Uncover Newport's Gilded Glory: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Audio tour
Audio tour in English
Route length: 5.1km
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Duration 1h 30m
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  • We will send the tour within 48 hours or refund your money
  • Discover Gilded Age glamour with an In-App Audio Tour
  • See the vast Breakers mansion and its illustrious history
  • Admire Rosecliff's grandeur and picture the opulent balls
  • Explore Vanderbilt pathways and their relative's legacies
  • Feel Edith Wharton's world at lovely Land's End
Immerse yourself in the opulent world of America's high society during the Gilded Age with this in-app audio tour. Perfect for history enthusiasts and lovers of architecture, this tour showcases Newport's most extravagant landmarks. Your journey begins at the historic Forty Steps with the crashing ocean waves setting the stage for tales of past grandeur. As you follow the path, you will encounter the Breakers, Rosecliff, and more—each mansion a testament to the wealth and aspirations of their former owners. The route leads you along the beautiful Newport Cliff Walk, with the sea constantly whispering at your side, from the splendor of the Forty Steps to the serene conclusion at Bailey's Beach. Notable sights include the palatial Vanderbilt homes and poet Edith Wharton's summer retreat. Prepare for a visual feast as you traverse this celebrated coastline, once the playground for magnates and socialites. You'll get to peek into the luxurious summer lives of the elite, and as you pass by the grand estates, contemplate the legends crafted within their storied walls. Ending at Bailey's Beach, you will have connected with a pivotal time in American history, having traced the footsteps of tycoons and feeling the lingering opulence in the coastal air.

What's included

  • Downloadable self-guided audio tour via the WeGoTrip app
  • Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
  • Earphones are not included — please bring your own
  • Tickets to the attractions along the way are not included

Places you will visit

The route of the tour goes within circle
40 Steps - Introduction
Trolley Stop Back to Starting Point
Download the app and the digital audio tour on your smartphone before the visit. You will find recommendations on how to get to the staring point in the first step of the tour. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email us at support@wegotrip.com.
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