Why choose this tour ?
Walk the historic cobblestone streets of Newport's historic downtown, past quaint shops, wharfs, restaurants, and historic landmarks and discover their revolutionary history. Why choose us? Tour at your own pace and schedule Professionally produced, narrated and musically edited immersive experience Ditch the tour group and explore on your own. The technology makes it feel like the guide is next to you every step of the way. This historic adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the first stop, open the tour, enter your experience code from Viator and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Dallas step by step. You'll learn about the city's colonial history, its role in the American Revolution, how it became a home of freedom of religion, its historic eating spots, and its transformation into a fashionable summer resort in the 19th century. Grab your camera and your walking shoes, I’ll meet you just outside the white horse tavern.
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What makes Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour a unique experience ?
Our historic adventure starts at the White Horse Tavern, the oldest operating restaurant in the U.S. and is acknowledged as the 10th oldest in the world. You'll hear about it's beginning, times of pirates and how it played a role in the Revolutionary war.
First, get one thing straight. They were NOT called the Quakers. They were formally known as the Religious Society of Friends. And this is where they gathered, and help to build Newport. Learn about Newports story and Rhode Island's role in religious freedom, the house was built in 1699.
The tour stops outside the old house and tells the tale of tax collectors and the revolution.
We will walk down Broadway, with classic shops, and tell the tale of a few pubs.
We will stop outside of the Old Colony House and hear the story it played in the revolution.
Hear about the oldest Synagogue in Rhode Island, George Washington's visit, his letter, and the story of how the Jewish People came to Rhode Island.
We will walk by the park and see the statue of Oliver Hazard Perry and hear about the story of the hero of Lake Erie.
You will walk down cobblestoned Thames street, get a chance to shop at the famous shops, stop in local restaurants and get the best pics.
We wil stop in the park and you'll see a church, from the park, and hear it's story in the revolution, and learn about the sites in the park.
The tour ends at the Anchor at Bannister's wharf, you'll hear about some of the best restaurants to eat at, the history of the wharf and anchor.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour
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Newport Downtown Historic Audio APP Self Guided Smart Phone Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tour on our Walking Tour app
- Go at your own pace, anytime. Take the tour 24/7
- See the sites of historic downtown Newport
Not Included
- No food, drink or entrance tickets this tour is all outside
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by WalknTours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 4 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below. HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Enter the Experience Code 'newport2780' *We suggest using headphones / earbuds How it works: Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Unlock Your Tour Chose Newport as your city Scroll down and find the Newport Historic Revolutionary Walk of Freeddom and click it Click Enter Experience Code Enter the Experience Code 'newport2780' Click apply Step 4: Take the Tour Go to the from of the White Horse Tavern Open the tour and click start experience. Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.
