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Ocean Drive Historic District, Newport

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#2 of 29 in Outdoors in Newport
Scenic Drive · Historic Walking Area
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Driving along the Atlantic coast, imagine what life must have been like at one of the lavishing mansions on Ocean Drive Historic District, which were built in the 19th and the 20th century. Take the 16 km (10 mi) road atop the Atlantic Ocean, passing through luxurious neighbourhoods. Then park your car and snap some photos or take a tour of some of the mansions. See the gardens, stables, vehicles, stone sculptures, and fountains. Take in the open ocean views, listen to seagulls, and walk along the shore, where you can picnic. A visit to Ocean Drive Historic District represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Newport trip itinerary maker site to plot your vacation.
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  • By jcejudo1216
    Don't miss this when visiting Newport: the properties are just as awesome as the ocean, a relaxing drive! 
    Don't miss this when visiting Newport: the properties are just as awesome as the ocean, a relaxing drive!  more »
  • By SuzyQu15
    A beautiful, well marked drive alongside the Ocean, with several places to pull over, stop and sit. Gorgeous and well worth the time. 
    A beautiful, well marked drive alongside the Ocean, with several places to pull over, stop and sit. Gorgeous and well worth the time.  more »
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  • By Ben Roth
    Great way to start off your visit to Newport! This short driver offers amazing coastal views and passes by many extravagant mansions, both historic and modern. You’ll pass by a couple of small but beautiful parks in Brenton Point and Fort Adams, along with a few small beaches nestled in along the rocky shoreline and the luxurious Castle Hill Inn. Really has a little bit of everything that makes Newport famous!
  • By Laura DeQuattro
    Beautiful to look at and people watch
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