Embark on a smartphone-guided exploration of Newport’s historic downtown. Walk at your own pace, learn about its revolutionary history, and discover charming shops and landmarks.
Embark on a smartphone-guided exploration of Newport’s historic downtown. Walk at your own pace, learn about its revolutionary history, and discover charming shops and landmarks.
- White Horse Tavern - Begin the historic journey at the White Horse Tavern, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the United States and ranked as the 10th oldest worldwide. Discover its origins, tales of pirates, and its involvement in the Revolutionary War.
- Great Friends Meeting House - Clarify one thing: they were not called the…
- White Horse Tavern - Begin the historic journey at the White Horse Tavern, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the United States and ranked as the 10th oldest worldwide. Discover its origins, tales of pirates, and its involvement in the Revolutionary War.
- Great Friends Meeting House - Clarify one thing: they were not called the Quakers. Officially known as the Religious Society of Friends, this is where they convened and contributed to building Newport. Explore Newport’s history and Rhode Island’s role in religious freedom; the house was constructed in 1699.
- Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House - The tour pauses outside this historic house to recount stories of tax collectors and the revolution.
- Broadway - Stroll down Broadway, lined with classic shops, and hear tales of a few notable pubs.
- Old Colony House - Pause outside the Old Colony House to learn about its significance during the revolution.
- Touro Synagogue - Discover the oldest synagogue in Rhode Island, George Washington’s visit, his letter, and the story of the Jewish community’s arrival in Rhode Island.
- Eisenhower Street - Walk past the park to see the statue of Oliver Hazard Perry and hear about the hero of Lake Erie’s story.
- Thames Street - Wander down the cobblestoned Thames Street, explore famous shops, dine at local restaurants, and capture the best photos.
- Queen Ann Square - Stop in the park to view a church from the park and hear its revolutionary story, along with learning about the park’s landmarks.
- Bannister’s Wharf - Conclude the tour at the Anchor at Bannister’s Wharf, where you’ll learn about some of the finest dining options, the wharf’s history, and the anchor.

- Explore with our Walking Tour app
- Self-paced: Available 24/7
- Discover historic downtown Newport
- Explore with our Walking Tour app
- Self-paced: Available 24/7
- Discover historic downtown Newport
- No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside
- No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside
Stroll the authentic stone-paved lanes of Newport’s historical downtown, taking in the charming stores, piers, eateries, and significant landmarks, and unveil their ground-breaking past.
What makes us standout?
Explore at your leisure and convenience
Expertly created, narrated, and musically edited immersive journey
Leave the tour group behind and…
Stroll the authentic stone-paved lanes of Newport’s historical downtown, taking in the charming stores, piers, eateries, and significant landmarks, and unveil their ground-breaking past.
What makes us standout?
Explore at your leisure and convenience
Expertly created, narrated, and musically edited immersive journey
Leave the tour group behind and discover on your own.
Our technology makes the guide feel present with you at each footstep.
This historical excursion is guided via smartphone. You head to the first point, initiate the tour, input your experience code from Viator, and press start. Following this, you’re directed through Dallas with detailed instructions.
You’ll gain insights on the city’s colonial past, its contribution to the American Revolution, how it promoted freedom of religion, its legendary dining scenes, and its evolution into an elegant summer retreat in the 19th century.
Don’t forget to bring your camera and comfortable footwear, see you just outside the White Horse Tavern.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.