Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour: Ghosts of the Gilded Age
Step into Newport's haunted past on an interactive ghost walk through the Ocean State Gem's eerie landmarks! This self-guided, app-led adventure takes you from the Gilded Age mansions to spooky sites like The Breakers and White Horse Tavern. Solve paranormal puzzles, enjoy family-friendly supernatural storytelling, and compete for top scores as you
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Newport. This top rated Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour scavenger hunt is 2.12 miles and has 6 stops.
5.0 (16 reviews)
Activity Info: Ghosts of the Gilded Age
Newport, America's First Resort and Sailing Capital, is famous for it's Gilded Age mansions and historic harborfront. It's scenic coastal drives and Bellevue Avenue are steeped in local lore and urban legends. This ghost-themed walking tour leads you through haunted history at iconic spots like Newport Tower, Old Artillery Company, and The Vanderbilt. Uncover eerie facts with photo challenges and trivia at each haunted site. Locals rediscover Newport's supernatural side while visitors dive into it's unique folklore. Perfect for those seeking a fun twist on sightseeing—this haunted history tour blends spooky storytelling with unforgettable views.
You can do our interactive ghost tour at any time.
Featured Locations On This Ghost Tour
The Breakers
Step into Newport's haunted past on this ghost-themed walking tour. Discover eerie legends, haunted history, and supernatural tales tied to historic buildings. Uncover local trivia and spooky stories with every clue.
Newport Tower
Wander the historic harborfront where whispers of Newport's paranormal history linger. This interactive ghost walk reveals hidden gems, folk legends, and points of interest through fun facts and outdoor missions.
The Vanderbilt
Follow the Cliff Walk for a chilling sightseeing adventure. Encounter haunted sites with scenic views, uncovering spooky storytelling and Newport Jazz Festival secrets as you complete photo challenges and trivia.
Old Artillery Company
Explore Gilded Age mansions rumored to be haunted by spirits of Newport's past. Enjoy lots of fun with puzzle-solving missions while learning about the city's eerie landmarks and hidden stories.
Old Colony House
Stroll by the Tennis Hall of Fame where local legends hint at ghostly players from bygone eras. This haunted history tour brings together fun facts, scenic attractions, and interactive missions for all ages.
White Horse Tavern
Drive along Newport's scenic coastal routes where folklore meets the supernatural. Each stop reveals haunted sites and chilling tales that make this walking tour a memorable outdoor adventure.
How the Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour works
Grab your phone, gather your group, and launch the Let's Roam app in downtown Newport! Solve riddles about haunted sites, snap photos at eerie landmarks like The Breakers or Old Colony House, and uncover supernatural secrets as you go. Earn points by answering trivia or completing challenges—all while competing on a city-wide leaderboard. It is simple to start, intuitive to play, and full of surprises along Newport Rhode Island Downtown.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Ghost Tour
Starting Area: 44 Ochre Point Ave, Newport
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 2.12 Mi (3.41 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour High Score
Craving competition? On the Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour, every player gets interactive paranormal challenges—from snapping photos at the White Horse Tavern to answering ghost story trivia at The Breakers. Work together to climb the leaderboard as you solve riddles about local legends and hauntings—bragging rights are up for grabs!
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Reviews for Newport Rhode Island Ghost Tour: Ghosts of the Gilded Age
This interactive ghost walk is such a fun way for tourists to experience iconic spots like the Old Artillery Company and The Vanderbilt while exploring local urban legends.
Brenna Callahan
Downtown was so atmospheric on this walking tour. The Breakers looked extra mysterious after hearing supernatural stories that gave our whole group goosebumps.
Declan Foster
I highly recommend this for anyone looking for things to do in Gilded Newport. Walking past Old Colony House gave us chills with it's paranormal tales and hidden gems.
Sadie Griffiths
The Newport Ghost Tour was a perfect date idea in The City by the Sea. The haunted history at White Horse Tavern and eerie stories made it really memorable.
Miles Preston
Exploring the Downtown ghost tour with my family was a blast. We loved learning about Newport Tower and spooky folk legends while solving clues together.
Lila Whitaker
If you are searching for things to do in Little Rhody, this interactive ghost-themed walking tour is unbeatable for tourists. Loved learning supernatural tales at The Vanderbilt.
Tessa Lennox
I never knew downtown Newport was packed with such local legends. Highlights were uncovering ghost stories near Old Colony House and seeing those historic facades up close.
Cameron Blake
Wandering past spooky spots like Newport Tower made this walking tour one of my top outdoor activities in The City by the Sea. So much paranormal lore to discover.
Sharon Winslow
Taking my partner on this haunted history tour downtown was such a creative date idea. Exploring the White Horse Tavern at dusk felt so eerie and fun.
Reed Bishop
Our family loved the Newport Ghost Tour in downtown Two Mile. The Breakers and Old Artillery Company had the best haunted stories for kids and adults alike.
Maggie Harmon
As tourists, we wanted a cool way to see all the points of interest. The interactive ghost walk led us past Old Artillery Company and other gems while sharing fascinating paranormal stories.
Rowan Fleetwood
Exploring Downtown with ScavengerHunt.com was such an adventure. Discovering local legends at Newport Tower made this haunted history tour stand out as a top thing to do in Queen of Summer Resorts.
Delaney Harrington
If you are searching for things to do outdoors in Newport, this ghost-themed walking tour is unique. Loved uncovering urban legends around White Horse Tavern and the Vanderbilt.
Tristan Callahan
We wanted a fun date idea and the Downtown ghost walk totally delivered. Exploring Old Colony House and hearing eerie tales set the perfect mood for us in the City by the Sea.
Reed Hollis
The Newport Ghost Tour was a fantastic family activity in the heart of Downtown. My kids loved solving clues at The Breakers and learning about haunted history.
Miriam Dalton
The Gilded City Ghost Walk is such a fun thing to do in Newport I loved piecing together spooky folklore from The Vanderbilt to Old Colony House as we wandered through haunted streets
Greta Langford
Exploring Bowen's Wharf on foot with ScavengerHunt.com made me see Downtown in a new light Points of interest like Newport Tower were full of supernatural tales and hidden gems
Maisie Thornton
If you are after a unique outdoor activity in Downtown then this ghost themed walking tour is perfect Exploring spots like the Old Artillery Company made local lore come alive for us
Julian Hughes
I surprised my partner with the Newport Ghost Tour for a date in the City by the Sea LOVED walking past The Breakers and hearing eerie local legends at each stop It was romantic and fun
Emmett Stone
Downtown Newport is packed with haunted history and the Newport Ghost Tour was an awesome thing to do with my family We loved spooky stories at White Horse Tavern and Old Colony House
Colleen Bates
