Newport Walking Food And History Tour

About this activity

Enjoy delightful food from five restaurants while strolling the historic streets of Newport, Rhode Island! Our tour begins in front of the Wave sculpture on the corner of America's Cup Ave. and Memorial Blvd..  We will talk about Newport's infamous pirates, Revolutionary War armies, the Gilded Age of mansions and industrialists, the Irish American heritage up to and including the condominium boom. Our tour will last 2.5 hours and will cover approximately 1.75 miles.  Bring your appetites, you will not be disappointed!

Itinerary

1. Newport · 15 min

   Our meeting place which is located in front of the Wave Sculpture, at the corner of America's Cup Blvd and Memorial Blvd.in the heart of Newport. Following your check in, we give a brief history of the 41 North and the Armory, then continue on to our "Off the Beaten Path" tour. If you have been to Newport many times or if this is your first time, you will experience many new facts and wonderful restaurants along the way.

2. Newport · 10 min

   The Armory, built in 1894 for the Militia, soon to become the International Sailing Hall of Fame.

3. Newport · 10 min

   Brown and Howard Wharf, one of the busiest harbors dating back to the 1800's, today it is still a popular port for luxury yachts.

4. Newport · 20 min

   Wally's, Enjoy a fabulous smash burger

5. Newport · 12 min

   Waite's Wharf. A view of historical Fort Adams, built between 1837 to 1854 primarily by the Irish Immigrants.

6. Newport · 10 min

   Ancient Order of Hibernians, built as a protective agency for the Irish Immigrants, chartered in 1876.

7. Newport · 25 min

   Knot Norm's, enjoy a mahi mahi taco, with a pineapple salsa, with a side salad of apples, beets and field greens

8. Newport · 20 min

   The Elms Mansion, owned by the Preservation Society, built in 1901 by Edward Berwin. The tour will be in the beautiful gardens behind the mansion where we discuss the Gilded Age.

9. Newport · 10 min

   International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS), the only accredited school of its type in the country.

10. Newport · 15 min

    Vieste's, Enjoy a sampling of homemade Italian appetizers.

11. Newport · 8 min

    Samuel Whitehorne House, the most historic home in Newport. Built in 1811 following the Revolution.

12. Newport · 15 min

    Cold Fusion, 18 varieties of gelato or sorbet to choose from. or Ben & Jerry's, depends upon availability.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: O'Brien's Pub is located on Thames Street, only a few blocks down from our starting point.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please advise food allergies and gluten sensativities in the Special Instructions box at time of checkout
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum drinking age is 21 years

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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