See the opulence of the Gilded Age at Marble House. The mansion was finished in 1892 as a summer house for New York millionaire William K. Vanderbilt and his wife, Alva, one of America's leading suffragettes. It was one of the first examples of Beaux Arts architecture in United States; its front colonnade is often compared to the one on the White House. The interior features different styles, from French Baroque to Gothic Revival, and an array of exquisite materials, such as Siena and Nubian marble, bronze, gold, and velvet. Every step of the way, you'll encounter lavish furniture, paintings, and ornaments. Alva's personal favorite was the Chinese-inspired tea house. An audio tour is available, and it allows you to explore the house at your own pace. It couldn't be easier to arrange your visit to Marble House and many more Newport attractions: make an itinerary online using Inspirock's Newport trip planner.
Marble House reviews
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What an amazing mansion to visit. The opulence, the architecture, and workmanship it beyond. Loved it. The only thing that was a little off was when we got inside the door the staff, 2 women at the..... more
What an amazing mansion to visit. The opulence, the architecture, and workmanship it beyond. Loved it. The only thing that was a little off was when we got inside the door the staff, 2 women at the..... more »
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What an experience to see these very old and unique Mansions that once housed some of the wealthiest Americans during their time. It was about an hour guided tour that allowed you to see the...
What an experience to see these very old and unique Mansions that once housed some of the wealthiest Americans during their time. It was about an hour guided tour that allowed you to see the... more »
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Went on a weekend before Christmas and the decorations were amazing! What else would you expect from a home with 500,000 cubic ft of marble?? Masking strictly enforced. A lot of people there but staff tried to limit people in narrow spaces. Definitely worth it to get annual pass. Plan to go back in the spring and summer!!
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The Marble House is a stunning property that will leave you in awe. Scan the QR code and listen to the audio tour. Walk back to the back part of the property and grab something to eat and drink at the Chinese Tea Room. And enjoy sitting outside with stunning views. My recommendation is to purchase an annual membership. There are different levels that you can choose from to fit your family situation. This will not only save you money, but it is also a tax-deductible gift. Also, purchase your tickets/membership online. It is easy and will save you time when you first arrive.
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