Discover the Newport Cliff Walk at your own pace with this self-guided, GPS-based tour. Uncover the fascinating stories of the Gilded Age millionaires and explore their iconic mansions.
Discover the Newport Cliff Walk at your own pace with this self-guided, GPS-based tour. Uncover the fascinating stories of the Gilded Age millionaires and explore their iconic mansions.
- Easton’s Beach - Begin this picturesque journey at the Cliff Walk entrance by Easton’s Beach. Discover some insights about Easton’s Beach as the adventure begins, followed by a brief look at the Chanler. As the walk progresses, delve into Newport’s history, the impact of the Gilded Age, and the creation of the Cliff Walk. Learn about the prominent…
- Easton’s Beach - Begin this picturesque journey at the Cliff Walk entrance by Easton’s Beach. Discover some insights about Easton’s Beach as the adventure begins, followed by a brief look at the Chanler. As the walk progresses, delve into Newport’s history, the impact of the Gilded Age, and the creation of the Cliff Walk. Learn about the prominent “old-money” families, such as the Vanderbilts and Astors, whose magnificent summer homes line the Cliff Walk.
Note: The tour spans over 4 miles, includes more than 35 audio stories, and takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete.
Enjoy new, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as desired.
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- Forty Steps - The first major stop is the iconic Forty Steps. This serves as an alternative starting point for the tour and offers a wonderful chance to descend these historic steps and admire the wild beauty of the crashing waves. Learn about the Gilded Age elites who attempted to restrict access to the Cliff Walk by constructing a wall, and the lower-class residents who dismantled those walls! Thanks to their efforts, this stunning pathway remains open to the public.
- Ochre Court - Ochre Court will immediately capture attention! This châteauesque mansion cost $4.5 million in 1892, and it certainly shows! Now the centerpiece of Salve Regina University, this mansion isn’t open for tours, but that won’t stop the exploration of its rich and fascinating history!
- McAuley Hall - Next on the Cliff Walk tour is the manorial Vinland Estate. This Viking-inspired mansion is now Salve Regina’s McAuley Hall. As this beautiful red-stone mansion is passed, learn about its inspiration and its unique owner.
- The Breakers - Finally, reach Newport’s highlight: The Breakers. This Vanderbilt mansion is the largest and most impressive of all of Newport’s summer cottages, and it shows. Look past the gate, across the sweeping lawns, and up to the majestic and marvelous mansion’s facade. Dive into the Vanderbilt backstory, the mansion’s architectural wonders, and much more while here. Explore the technological marvels at work beneath the Breakers.
- Rosecliff - Rosecliff is next on the path along the Cliff Walk. This is arguably the most beautiful of the Newport Mansions, featuring a rotating exhibition gallery on its top floor. This mansion is easily recognizable by its pink-and-white awning.
- Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty - As the journey continues, pass the Astors’ summer cottage: Beechwood. Mrs. Astor famously had a “300 List” - the definitive list of the 300 people she considered high society. Where did that number come from? Well, this ballroom actually! It fit 300 guests. Learn more about this list, the Astors, and the Gilded Age while continuing to walk down Newport’s Cliff Walk.
- Marble House - The journey now passes Marble House, one of the most opulent and magnificent of Newport’s Mansions. This Gilded Age marvel is another Vanderbilt home, with one of the most intriguing histories of all the mansions here. Learn all about Marble House’s powerful owner Alva and its beautiful Chinese Tea House.
- Rough Point Museum - As the Cliff Walk continues, catch a glimpse of an English Manorial style home through the trees: that’s Rough Point. As it is passed, learn all about its eccentric (and possibly dangerous) owner: Doris Duke.
- Lands End - Nearing the end of the Cliff Walk, see one final mansion: Land’s End. This was the home of Edith Wharton, the talented author who detested being a Gilded Age elite. Learn all about Wharton and her works as the journey continues.
- Bailey’s Beach - The tour along the beautiful Cliff Walk concludes near another beach: Bailey’s Beach. The northeast end of the beach, where the Cliff Walk ends, is open to the public, but Bailey’s Beach itself is private, welcoming only a very exclusive club, reminiscent of Mrs. Astor’s “400” list. Perhaps the Gilded Age lives on in Newport!

- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Private walking tour…
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transport are separate.
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transport are separate.
Discover the picturesque and historic Cliff Walk in Newport at your leisure with this self-guided, GPS-enabled tour. Simply download a user-friendly app and embark on an audio tour filled with attractions. Uncover the lesser-known tales of the Gilded Age’s renowned families—the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and other affluent figures—and admire their iconic…
Discover the picturesque and historic Cliff Walk in Newport at your leisure with this self-guided, GPS-enabled tour. Simply download a user-friendly app and embark on an audio tour filled with attractions. Uncover the lesser-known tales of the Gilded Age’s renowned families—the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and other affluent figures—and admire their iconic seaside estates.
• Self-guided walking tour of Newport’s Cliff Walk
• Enhance your experience with stories of Newport’s famous millionaire mansions
• Enjoy online support when needed and a straightforward downloadable app
After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.
New, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as desired.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- NOTE: You can park your car at Easton’s beach.
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
- 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.
- Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.