Tour The Breakers

The Breakers: A Step into the Gilded Age

Attraction Introduction:

Step into the elegance of America's Gilded Age with a visit to The Breakers, a Vanderbilt family summer home located in Newport, Rhode Island. This opulent mansion, completed in 1895, features 70 rooms of meticulously designed interiors, opulent decor, and expansive gardens. Designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt, the mansion is a masterpiece of Renaissance Revival style, showcasing the immense wealth and taste of one of America’s most prominent families.

Visiting Tips:

Visitors are advised to start their tour early in the day to avoid crowds and to fully appreciate the intricate details of the mansion. The Breakers offers self-guided audio tours available in several languages, allowing guests to explore the mansion at their own pace. Be sure to take your time in the Great Hall and the gilded dining room, both highlights of the tour. Don't miss a stroll through the beautiful gardens and enjoy the stunning ocean views from the terrace. While photography is allowed, tripods and flash photography are not permitted inside the mansion.

Precautions:

Be prepared for some walking as the tour involves navigating multiple floors and extensive grounds. Wear comfortable shoes and consider bringing a light jacket, as the coastal weather can be unpredictable. While strollers are not allowed inside the mansion, there is a designated area to park them. The mansion offers limited wheelchair accessibility; it is advisable to contact the venue in advance for detailed accessibility information. Finally, respect the historical nature of the site by not touching the artifacts and furniture.