Best Landmarks in Newport"

"Best Landmarks in Newport"

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Rose Island Lighthouse "Historic Lighthouse"

The Rose Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse built in 1869, and is an independent building that operated for over 100 years as a watchtower for the boats and ships sailing past the coast. Restored to its 1912 authentic decor complete with furnishings, furniture and accessories, it is now a local museum that offers a glimpse into the maritime history as well as by b52_Tresa local culture of the colonial town of Newport. Tours of the lighthouse are available with an admission fee of USD5 for adults and USD4 for kids. The lighthouse is available for visit from July 1st - Labor Day from 10am to 4pm. Visitors also have a unique opportunity to stay overnight or for a week in the lighthouse to experience living history. Group tours are also available on request. For additional details or to book a room, visit the website. The Rose Island Lighthouse is only accessible via ferry which includes Starfish boat from Alofsin Pier in Fort Adams State Park from June to October and from Admirals Dock in Fort Adams State Park from November to May on prior arrangement when visiting on overnight or weekly stays. Daily visitors can use the Jamestown Ferry service in July and August.

+1 401 847 4242 www.roseislandlighthouse.org/ 90 Fort Adams Drive, Fort Adams State Park, Newport RI

Newport Yachting Center "Yacht Your Way Here"

The Newport Yachting Center is located in one of the most beautiful and scenic waterfront sites in this part of America. Known for hosting a plethora of events and festivals like International Oktoberfest, Newport International Boat Show, Newport Waterfront Reggae Festival and many more such events, the center attracts thousands of people every year. The by Artur Staszewski center also holds private events with a maximum capacity to host 20,000 people at one time. Set against the scenic backdrop of the widespread ocean, the Newport Yachting Center is a must visit attraction in Newport.

+1 401 846 2610 www.newportyachtingcenter.com/ 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport RI

Bowen's Wharf "Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting"

Be it the warm summer months or the chilling winter months, no other location in Newport is as abuzz with activities as Bowen's Wharf. A historic wharf that has served as a major seaport in New England for centuries, the area exudes an old-world charm accentuated by structures dating back to the 18th Century. A walk through the narrow by-lanes takes you by Doug Kerr past a plethora of shops, restaurants, cafes and bars that are crowded with people during peak hours. Make sure you sit at one of the outdoor cafes and indulge in tasty seafood as you witness the hustle and bustle of the crowd at the wharf. Apart from these, Bowen's Wharf is also famous for various festivals and activities like Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival, Newport Winter Festival and Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting.

+1 401 849 2243 www.bowenswharf.com/ [email protected] America's Cup Avenue, Newport RI

Bannister's Wharf "Waterfront Shopping and Dining"

What used to be the center of Newport's commercial seaport in the colonial days is now the hub of Newport's harborside shopping and dining, where you can find eclectic boutiques, sophisticated and casual restaurants side by side and cozy waterfront rooms. It is hard to describe the variety of clothiers, jewelers, specialty shops, galleries and restaurants by Giorgio Galeotti here, so head on over to Bannister's Wharf to experience Newport's niceties.

+1 401 845 9123 www.bannisterswharf.net/ [email protected] 1 Bannisters Wharf, Newport m RI

The Elms "Historic Mansion"

The Elms was built in 1901 as the "summer cottage" of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Julius Berwind and eventually became known as another summer residence for the burgeoning population of the nouveaux riches at the turn of 20th Century. Modeled after the mid 18th-century château d'Asnieres outside Paris, The Elms showcases the Berwind's collections of by Minarae art and ceramics. Now a historic landmark, you can learn its history and appreciate turn-of-the century gracious living on an informative audio tour, or a more behind the scenes Servant Life tour.

+1 401 847 1000 tickets.newportmansions.org/mansi 367 Bellevue Avenue, Newport RI on.aspx?id=1002

Marble House "Newport Historic Mansion"

You cannot find a better example of The Gilded Age than the Marble House on Bellevue Avenue in Newport. It was built as a summer cottage between 1888 and 1892 for Mr. and Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt. This stone palace set the tone for social and architectural change in the former wooden house summer colony of Newport. Designed by architect Richard by Matt Howry Morris Hunt, Marble House was an inspiration from the Trianon at Versailles. The cost of the house at that time was said to be $11 million.

+1 401 847 1000 [email protected] 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport RI

Ocean Drive

"Picturesque Coastal Road"

Ocean Drive is a scenic driveway situated along the Atlantic Ocean, in the southernmost part of the city. This undulating coastal road stretches through 10 miles (16.09 kilometers) along rocky shores, lush green patches and one of Newport's most exclusive residential areas. The path by The original uploader was is characterized by gentle slopes over sand dunes and swiftly blowing Thomsonsr at English breezes. The who's who of the city reside here in magnificent manor Wikipedia. houses that are as breathtaking to view as the natural scenery itself. These mansions are occupied by millionaires and exhibit historic architectural styles of the 19th Century. The surrounding area, known as Ocean Drive Historic District, is registered as a National Historic Landmark District.

+1 401 845 5300 (Tourist Information) www.oceandrivenewport.com/ Ocean Drive, Newport RI Chepstow "Italianate Villa Mansion"

Chepstow is a black-shuttered Newport mansion designed after an Italian villa. You will find the 19th-century collections of art, paintings, furnishings and documents of the Newport Morris family indicative of Newport mansion owners and the wealth of the times. A spiral self-supported staircase, tiled floors and white stucco brings you back to days of leisure by Kenneth C. Zirkel living in informal elegance of a Newport cottage. The Newport Preservation Society conducts tours of Chepstow with advance reservations.

+1 401 847 1000 x165 tickets.newportmansions. [email protected] 120 Narragansett Avenue, org/mansion.aspx?id=1006 g Newport RI

Chateau-sur-Mer "High Victorian Design Villa"

The Chateau-sur-Mer is the first "palace" of Newport mansions. The lavish affairs held on the grounds marked the beginning of Newport high society until the appearance of the Vanderbilt family in the 1890s. High Victorian design in furnishings, paintings, wallpaper and decorations in this villa set the backdrop for former balls, picnics, teas and major Newport society by exfordy events. In the 1870s the famed architect Richard Morris Hunt remodeled the home in the Second French Empire Style.

+1 401 847 1000 tickets.newportmansions.org/mansi 474 Bellevue Avenue, Newport RI on.aspx?id=1005

Rosecliff "Filming, and Newport's Largest Ballroom"

Rosecliff mansion overlooks Cliff Walk and the Atlantic Ocean. The mansion was commissioned in 1889 by a Nevada silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs and was designed by the architectural firm of McKim, Mead and White in the fashion of the Grand Trianon at Versailles. You will find Newport's largest ballroom at Rosecliff, which became a place of lavish by Narith5 Newport parties. It is the location for motion picture filming including the 1994 True Lies and The Great Gatsby.

+1 401 847 1000 www.newportmansions.or [email protected] 548 Bellevue Avenue, g/ g Newport RI

The Breakers "Historical Mansion"

Formerly the home of one of America's wealthiest families, The Breakers is an architectural masterpiece and a canopy of long-standing history. Bathed in semblances of Beaux-Arts and Renaissance style, the mansion comprises a string of opulent rooms, a library, and an attic, among other things. An integral part of the Bellevue Avenue Historic District, The by Lennart Tange Breakers rests behind mighty wrought iron gates and is led by a tracery of pathways which slice through rolling, verdant lawns. These pathways, which slither along delightful gardens, are laden with a string of vibrant foliage including red maples, cedar, juniper, Japanese yews, and entrancing weeping beeches. The interiors of this mansion are adorned with effervescent chandeliers, intricately-designed capitals and myriad rooms which define sheer magnificence. Set amid a breathtaking setting of stark cliffs and clear blue waters of the sea, The Breakers tells myriad tales of the bygone glory of the Vanderbilts.

+1 401 847 1000 tickets.newportmansions.org/mansi 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport RI on.aspx?id=1000 Rough Point "Hidden Gem"

There is good reason for the name "Rough Point" for this incredible mansion that originally belonged to artist Doris Duke. This was Doris' private retreat, inaccessible by car and surrounded by the rocky shoreline that characterizes the Newport coastline. Admire her extensive collection of fine and decorative art, walk through the rambling rooms and capture by John Phelan the breathtaking views.

+1 401 849 7300 www.newportrestoration.org/visit/r Bellevue Ave and Lakeview Dr, ough_point/ Newport RI

Cliff Walk "Hike Along the Waterfront"

Cliff Walk offers a legendary view of the ocean and some of the famous Mansion Row homes from Newport's gilded age. The 3.5-mile path lies just above the rocks where water meets shore. The views are breathtaking, but this is a real hike, you will need to be sharp-eyed and nimble, wear very good walking shoes, and be prepared to climb over a by Laram777 few rough spots. The Newport Historical Society conducts guided tours during the Summer season.

www.cliffwalk.com/ 175 Memorial Boulevard, Newport RI

Easton's Beach "Newport's First Beach"

Easton's Beach is locally known in Newport as "First Beach" and is a favorite spot for tourists, events and tournaments of all kinds throughout the summer season. The beach is long and narrow, providing a great place to stroll across the town line into neighboring Middletown. The boardwalk has parking, public bathhouses, concessions stands and even a carousel. by The_WB The beach is known to have red kelp warnings that often prevent swimming and make walking and wading difficult.

+1 401 845 5800 www.eastonsbeach.com/ 175 Memorial Boulevard, Newport RI

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