Experience the Grandeur of Chateau-sur-Mer

Explore 11 historic properties and landscapes, seven of which are National Historic Landmarks. See how America's architecture and society evolved from the Colonial era through the Gilded Age. Visit The Breakers, The Elms, Marble House, Rosecliff, Chateau-sur-Mer, Kingscote, and Isaac Bell House,...

• wheelchair accessible

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 own pace. As you drive down Bellevue Avenue, the "most beautiful avenue in the world", see and learn a...

• Newport Visitors Information Center
• International Tennis Hall of Fame
• The Elms
• Bellevue Avenue
• Ochre Court
• Chateau-sur-Mer
• National Museum of American Illustration
• Hammersmith Farm
• Fort Adams State Park

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Travel Tip: We recommend starting this Newport driving tour in the morning if you’d like time to visit the mansions along the route. Mansion hours can be limited and may vary by day or season, especially on Sundays. Mansion admission/tickets are separate from the audio tour, so please check the latest opening hours before your visit., Many museums, including The Elms, The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House, and Chateau-sur-Mer, require a valid ticket or membership to access the properties, including their parking lots. Please purchase tickets in advance., Note: This driving tour begins at the Discover Newport Visitor Center, which is located at 23 America's Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840. (Note that the center has NOT reopened since the pandemic.), Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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 Bellevue House, the chateau-inspired Elms, and the iconic Vanderbilt home, the Breakers, plus natural sig...

• Newport Visitors Information Center
• International Tennis Hall of Fame
• The Elms
• Chepstow
• Ochre Court
• The Breakers
• Chateau-sur-Mer
• National Museum of American Illustration
• Rosecliff
• Marble House
• Belcourt of Newport
• Rough Point Museum
• Gooseberry Beach
• Brenton Point State Park
• Hammersmith Farm
• Fort Adams State Park
• Easton's Beach

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The driving tour begins on America’s Cup Avenue near the Gateway Visitors Center. As you drive south, Cardines Field will be on your left, while the Visitor Center parking lot and bus depot will be on your right. This is only a suggested starting point. We are not affiliated with the Visitor Center or nearby businesses, and their staff cannot assist with the tour. Please note that the Visitor Center has not reopened since the pandemic., Many museums, including The Elms, The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House, and Chateau-sur-Mer, require a valid ticket or membership to access the properties and their parking lots., Parking is available in the lot next to Easton’s Beach., Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability., The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo., For walking portions, we recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing others nearby.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The Gilded Age tour is a private, high-end guided Newport mansion tour focused on their historic estates along Bellevue Avenue and Ocean Drive. On this tour, you will see some of the oldest and most iconic mansions in the country, architectural masterpieces that once hosted America’s wealthiest fami...

• The Breakers
• Marble House
• The Elms
• Rosecliff
• Chateau-sur-Mer
• Kingscote
• Rough Point Museum
• Hunter House

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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...

• Belcourt of Newport
• Chateau-sur-Mer
• Chepstow
• Isaac Bell House
• Kingscote
• Marble House
• Ochre Court
• Rosecliff
• Rough Point Museum
• Salve Regina University
• The Breakers
• The Elms
• Bellevue Avenue
• The Preservation Society of Newport County

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.