Relax in the timeless elegance of The Bar, sipping classic cocktails like an expertly crafted Manhattan or savoring a smoky, peaty single-malt whiskey while enjoying the sounds of the Jazz Age.

From exploring beautiful Narragansett Bay on an America’s Cup winner to harvesting lobster and learning the best tips and techniques for preparing your bounty in a private cooking class with our chefs, the unique pleasures of Newport await.

Cruise through Newport in a classic automobile
Channel Newport’s heyday with a period-appropriate 1920s automobile. Cruise to the Breakers to enjoy a private behind-the-scenes tour of this luxurious Vanderbilt mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer &ld...

From exploring beautiful Narragansett Bay on an America’s Cup winner to harvesting lobster and learning the best tips and techniques for preparing your bounty in a private cooking class with our chefs, the unique pleasures of Newport await.

Cruise through Newport in a classic automobile
Channel Newport’s heyday with a period-appropriate 1920s automobile. Cruise to the Breakers to enjoy a private behind-the-scenes tour of this luxurious Vanderbilt mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer “cottages,” and a breathtaking symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial pre-eminence in the early 20th century. Afterwards, take in a scenic three-hour tour of Newport and a picnic prepared especially for you from a 1920s Gilded Age menu, catered to your tastes and preferences.

Discover the mansions of Newport
By the turn of the 20th century, Newport was the summer playground of many of the nation’s wealthiest families, including the Vanderbilts, the Astors and the Morgans. Get a glimpse of their Gilded Age lifestyle on a tour of their magnificent “summer cottages” and ornate gardens. The mission of the Preservation Society of Newport County is to present some of the most stunning mansions to the public, including the Breakers, Marble House and The Elms.

Enjoy a wine tasting and winery tour
Newport Vineyards enjoys a long, cool growing season that’s ideal for developing complex flavors in wine. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process with a tour of the winery and vineyards (weather permitting), then relax with a glass of wine in the tasting room or seasonal outdoor patio.

Experience a culinary walking tour through Newport
Immerse yourself in historic Newport and discover the many stories behind the people, history and culture of America’s first resort with a Rhode Island Red Food Tour. Learn about the early colonial architecture, historic sites and cultural folklore of Newport while exploring six local favorites that might range from a historic tavern to a hip hamburger and hotdog haven.

Explore Newport’s best beach
Ride the waves with the local surfers in the early morning, take a romantic evening stroll on the boardwalk, or spend a lazy afternoon enjoying the sun along wide and sandy Easton’s Beach. But there’s more than just sand, sea and surf at Newport’s largest beach and recreation area. You can also eat luscious lobster rolls while gazing out to sea, feed snapping turtles at an interactive marine science center, take a spin on a 1950s carousel, plus much more.

Get a rare insider’s look at the Breakers
Marvel at the Gilded Age splendor of the Breakers, a breathtaking symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial pre-eminence in the early 20th century. Afterwards, take in a scenic three-hour tour of Newport and a picnic prepared especially for you, catered to your tastes and preferences.

Go on an educational seal-watching boat tour
Hundreds of harbor seals migrate down from the coasts of Maine and Canada to seek shelter in the warmer, protected waters of Narragansett Bay each winter. Embark on an educational boat tour offered through the nonprofit Save the Bay for taking in 360º views of these “dogs of the sea” resting on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge. One-hour tours are boat-only while two-hour tours also include a visit to Rose Island Lighthouse.

Harvest your own sea salt off the rocky New England coast
Eccentric explorers can enjoy a sea-to-table experience like no other by joining Matthew Mullins, owner of Newport Sea Salt, to hand-harvest their own batch of salt. Get into your waders and step into the waters of Brenton Reef, situated at the southernmost point of Newport, to collect pristine seawater that will be evaporated to form delicately crunchy sea salt with a wonderful briny taste. After a day of play in the water, watch the magic of the evaporation process as tasty salty flakes appear. Later slip into our Spa for an invigorating Local Sea Salt Body Polish. Indulge even further with a cocktail rimmed with the sea salt you have just harvested, and dinner specially prepared to showcase the fruits of your labor. Matt will bring partially evaporated product to the hotel. Guests sea water will be discarded and he will use his own to demonstrate in a portable "kitchen" how the water evaporates and salt flakes are formed. They will lay out the flakes to dry and bottle them on site for the guest to take with them.

Honor legends of the sport at the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Feel like you’re having a conversation with Roger Federer in the holographic theater, channel a legendary broadcaster by recording a pivotal point, and relive classic tennis moments through video highlights of WTA, ATP, and Grand Slam matches. Multimedia exhibits like these, along with nearly 2,000 pieces of memorabilia, combine for a comprehensive and engaging narrative of tennis history.

Learn how to make cocktails like a pro
Uncover changing topics including “Whiskey 101,” Agave & Tequila,” and “Aperitifs & Digestifs,” and learn how to create your favorite cocktails. Enjoy signature canapés as you shake concoctions alongside resident mixologists.

Learn the art of glass blowing
Enjoy a fascinating afternoon with professional glass blower Matthew Buechner at Thames Street Glass Studio. Learn the nuances of this beautiful art form as you make your own paperweight, vase or bowl in your choice of colour and shape. After taking your creation from the oven and once it has cooled, you can sign your names on the bottom for a perfect anniversary memory.

Set sail on an America’s Cup winner
Take to the seas on a historic America’s Cup winner, including the American Eagle, one of the most successful ocean-racers ever, or the 44-foot “Lyra,” which has voyaged around the world and across the Atlantic Ocean twice. You can also enjoy private sailing instruction through the local Newport Yacht Club, founded in 1894 and steeped in Newport’s traditions.

Take a private cooking class
There’s no better way for you and your whole family to be immersed in classic New England cuisine than with a private cooking class. The class will be based on what you wish to taste and experience, the size of your group, the season, and the local produce available.

Take in dramatic views from the Cliff Walk
Savor Newport’s natural and historical beauty by wandering the Cliff Walk along the eastern shore. (The walk offers better views of some of the estates than can be seen from the road.) The full 3.5-mile walk starts at the western end of Easton’s or First Beach at Memorial Boulevard, and ends at Bellevue Avenue at the east end of Bailey’s Beach. For a shorter walk, start at the scenic Forty Steps, a one-time recreation spot for the servants who worked at the nearby mansions during the Gilded Age.

Take in world-class art at an architectural gem
The National Museum of American Illustration exhibits original artworks by more than 150 American artist/illustrators including Norman Rockwell and Maxfield Parrish, laying particular emphasis on the “Golden Age of American Illustration” (1895-1945). And it’s all situated in a breathtakingly beautiful setting: Vernon Court, an adaptation of an 18th century French château by Carrère & Hastings, the same architectural firm behind the New York Public Library and the House and Senate Office Buildings in Washington, D.C.