Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II | 1 hour 15 minutes

29 Reviews | Newport
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Evening Cocktail Cruise Option
2 Adults x $40.00
$80.00
Approx Total
$80.00
Lightly Narrated Tour: Select this option if you're looking for a lightly narrated cruise around Newport of the main sights from the water.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Relaxing evening time cruise: Cruise by Newport mansions and former speakeasies, lighthouses, islands and more!
Rum Runner II: Relive the speed and thrill of the chase of the smuggler boats from Prohibition. Rum Runner II was built in 1930's.
Drinks for purchase: Beverages are available for pre-purchase at our booth at check-in to enjoy on board.
Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II
2 Adults x $40.00
$80.00
Approx Total
$80.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • A cruise around Newport
  • Narration of the sites
  • Drinks are available for purchase
  • Food (guests are welcome to bring their own light snack aboard)
  • Gratuity

Overview

Step aboard a classic boat and get a great overview of Newport’s historic waterfront, Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. This tour is fully narrated and includes passing by all the iconic sites Newport has to offer from the water. Sightsee along the shoreline, see some Newport mansions, see Fort Adams and some of the largest private yachts that summer in Newport.

Meeting points

We're located at 24 Bannister's Wharf off America’s Cup Ave and south of the Newport Harbor Hotel. Look for a large flagpole, turn toward the water, walk down the brick walkway past the lemonade stand and take a left. Look for the big green canvas canopy above our ticket booth.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Fort Adams State Park (Pass By)

    See this historic fort from the water

  • Castle Hill Lighthouse (Pass By)

    See this beautiful historic site while passing by

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There is a marine bathroom onboard
  • It's always cooler on the water. Please dress for the weather
  • Please do not bring your own alcoholic beverages. Drinks are available for purchase onboard
  • Service animals are permitted; Pets and emotional support animals are not permitted
  • Groups of 10 or more, whether booked together or separately, will be contacted by the operator for a 15% gratuity. Multiple large group bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
  • All persons planning to attend need a ticket; We offer infant, child, adult and senior ticketing for this cruise
  • Please note parking is difficult in Newport, especially on weekends. Allow at least 60 minutes to park, especially on weekends and holidays as no refunds are given for missing the boat. Guests should plan to arrive at our ticket booth 20 minutes prior to your departure time to check-in. The boat will leave promptly at the scheduled departure time. Please plan accordingly and allow for ample time for parking. For questions about weather, cancelations or rescheduling please call.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

29 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 26 reviews with 5 stars

Great time!

Published on Oct, 2024

Had company in from Kansas City. We have been to Newport many times and first time doing the cruise. A great way to see Newport mansions from water and hear a little history. Sunny and 70 with now chop in the water. Would do again!. Great time

Beautiful Cruz and informative crew beautiful boat

Published on Oct, 2024

What a great experience we’ve been coming to Rhode Island for eight years never did a boat tour and we will definitely do it again. Great crew informative, beautiful boat just all around. Great time. Keep up the great work.

Fun boat trip!

Published on Sep, 2024

Wonderful, relaxing boat trip. We felt very safe, the staff was very attentive, we were served soft drinks. The captain was very informative and entertaining explaining us all the sights we were passing by. Highly recommended!

Excellent adventure. Very informative, scenic and lovely.

Published on Sep, 2024

Good time was had by all. Kerri & Jay (?) where excellent. We were given a history lesson while sailing through. The beautiful Newport Harbor. No better way to spend the afternoon

Fun Day in the Harbor

Published on Sep, 2024

Excellent Captain and crew. Very knowledgably and interesting facts about the area. Worth the trip Would recommend to all.

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