Rhode Island in a Day: Comprehensive Cultural Tour

Discover Rhode Island in a day: scenic views, rich history, and unique culture. Explore beaches, lighthouses, and mansions with an expert guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Roger Williams Park - discover the origins of Rhode Island and enjoy a scenic drive through this stunning city park!

  • George B. Salter Memorial Grove - explore the location of a notable event that led up to the Revolutionary War!

  • Wickford Village - visit this charming fishing village, have lunch, and browse through quaint shops and colonial New England homes.

  • Beavertail Lighthouse and Park - see the third-oldest lighthouse in the United States, situated on the Atlantic Ocean’s edge!

  • Newport - cruise along Ocean Drive and the renowned Bellevue Avenue to view the opulent mansions from the Gilded Age.

  • Bristol - take a drive through the most patriotic town in America!

  • Sweet Berry Farm - stop by for delicious homemade treats and fresh local fruit.

  • Third Beach - visit one of Rhode Island’s many picturesque beaches.

What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information

We want to show what’s great about the Ocean State! If you would like to experience the culture, cuisine, scenery, and story of America’s smallest state in one amazing day with an expert guide, then this is the tour for you. Only 48 miles long and 37 miles wide, Rhode Island is full of big surprises! As we take you on this enlightening journey, you will enjoy the things that make Rhode Island so attractive and unique. Beginning in our capital city and traveling by tour bus around our beautiful Bay, you will take in breathtaking views, and learn what this state has contributed to America. On this trip you will visit the things Rhode Island is most known for including picturesque beaches, colonial architecture and history, lighthouses, islands, quintessential New England towns, and stunning mansions. Going from Providence to Newport, and exploring many beautiful towns in between, this tour will show you Rhode Island in a Day!

  • Please be aware that during your tour the tour guide may take pictures of your tour group which could be used in future marketing materials or shared on one of our social media pages, if it’s a really great picture! If you would like to be tagged in a photo, or if you don’t want to be included in a photo, please let the tour guide know.
Location
1 Sabin St
Sabin Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Anorth52
Sep 3, 2024
Informative and enjoyable day out - Our driver/guide was Ted who was excellent. Conveyed a vast amount of information about his home state while keeping it all entertaining. A really good way to get to know Rhode Island.
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Lourdes_h
Sep 1, 2024
Fantastic historical tour - We booked this tour with the expectation to learn about RI history and see as much of the state as we could, and this tour did not disappoint. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive to everyone’s needs. We saw breathtaking sceneries and learned about RI founding values of peace, hope and freedom to choose. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone that loves history.
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Paige_w
Aug 20, 2024
Guide was very... - Guide was very knowledgeable! Rhode Island is a pretty state. This tour takes you everywhere but Providence. They offer a Providence tour I wish we had time to take.
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Epictt
Aug 18, 2024
Rhode Island in a Day - Was fabulous!! Ted Strickland, our guide was very knowledgeable and thorough! Learned a lot of history and interesting facts about Rhode Island! Highly recommend!!
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Seenag2023
Aug 18, 2024
Great one day experience - Excellent trip. We were able to cover a lot and learn more about Rhode Island's history . Great trip overall . Highly recommend
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Chonnie_t
Aug 10, 2024
Best way to see Rhode Island! - Our guide was amazing, we were informed and entertained. Our stops were timed well and gave us ample opportunities to take photos. Would highly recommend this tour!
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Valery_f
Jul 14, 2024
Great for history nerds! - I enjoyed every stop, and rides were so fun and entertaining. Comfortable bus and amazing tour guide Ted!
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Klenize
Jul 6, 2024
A delicious day in Rhode Island - The ride was amazing! Stops at various historic sites, when our TED guide (wonderful!) explained the facts of American history, local personalities and curiosities. It was a safe and fun ride through the beautiful state of Rhode Island!
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Richard_f
Jun 27, 2024
Ted who was our driver... - Ted who was our driver and tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable about the state of Rhode Island, very informative.
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Jenny_w
Jul 22, 2024
Cancelled - The trip was canceled the morning of because they needed 4 more people. So we had to find something else to do for the day.
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