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The Breakers: Exclusive Private Guided Mansion Tour

Step inside the grandest of Newport's Gilded Age palaces — the Vanderbilt family's 70-room Italian Renaissance palazzo — on an exclusive private guided experience. This is bucket-list Newport at its most opulent.

What to expect

Your private guide unlocks the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt II's summer 'cottage' — all 70 rooms, grand reception halls, the Great Hall with its 45-foot gilded ceiling, and the oceanside loggia. The pace is entirely yours, with the guide weaving in scandalous Gilded Age gossip and architectural detail. Finish on the sweeping rear terrace overlooking the Atlantic for a photograph that defines Newport. Two business days' advance notice is required; book directly with the Preservation Society.

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The Preservation Society of Newport County (Newport Mansions)
USD 32 adult / USD 14 youth (ages 6–12) standard entry; Private Exclusive Experience from approx. USD 250 for groups up to 30
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Good to know

The Breakers is a 10-minute taxi or rideshare from the cruise tender pier at Perrotti Park. Pre-book the Exclusive Experience at least 2 business days in advance. All-aboard times vary — confirm with your ship, but the mansion is typically a 2–2.5 hour visit. Book the Exclusive Experience via the Newport Mansions website under 'Plan a Visit > Tours > Exclusive Experiences.'

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Newport — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Azamara · Azamara Quest
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from $5,439
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Oceania · Oceania Sirena
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Oceania · Oceania Vista
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Seabourn · Seabourn Quest
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