Breakers Newport RI

The Breakers

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The Breakers is a Gilded Age mansion located at 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island, US. It was built between 1893 and 1895 as a summer …

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Mar 18, 2025
This was my first time on this tour and it did not disapoint. If you are going to see one “summer cottage” this is it since it’s the grandest. You don’t only learn about the mansion but also the hist…Full review by Gregrob1980
Mar 9, 2025
Off season, rainy day, that's when its the Best. During high season it's crowded, much attention goes into not to step onto anybody. But, it's a whole different experience when you are almost alone …Full review by marathon235
Jan 25, 2025
What a magnificent place! All the splendor of the gilded age. Really enjoyed the home and grounds. Gift shop was great , picked up a few booksFull review by travelsinger97
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Formerly the home of one of America's wealthiest families, The Breakers is an architectural masterpiece and a canopy of lon…
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Located:44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island
Construction completed:1895
Architect:Richard Morris Hunt
Architectural style:Neo Italian Renaissance
Owner:Pierre Lorillard IV

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Are there restrooms available on the tour if needed
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Yes, right outside the main entrance.
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How long is the tour of the breakers at Christmas
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It is a self guided tour so you can control amount of time
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Is it possible to NOT a pay a ticket? I am not interested in the inside tour. I am interested in just seeing each mansions …
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Is it possible to NOT a pay a ticket? I am not interested in the inside tour. I am interested in just seeing each mansions property and outside, getting some photos and moving on. Its confusing online because the tickets seem for INSIDE tours? But is it free to just admire from the outside? Thanks
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You are missing a treat by not visiting the inside! If you take the time to research where the cost of admission goes, there isn’t a better value for the money spent. These wonderful …
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You are missing a treat by not visiting the inside! If you take the time to research where the cost of admission goes, there isn’t a better value for the money spent. These wonderful mansions require a great deal of care and upkeep. It is remarkable for us to be granted a look back into the past for the price of one good glass of wine… Do yourself a favor…skip something else, but don’t miss going inside and outside to visit such a grand old piece of history!!
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Answer by Kirk S · Apr 27, 2023
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Due to hearing problems I am unable to use audio headsets. Is it possible to get a printed guide about the mansion. Thanks
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There is printed material at each mansion. We didn't use them so i don't know how good they are. You can also still use the app. Each audio section has a button that looks like a …
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There is printed material at each mansion. We didn't use them so i don't know how good they are. You can also still use the app. Each audio section has a button that looks like a page to read the transcript of what is being said. I found it very helpful.
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