• A view of the Colony House on Washington Square in Newport, Rhode Island. A white sign on the building's exterior reads "Newport Historical Society"

    The Colony House is Open!

    The Colony House Holiday Market is now the Winter Market! Open Fridays through Mondays at the Colony House! Guided tours of the building are also available, at 11 am and 2 pm. Come visit!

    Open Fridays through Mondays from 10 am to 4 pm.

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Let Newport History Tours’ guides introduce you to the city’s five centuries of American history.

Newport History Tours offers walking tours that are a great activity and a fun family outing. Because group size is limited, tours can sell out. Tickets can be purchased in advance by clicking the green button above. To view the schedule, click here.

NOTE: Starting November 14, 2025, all tours will meet at the Colony House, Washington Square, Newport, RI.