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The Breakers, a historic Newport mansion, across its lawn

Recreational Trips

Newport, Rhode Island Student Trips

History, sailing, architecture, coastal experiences, and unforgettable student travel.

Newport offers student groups a unique combination of coastal sightseeing, American history, architecture, maritime education, recreation, and seasonal experiences. From historic mansions and sailing culture to harbor attractions, waterfront exploration, and outdoor activities, Newport works well for both day trips and overnight student travel.

Richmond Tours can customize each program around the group’s age, academic interests, schedule, budget, and preferred activities.

Popular Newport Trip Ideas

Every program is customized for your school.

  • A sailboat on the water in front of a waterfront estate on Ocean Drive in Newport

    Day Trip or Overnight

    Newport by Land & Sea

    Combine Newport’s famous coastline and maritime culture with sightseeing, sailing experiences, and waterfront attractions.

    Suggested highlights

    • Sailing Museum
    • harbor cruise
    • Newport waterfront
    • Rail Explorers
    • coastal sightseeing
    • maritime attractions
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  • The columned entrance of Marble House in Newport

    Day Trip or Overnight

    Gilded Age Newport

    Explore Newport’s legendary mansions, architecture, and the history of America’s Gilded Age.

    Suggested highlights

    • The Breakers
    • Marble House
    • The Elms
    • Ocean Drive
    • historic mansion district
    • architecture and history experiences
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  • Classic sailing yachts on the water beside Fort Adams in Newport

    Day Trip or Overnight

    Newport Maritime History & Sailing

    Discover Newport’s deep connection to sailing, naval history, and life along the waterfront.

    Suggested highlights

    • Sailing Museum
    • Fort Adams
    • harbor attractions
    • waterfront history
    • maritime education
    • sailing-related experiences
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  • The Elms in Newport, with formal terraces and a wide lawn

    Day Trip or Overnight

    Newport Gardens & Great Estates

    Explore historic estates, gardens, architecture, and landscape design throughout the Newport area.

    Suggested highlights

    • historic estates
    • formal gardens
    • architecture
    • landscape design
    • outdoor educational experiences
    • coastal scenery
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  • Marble House in Newport illuminated at night

    Day Trip or Overnight

    Christmas in Newport

    Experience Newport during the holiday season with decorated mansions, festive attractions, seasonal entertainment, and waterfront charm.

    Suggested highlights

    • decorated historic mansions
    • holiday attractions
    • downtown Newport
    • seasonal entertainment
    • waterfront sightseeing
    • festive activities
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Popular Newport Trip Inclusions

  • Roundtrip motorcoach transportation
  • Admission to selected attractions
  • Meal options
  • Detailed customized itinerary
  • Complimentary chaperone accommodations or admissions where applicable
  • Hotel accommodations for overnight packages
  • Applicable taxes and gratuities
  • Required liability insurance
  • Richmond Tours trip planning and support

Every Newport program is customized based on group size, travel date, selected activities, transportation needs, meals, and trip length.

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Plan Your Newport Student Trip

Tell us your group size, preferred travel date, and the type of experience you’re looking for, and Richmond Tours will build a customized Newport itinerary for your school.

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