Overview
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 city where old money met new ambition—and where elegance masked scandal, rebellion, and reinvention.
Journey through the heart of America’s Gilded Age. Discover how self-made tycoons and society queens used architecture to vie for dominance, and how the lives of servants, socialites, and outsiders influenced the creation of these incredible estates. This tour peels back the curtain on a world that is dazzling and deeply human, from behind-the-scenes secrets to forgotten voices.
Move at your own pace as you take in breathtaking views while listening to richly narrated stories grounded in historical research and local insight. See Newport as you’ve never seen it before, whether you're a history lover, an architecture fan, or a curious wanderer.
What's Included
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
- App and Tour Download
- Audio Guide
- Smartphone (bring your own)
Meeting Location
Cliff Walk
Newport, RI 02840, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
424 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840, USA
The Preservation Society can be found at the junction of Bellevue Avenue and Narragansett Avenue. This is half a mile from the start point at Forty Steps.
What To Expect
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Belcourt of Newport (pass by)
Chateau-sur-Mer (pass by)
Chepstow (pass by)
Chinese Tea House at Marble House (pass by)
Isaac Bell House (pass by)
Kingscote (pass by)
Marble House (pass by)
Ochre Court
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rosecliff (pass by)
Rough Point Museum (pass by)
Salve Regina University
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Breakers (pass by)
The Elms (pass by)
Sheep Point
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bailey’s Beach (pass by)
Miramar (pass by)
Bellevue Avenue
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Preservation Society of Newport County (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Works entirely offline once downloaded—no cell service required
- GPS-triggered audio plays automatically based on your location
- Flexible — Buy once, use any day/time—access never expires
- Get the Drives & Detours app download the tour ahead of time
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-403897P17
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