Tour Days
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Tour Duration
Approx. 3 – 3.5 Hours
Tour Distance
Approx. 1.3 Miles Walking Distance
Cost
$76 Per Person (no alcohol)
$94 Per Person (with alcohol)
Off -The-Beaten-Path
FOOD & CULTURAL WALKING TOUR
During your Newport Neighborhood Tour, you will discover diverse, eclectic out-of-the-way neighborhood eateries – with a homespun vibe, where the locals know to go as well as hotbeds of food and fun in the more traveled parts of the city. Step inside some of what may appear as a hole-in-the-wall café or an authentic, cozy 18th century tavern and you will be surprised to find a mouthwatering food scene, using both cultural & regional influences with a strong commitment to sustainable ingredients.
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What To Expect
Distinct Rhode Island Flavors – With a world-class culinary school, it’s little wonder Rhode Island has become a destination for talented chefs. Newport is no exception to this trend, drawing talent from major metropolitan cities around the country. During your Newport Neighborhood Tour, you will discover diverse, eclectic out-of-the-way neighborhood eateries – with a homespun vibe, where the locals know to go, as well as hotbeds of food and fun in the more traveled parts of the city. Step inside some of what may appear as a hole-in-the-wall café or an authentic, cozy 18th century tavern and you will be surprised to find a mouthwatering food scene, using diverse cultural & regional influences with a strong commitment to sustainable ingredients.
Little-known Neighborhood Pathways – Between tastings you’ll not only stroll past and learn about the City by the Seas’ 17th & 18th century colonial architecture, but also get a glimpse of how these early neighborhoods came to influence American history. You’ll hear fascinating tales of local legends and folklore dating from our early forefathers to modern iconic heiresses. Our Newport Neighborhood Tasting & Cultural Walking Tour is full of fun, facts, and food!
Who Should Take This Tour?
If you are looking for a delicious food experience that will take you both away from the tourist scene and into the heart of city, you will love our tour, traveling through historically rich neighborhoods – like the Point Section, Washington Square, Broadway and more. Our tour will leave you with memorable sweet and savory local tastings from at least six diverse and highly rated eateries. Dish & Dine with us to experience this unique adventure in a lively culinary and cultural community – truly an enjoyable afternoon for all!
What To Expect
When: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from April thru November
Time: From12pm to 3-3:30pm (please arrive 15 min. early)
How Much: $76 per person no alcohol, $94 per person with alcohol
What’s Included: All tastings, enough for lunch and a guided neighborhood tour.
Sales Deadline: 9:30 AM the day of event.
Who: All ages and all fitness levels, especially those who enjoy eating, walking and learning.
Capacity: 14 people per tour
What To Wear: Comfortable clothes and shoes for walking. Please bring rain gear if wet weather is predicted and bottled water for walking in hot weather.
Weather Conditions: Tour takes place rain or shine.
Meeting Point: The Northwest corner at the intersection of Marlborough & Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. **Please double check exact location provided with tickets and reminder emails, sometime there are changes in meeting locations.
“Noshing Newport!”
“We had a great afternoon noshing the neighborhoods of Newport with our great guide Sara. I really like the variety and quality of food. We added the drink package and the beverages were thoughtfully paired.
We went down streets that I’d never have found on my own and learned interesting stories about the historical figures and modern-day proprietors of each place we visited.
I highly recommend this tour as a wonderful way to nosh Newport and get to know more than the touristy shops!”
Tripadvisor Review
“Highlight of my holiday!”
“I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this tour! The food was fresh, creative, delicious, locally-sourced, and beautifully presented. The mix of restaurants was pleasantly diverse, including trendy, historic, and up-scale Mexican, among others. Our guide was a perfect mix of friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable.
We took a wonderful walk through some off-the-beaten paths and our guide pointed out and described the backgrounds of some lovely historic homes. We also learned some local lore about famous RI families, pirates and the revolutionary days. Best of all, the tour attracted a terrific group of people.
I hadn’t thought about it intially, but turns out breaking bread together is a bonding experience, so we got to know each other over the three hours, had a lot of laughs and exchanged contact info. I was very pleasantly surprised to make these lasting personal connections which was a dimension of the tour I hadn’t anticipated. Anyone who visits Rhode Island should take this tour! It was well worth the price (felt like a deal, in fact-we were just the right degree of well-fed). The ‘feel good’ feeling has even carried over to today :-)”
Tripadvisor Review
“What a wonderful tour!!! ”
” Having never been to Newport before this was an excellent way to see the city and find some great eateries! Our host Morgan was not only informative but also very welcoming! We felt like our good friend was showing us around town rather than a paid tour, would definitely recommend to anyone!
Thank you so much for a wonderful time!!! A+ for our host Morgan!!! We’ll be sure to share this with any of our friends visiting the area!”
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Tasting Locations
Mother Pizzeria
An elevated Roman style pizza experience, with naturally fermented pizza dough and local stone ground flour with creative and interesting toppings. Mother offers many other dining options and a cocktail menu you will want to stay for.
Nitro Bar
Coffee interrupters creating a cult like statewide following of cold brew enthusiasts and tasty grab & go toast and breakfast wraps. Often referred to as the “Nitro Cartel”.
Perro Salado
Locally inspired Mexican dishes, from gourmet tacos to moles, & craft cocktails in a historic, yet festive space.
Stoneacre Garden
A fun & vibrant neighborhood eatery featuring seasonal, locally sourced produce, seafood and meats from environmentally conscious purveyors with a hint of Asian fusion style dishes within their menu.
Humming Bird
A taste of Caribbean style home cooking from Jamaica to Newport, RI.
Leo’s Food Market & Restaurant
Traditional Central American Bodega and kitchen offering street food created from authentic recipes.
Yagi Noodle
Get your nood-on at this traditional Japanese + Chinese influenced American ramen-focused menu.
Stoneacre Brasserie
A carefully curated neighborhood restaurant, approachable and decidedly unpretentious with a french twist.
Get The Scoop
Premium, hand crafted artisanal ice cream made in small batches.
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Starting Location
The Northwest corner at the intersection of Marlborough & Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. **Please double check exact location provided with tickets and reminder emails, sometime there are changes in meeting locations.
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