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Ocean Drive Historic District, Newport

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Scenic Drive Historic Walking Area
Driving along the Atlantic coast, imagine what life must have been like at one of the lavishing mansions on Ocean Drive Historic District, which were built in the 19th and the 20th century. Take the 16 km (10 mi) road atop the Atlantic Ocean, passing through luxurious neighbourhoods. Then park your car and snap some photos or take a tour of some of the mansions. See the gardens, stables, vehicles, stone sculptures, and fountains. Take in the open ocean views, listen to seagulls, and walk along the shore, where you can picnic. Before you head to Newport, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Newport trip itinerary maker site , to make sure you see all that Newport has to offer, including Ocean Drive Historic District.
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Ocean Drive Historic District Tours
Newport Mansion Tour Along Ocean Drive BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $46
Newport Gilded Age Mansions Trolley Tour with Breakers Entry BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $39
Newport Mansions Small-Group Day Trip from Boston BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $99
Newport Ocean Drive Sightseeing Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $28
Newport Mansions and Waterfront Sightseeing From Boston BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $89
Newport Viking Trolley Tour with Admission to The Breakers and Marble House BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $57
Best of Newport Trolley Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $25
Newport Mansions at Christmas: The Breakers and Marble House BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $99
Scenic Overview of Newport Viking Trolley Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $27
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  • October 4, 2017
    Take a day to spend on Ocean Drive. Bring chairs and a picnic if you want. Any place you decide to stop you will enjoy. Every view is amazing.  more »
  • October 4, 2017
    You should definitely do this if you’re here. Drive past Jackie O’s childhood home at 225 Harrison Ave and keep going to Ocean Drive. The wealth in Newport is overwhelming, but it sure does create som...  more »
  • October 3, 2017
    You will want to stop and feel the breeze, explore side street, snap pictures, absorb the incomparable location.  more »
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  • June 19, 2017
    The drive was nice. I didn't know what to expect from this place. There are few scenic views on the route n they are really good.
  • June 12, 2017
    Pleasant drive with several stopping points. The only negative is any stops charge exuberant fees
  • April 29, 2017
    Amazing drive in the evenings. One of the places where you wanna go every weekend.
  • March 15, 2017
    Magnificent views. Areas to stop and admire the views of the ocean and salt marshes as well as parks.
  • December 1, 2016
    Lots of scenery that makes you want to live here. There are lots of clearly expensive homes that overlook the ocean. The entire drive is clearly marked with signage so you don't miss a single turn. Be sure to stop at the Breakers as well. Soak up the ocean views.
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There is a wide array of hotels situated in and around Newport’s center, providing easy access to the city’s restaurants and nightlife. The area’s five-star hotels provide the sort of luxury Newport’s famous 20th-century vacationers were accustomed to, complete with sumptuous restaurants and ocean views for you to enjoy while on holiday. Bed and breakfasts are often a more budget-friendly option, and the city boasts many charming ones in the center and outskirts of town.
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