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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviewsCome fly with an island style parasail
Experience a safe and unforgettable parasailing adventure in Newport, Rhode Island.
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsNewport Cliff Walk Self-Guided Walking Tour
Stroll Newport’s Cliff Walk with our GPS-triggered Audio Tour app. Travel at your own pace, start and stop anytime, any day. Works offline. Simply walk, listen, and discover. Lifetime validity!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviewsLearn the art of scrimshaw
Create a personalized scrimshaw bookmark with a seasoned artist.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviewsHug a Donkey
You will enjoy a private (up to 4 people) 1+ hour visit with the donkeys. You’ll hear their stories, learn about their care, brush them, and of course give them lots of hugs!
5 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviewsHunt for fossils with a scientist
Unveil Rhode Island's prime fossil hunting spots with a knowledgeable educator.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsBike the Gilded Age mansions
Cruise Bellevue Avenue and witness Newport Mansions, Cliff Walk, and Rough Point from the perspective of a hotelier concierge. This is a self guided tour and includes a 24 hour bicycle rental.
5 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsBotanical Blue Sun-Printing in a Coastal Studio
Craft 5 stunning, archival blue sun prints using natural materials in my coastal studio. A perfect Rhode Island souvenir! This non-toxic process is great for families, couples & friends of all levels.
5 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsHand-Printed Art: Coastal Drypoint Workshop
Create expressive drypoint prints in my coastal art studio. Learn to etch a design, ink the plate, and use a professional press. Take home 4 original works! Perfect for all skill levels.
5 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsCreate Your Own Drinking Glass
Join our master glassblowers at Gather Glass to create your own drinking glass. Choose your colors and follow our safe, guided steps to learn how to shape, blow, and form your personalized glass!
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviewsProvidence history: sugar, cotton, slavery
Explore College Hill’s rich and at times disturbing history with a journalist..
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New place to stayNewport Rhode Island- Guided Historic Walking Tour
Visit 17th century homes & prominent properties linked to colonial settlers, American Revolutionary Admirals and Generals including George Washington that shaped this colonial port.
New place to stayWalk a Living Trellis Garden in Jamestown
Step through the garden gate, move along the 20-foot trellis, touch and smell climbing crops, capture the cottage shed photo and depart with seeds or a seasonal sample.
New place to stayProvidence Food & History Tour: Global Flavors
Explore Providence's vibrant Fox Point neighborhood on a guided walking tour. Learn about its immigrant history and enjoy tastings at some of the best immigrant-owned restaurants.
New place to stayPedicab around Newport with a local for 90 mins
Cruise Bellevue Avenue, Ocean Drive and colonial neighborhoods with a longtime resident and former Newport Mansions employee who shares history, stories and fun information along the way.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsProvidence Food & History Tour: New England Bites
Explore the culinary delights and unique history of Providence via the Mostly Accurate Fox Point - New England Classics Food & History Tour. Perfect for locals and visitors alike!
New place to stayPedicab around Newport with a local for 2 hours
Cruise past Gilded Age mansions, colonial streets, Fort Adams and Ocean Drive with a former Newport Mansions employee sharing stories, history and fun information.
New place to stayPedicab around Newport with a local for 1 hour
Roll down Bellevue Avenue, learn about the Gilded Age mansions and weave through charming colonial streets with a longtime resident and former Newport Mansions staff member for approx. 60 minutes
New place to stayEnjoy a murder mystery brewery tour
You'll solve a real 1800s Providence murder mystery between stopping off for tastings at some of the city's best breweries!
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsDiscover views & secrets on Providence's east side
Trace Providence’s East Side through sweeping views, hidden stories, and local secrets that reveal the neighborhood’s layered history and character.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsLearn the hidden history of Providence
Explore Providence’s hidden stories, uncovering overlooked histories, subtle monuments, and the people and events that shaped the city.
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