Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only)
Overview
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 comfortable trolley at platform #2 of the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center, your driver starts the tour with a brief history of Colonial-era downtown and explains the Gilded Age history and events that occurred over the centuries.
Then you will experience breath-taking views of scenic Ocean Drive prior to seeing the strip of mansions lining Bellevue Ave. Along the route, movie and TV sets will come to life, such as HBOs The Gilded Ages., Hocus Pocus 2, The Great Gatsby, andf more.
Today's happenings are also thoroughly covered such as the best dining spots, boat tours, and other fun activities. Your tour guide will detail the best way to navigate this bustling city as well as explain the Cliff Walk attractions.
This tour is approximately 70-90 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
What's Included
- For Ages 8+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late model trolley with leather captain's chairs
- See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
- Our breathtaking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport
- Driver tips NOT included , but greatly appreciated.
Meeting Location
23 America's Cup Avenue
Newport, RI 02840, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Newport Travel Trolley Tours
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fort Adams State Park (pass by)
Brenton Point State Park (pass by)
Ocean Drive (pass by)
Cliff Walk (pass by)
Marble House (pass by)
Rosecliff (pass by)
The Breakers
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Elms (pass by)
International Tennis Hall of Fame (pass by)
Bowen's Wharf (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- The trolley is not handicapped accessible. Driver may assign seating based on customer's physical needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- *MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 8 YEARS OLD AND UP*
- Departure point is the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2 Parking is available on site for a fee.
- This tour departs promptly at the scheduled time.
- The duration of this tour is 70-90 minutes, depending on traffic conditions
- This enclosed trolley tour operates rain or shine except during and after winter weather events which involve snow or ice
- Our drivers have updated manifests on their devices. Cancelled tickets are not accepted for admission
- Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult
- These tours are NOT handicapped accessible. Folding walkers and wheelchairs are limited to 30 lbs. We cannot accommodate battery powered scooters and chairs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-40169P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- For Ages 8+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late model trolley with leather captain's chairs.
- See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row.
- Our breathtaking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport.
- Driver tips NOT included , but greatly appreciated.
The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- The trolley is not handicapped accessible. Driver may assign seating based on customer's physical needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Newport RI Mansions Scenic Trolley Tour (Ages 8+ only) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- For Ages 8+ only, board our luxurious, comfortable late model trolley with leather captain's chairs
- See over 150+ points of interest such as Colonial Downtown, Scenic Ocean Drive, and Mansion Row
- Our breathtaking, narrated scenic overview trolley tour of Newport
- Driver tips NOT included , but greatly appreciated.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- The trolley is not handicapped accessible. Driver may assign seating based on customer's physical needs
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- *MINIMUM AGE TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR IS 8 YEARS OLD AND UP*
- Departure point is the Hamilton Aquarium Transit Center, 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport RI, platform #2 Parking is available on site for a fee.
- This tour departs promptly at the scheduled time.
- The duration of this tour is 70-90 minutes, depending on traffic conditions
- This enclosed trolley tour operates rain or shine except during and after winter weather events which involve snow or ice
- Our drivers have updated manifests on their devices. Cancelled tickets are not accepted for admission
- Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult
- These tours are NOT handicapped accessible. Folding walkers and wheelchairs are limited to 30 lbs. We cannot accommodate battery powered scooters and chairs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
