode Island - A Romantic Voyage Back In Time"  Lovetripper
Touring scenic Ocean Drive or taking a leisurely stroll past Bellevue Avenue's grand "cottages," visitors to Newport are engulfed by the city's history.
"Newport, Rhode Island"  CruiseDiva.com
Rhode Island's historic and vibrant community is a delightful blend of the old and new.
"Old Meets New in Newport"  Gallagher's Travels
Opulent mansions and stunning seaside views combine with charming colonial streets to create the allure of Newport.
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