Newport Colonial History: A Self-Guided Tour Off the Beaten Path

Itinerary

1. 1
   Cardines Field Pass by

   Pass by one of the oldest stadiums in the country, dating back to at least 1893, once called Basin Field, the water basin used by the railroad for their steam locomotives

2. 2
   Great Friends Meeting House Pass by

   Pass by one of the oldest buildings in Newport, dating back to the late 1600s, historically the meeting house for the Quaker community of colonial Newport.

3. 3
   Stop Pass by

   Stroll by and learn how this former general assembly house and criminal court became a tavern, run by a notorious pirate. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

4. 4
   Touro Synagogue Pass by

   Catch a glimpse of North America's oldest synagogue, a stunning example of Georgian architecture. Built by Sephardic Jews fleeing persecution, it features elegant columns and hidden escape routes.

5. 5
   Stop Pass by

   Pass by this elegant Georgian mansion that served as French General Rochambeau's headquarters during the Revolutionary War and how it ended up in the National Historic Register thanks to its vital role in America's fight for independence.

6. 6
   Stop Pass by

   Witness a masterpiece of colonial architecture, featuring a distinctive white spire visible across Newport, with its organ and Bible donated by Queen Anne. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

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   Stop Pass by

   Pass by the iconic home of the Italian artist who introduced tomatoes to America around 1800.

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   Stop Pass by

   Stroll through the charming Victorian-era green space, home to the mysterious Newport Tower of which's origins spark endless debate—Viking ruin or colonial windmill?

Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions