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| Newport, RI Events & Attractions |
 Newport's Famous Mansions
Think of Newport and most people think of mansions. Here we've listed the main attractions found on Bellevue Avenue and surrounding streets. If you would like to learn more about any mansion listed here, simply click on the more information button and a new window will open to view their website. When done, simply close the window to return to DestinationNewport.com. Happy touring! |
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The Breakers
Ochre Point Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

Often considered by many to be the most opulent mansion in Newport. A must see on your visit to Newport. |
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Chateau Sur Mer
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

The first house on famed Bellevue Avenue to be built, Chateau-sur-Mer brought about the beginning of the Gilded Age in Newport with its palatial victorian archictecture and furnishings. A spectacular Newport mansion! |
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Chepstow
Narragansett Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

An Italianate-style mansion, Chepstow was built in 1860 and contains the original furnishings with important 19th century original paintings adorning its walls. |
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The Elms
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

Just a short walk from the center of town, this is the most accessible Newport mansion on foot. |
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Isaac Bell House
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

Recently restored to it original splendor, the Isaac Bell House is one of the best surviving examples of shingle-style architecture in the country. |
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Kingscote
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

Kingscote, built between 1839 and 1841, is a landmark of the Gothic Revival style in American architecture.
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Marble House
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

Living up to its name, this Newport mansion used 500,000 cubic feet of marble in its construction by the Vanderbilts. |
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Rosecliff
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)847-1000

The setting for some of Newport's most lavish parties of the Gilded Age. A tradition that lives on today as Rosecliff mansion still hosts weddings and events all year. |
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Rough Point
Bellevue Avenue
Newport RI (401)849-7300
Former home of American tobacco heiress, Doris Duke. The stunning oceanfront mansion still maintains the look and charm as when it was occupied by Ms. Duke, including personal items and original furnishings. One of the area's most remarkable collections of private art. |
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