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Newport, Rhode Island

America's Gilded Age Coast

Mega-mansions, a cliff walk, and the East Coast's sailing capital.

At a glance · 5 reasons to go

Why Newport, Rhode Island.

  1. Tour the Gilded Age mansions (The Breakers).

  2. Walk the Cliff Walk above the Atlantic.

  3. Sailing capital — harbor cruises and regattas.

  4. Colonial streets, seafood, and summer festivals.

  5. Old money meets ocean breeze.

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Newport is the Gilded Age frozen in time — palatial 'summer cottages' like The Breakers, a cliff walk between mansions and crashing surf, and a harbor full of sails. Add fresh seafood and colonial charm and it's pure New England.

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Safety

Safety Overview

Newport, Rhode Island

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Reviewed: 2026-06-06

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