Newport Pedicab Tour of Colonial and Gilded Age History 2 hr

See Newport’s history unfold from the open air on a private pedicab ride through the city’s Colonial and Gilded Age past. This 120-minute tour follows Newport’s story from its founding in 1639 through the War of Independence and the transitional years that followed, then into the opulence of the Gilded Age.

Your local guide brings these eras to life as you travel at a relaxed pace and enjoy views along the way. The pedicab offers an easy way to take in Newport’s historic character while hearing the stories behind its changing fortunes. Meet at Perrotti Park, where nearby parking options include metered street parking, a garage at 23 America’s Cup Ave, Long Wharf Mall parking, and Landing Group Parking.

Newport’s past spans centuries, and this Newport Pedicab Tour connects its defining chapters in one open-air outing. Dress for the weather, which can shift from warm and sunny to cool or windy, and consider bringing sunscreen and water. Book your Newport Pedicab Tour to experience the city’s Colonial and Gilded Age history at an unhurried pace.