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Ranked #1 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Awesome“ 21/05/2013
- ”Beautiful“ 21/05/2013
Category: Museums
The most impressive of the Newport mansions, this 13-acre estate received its name from the cherished view of waves crashing against rocks. The Italian Renaissance summer... more »
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Ranked #2 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Cliff Walk is Still Damaged“ 23/05/2013
- ”lovely views“ 22/05/2013
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Hiking Trails; Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
A scenic 3.5 mile walkway that borders the back lawn of The Breakers and many other Newport mansions.
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Ranked #3 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Make sure to take the extra "servants...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Huge gardens and statues“ 17/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Gardens
French-style mansion built for coal magnate Edward Berwind.
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Ranked #4 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Wonderful street with many wonderful m...“ 18/05/2013
- ”Nice vews of the mansions“ 17/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Scenic Drives
Part of the 10-mile Ocean Drive and home to many well-known mansions.
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Ranked #5 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Beautiful mansion, open for self guide...“ 18/05/2013
- ”Fascinating house“ 17/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
This Newport mansion is famous for its ample use of marble in the interior.
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Ranked #6 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”America's oldest synagogue“ 23/05/2013
- ”Excellent“ 20/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Dedicated in 1762, this is the oldest synagogue in the United States.
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Ranked #7 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Interesting gardens and ballroom“ 17/05/2013
- ”One of the less amazing mansion“ 13/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Gardens
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Visitors are awestruck by this grand mansion, modeled after a French palace and used in the films "High Society" and "The...
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Visitors are awestruck by this grand mansion, modeled after a French palace and used in the films "High Society" and "The Great Gatsby."
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Ranked #8 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Inspirational“ 19/05/2013
- ”Call ahead for an appointment or you'r...“ 11/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
A Newport church where George Washington once attended.
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Ranked #9 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”This house has quite some history“ 17/05/2013
- ”One of the smaller mansions with guide...“ 13/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
Newport mansion built in 1852.
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Ranked #10 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Actual tour guide in a more intimate h...“ 16/05/2013
- ”Wonderful House Tour“ 08/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Built as a Gothic Revival vacation home for a Georgia planter, the home is a National Historic Landmark. The home includes...
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Built as a Gothic Revival vacation home for a Georgia planter, the home is a National Historic Landmark. The home includes glass bricks designed by the famous stained-glass artist, Tiffany.
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Ranked #11 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Great Tour and Boat“ 03/05/2013
- ”Never even got on the boat- wasted tri...“ 09/03/2013
Category: Tours
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Gansett Cruises - Harbor Tours, Sunset Cruises and Private Charters from Newport Harbor, Rhode IslandCruise in Comfort Aboard...
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Gansett Cruises - Harbor Tours, Sunset Cruises and Private Charters from Newport Harbor, Rhode IslandCruise in Comfort Aboard M/V Gansett. Enjoy a 90 minute narrated harbor tour with a complimentary Rhode Island Specialty!Gansett Cruises breaks away from the typical rushed harbor tour to offer a quiet relaxing and delightful cruise of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay's East Passage in our comfortably cushioned and sun-shaded deck, or our top 'sunny side' deck. Our guides, many of whom grew up on these waters, are enthused to share the legends and rich history of their homeport.
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Ranked #12 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Worth every moment“ 08/05/2013
- ”A different experience“ 10/06/2012
Category: Historic Sites
Home of Issac Bell on Newport's Bellevue Avenue is one of the best examples of shingle-style architecture in America.
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Ranked #13 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”A Stop Along The Road to Camelot“ 08/05/2013
- ”A pew fee?“ 28/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites
Well-known church in Newport where John F. and Jacqueline Kennedy were married in 1953.
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Ranked #14 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Study by the Sea“ 10/01/2013
- ”Beautiful“ 31/08/2012
Category: Educational Sites
Salve Regina University is a private institution founded by the Catholic Sisters of Mercy in 1947 and has an enrollment of about 2,500 students today. Now well-known for the... more »
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Ranked #15 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”The oldest circulating library in the...“ 17/10/2012
- ”Great History“ 30/09/2012
Category: Libraries; Art Galleries; Gardens; Historic Sites
Dating back to 1750, this is the oldest subscription library in the United States.
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Ranked #16 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Very enjoyable, great value.“ 11/09/2012
- ”Informative“ 19/08/2011
Category: Tours
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Ranked #17 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Mansion tours“ 03/10/2012
Category: Historic Sites
Society dedicated to the preservation of 9 of Newport's mansions.
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Ranked #18 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”Great example of a Georgian House“ 10/06/2012
- ”Extraordinary step back in history“ 05/07/2008
Category: Historic Sites; Gardens
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Ranked #19 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”A secret gem“ 09/05/2012
Category: Historic Sites; Museums
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The Whitehorne House features some of the best examples of Newport and Rhode Island furniture from the late 18th century....
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The Whitehorne House features some of the best examples of Newport and Rhode Island furniture from the late 18th century. View examples of work by craftsmen from the renowned Townsend and Goddard workshops, including John Townsend’s own desk.. Known as cabinetmakers, these craftsmen created some of the most highly regarded examples of American furniture. Enjoy this remarkable collection in a completely furnished Federal-style mansion along Newport’s waterfront.
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Ranked #20 of 23 Cultural in Newport
- ”The rudest group of people EVER!“ 27/04/2013
- ”Best Halloween Party Ever!!!!!“ 28/01/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Castles
BELCOURT CASTLE is the former summer cottage of Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont, son of the famous August Belmont, the King of Fifth Avenue. Oliver commissioned the chateau-style... more »
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Category: Government Buildings; Historic Sites
Located in Newport on Washington Square it was once the center of government.
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