Stroll along this beautiful oceanside trail and marvel at the impossibly extravagant mansions which line the coast. Hear all about the lavish lifestyles of the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and the other famous families who built these so-called “summer cottages.” Ever wondered what it was like to be invited to one of Mrs. Astor’s ultra-exclusive balls? Wonder no longer! We’ll give you the inside scoop and place you right in the middle of America’s most decadent parties. Oh, and of course there’s plenty of drama to be found among these bickering business tycoons. Don’t just admire these mansions from afar--really get to know them! See all these historic sights along the picturesque Cliff Walk: ■ Welcome to the Cliff Walk in Newport, RI ■ Easton’s Beach ■ The Chanler ■ The Gilded Age ■ Forty Steps ■ The Overlook ■ Ochre Court ■ Vinland Estate (McAuley Hall) ■ The Breakers ■ Beneath the Breakers ■ Anglesea ■ Rosecliff ■ Beechwood ■ The 400 List ■ Marble House ■ Chinese Tea House ■ Rough Point ■ Doris and Her Pets ■ Land’s End ■ Edith Wharton ■ The Waves ■ Bailey’s Beach HOW IT WORKS: As you travel, audio stories play automatically based on your location. Simply go to the starting point of the tour and begin following the given route. Each story begins playing on its own, usually just before you reach a point of interest. TOUR FEATURES: ▶ Freedom of travel No scheduled tour times, no crowded buses, and no rush to keep moving past stops that interest you. You have total freedom to skip ahead, linger, and take as many photos as you’d like. ▶ Automatic play No muss, no fuss. Just follow the app’s built-in route to all the must-visit spots — the audio stories about everything you see will play automatically! ▶ Works offline Download the tour in advance and then use it seamlessly, even in areas with no service! ▶ Lifetime purchase No monthly subscription. No time limits. No usage limits. Enjoy this tour as many times as you like. ▶ Incredible stories Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and secrets of this famous site with the help of a top-tier narrator and fascinating stories written by experts. ▶ Award-winning app Featured on Thrillist and WBZ, this easy-to-use app won the Laurel Award for Technology from the Newport Mansions, who use the app for over a million tours per year. ▶ REVIEWS “Love the voice prompts and stories. Audio tours help to make your destination alive. Will use this soon again.” “The self guided tour definitely helped us enjoy than we would have on our own. We enjoyed the narrative as well - very informative.” FREE DEMO vs FULL ACCESS: Check out the totally free demo to get an idea of what this Newport tour is all about. If you like it, purchase the tour to get full access to all of the stories. QUICK TIPS: ■ Download ahead of time, over data or WiFi. ■ Be sure the phone battery is fully charged, or take an external battery pack. NEARBY TOURS! ■ Newport Self-Drive: Explore scenic Newport, Rhode Island with a driving tour! Discover the tales behind iconic mansions along Bellevue Avenue, including the Breakers, Marble House, Elms, Rosecliff, Château-sur-Mer, Rough Point, and more, as you drive past. Then turn onto the beautiful Ocean Drive to enjoy the waterfront views, see modern mansions, and dive into Newport history. NOTE: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app uses your location service and GPS tracking feature to allow real-time tracking of your route.
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