Early Newport Harbor and Maritime Museum

Newport Rhode Island Sailing

Newport Rhode Island is considered by many to be the sailing capital of the world. With its refreshing ocean breezes, beautiful coastline and stunning sights, Newport Rhode Island offers an unparalleled sailing experience. With more types of boats departing regularly than anywhere else, a harbor tour is a must while in Newport as a guest of our Newport Rhode Island Inn. Season for most boats is May 15-October 15 - Reservations strongly encouraged - Note that schedules vary due to weather, season and charters.  Rates may be different than posted on our Rhode Island Inn website.

Adirondack II - 846-3018 - 60 passengers; schooner
A 78-foot classically designed schooner. She truly sails and offers true comfort on deck for her full complement of 60 guests. Accommodating up to 60 passengers provides plenty of space and comfort for larger groups. Departs from the Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Avenue.
Depart/Return/Fare
11:00am 12:30pm $23.00
1:00pm 3:00pm $25.00
3:30pm 5:30pm $25.00
6:00pm Dusk $30.00

Amazing Grace - 847-9109, powerboat, 99 passengers
Enjoy the fresh sea breezes and learn of the past 350 years of enriched history in the establishing of the City-By-The-Sea and its earning of the title "Yachting Capital of the World." Being rich in maritime heritage - past and present - Newport should be seen by boat to fully appreciate the colonial heritage, yachting activity and the opulent "Summer Cottages." Two decks, full bar service; one hour tour.
• Departs from Oldport Marine. Next to the Mooring on America’s Cup Avenue
• Schedule: Noon, 1:30, 3, 4:30, 6
• Tickets: $9 per person
America's Cup Charters - 846-9886
Two hour evening sails are available aboard our legendary America's Cup Twelve Meter yachts. Our Twelves all raced for yachting's most coveted prize, and three actually won the America's Cup. Participation is welcomed but not required! Get involved in the sailing or just sit back and enjoy the sunset on picturesque Narragansett Bay. We'll sail past Castle Hill Lighthouse and historic Rose Island, and the beautiful summer White House of JFK, Hammersmith Farm. Reservations required.
• Departs Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina.
• Rates: $60 for a 2 hour sunset sail
 
Madeline  - 847-0298 - 49 passengers; Schooner
Specifically designed and built to carry passengers easily and safely throughout local waters, Madeleine maintains 19th century style with 21st century comfort.
Departs from Bannisters/Bowen’s Wharf Basin, America's Cup Avenue
Spring: 11, 1, 3,6.
Summer: 10:30, 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30.
Fall: 11,1,3, sunset. Late Fall: 12, 2, 4:30
• Tickets: $25 per person; Sunset $30 per person
RumRunner II - 847-0299 - 49 passengers; powerboat Newly restored Elco Motoryacht, built in 1929 during the height of Prohibition, carries you swiftly and safely through local waters. She offers the luxury and intrigue you would imagine of a high-speed bandit with a history all her own.
Summer: 11:30, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:00
Spring: 1:30, 3:30, 5:30 (Weekends only)
Fall: 1:30, 3:30, 5:30
• Tickets: East Passage Express: $17.00 per person; Smugglers Cocktail Cruise: $22.00 per person - Includes complimentary beverages including RI Black Duck Rum
Flyer Catamaran - 848-2100
A unique tour aboard a 57', high performance catamaran. Tours depart from Inn on Long Wharf.
Schedule: May - October, 2 Hour tours
Departures: 10, 12:30, 3, 6
Tickets: $25 per person
 

Sightsailing - 849-3333 Sightsailer -16 passengers; sailboat; 75 minute tours Custom designed by world renown naval architect Yves-Marie Tanton (Tanton Yachts). Sightsailer is very fast, fun and comfortable. Sit in its cushioned cockpit complete with back and footrests or in its stern mount swivel chairs! Relax as you sail past the sights of the harbor and Bay or take a turn at the wheel.
May: 10:30, 12:30., 2:30, 4:30
Memorial Day - Labor Day: 10, 12, 2, 3:45, 5:15, 7, Labor Day to Columbus Day: 10:30, 12:30, 2L30, 4, 4:30 sunset.
Tickets: $25 per person:
Sunset: $28 per person includes complimentary beverages

Starlight 2-6 passengers, sailboat, 2 hour sails
With just 2 to 6 guests it is like sailing on your own private yacht. With its well appointed cabin and plenty of deck space, it is the ideal boat to take for a leisurely 2 sail. You'll enjoy the privacy and comfort of an O'Day 34', one of the most popular cruising yachts ever! We have even seen it be the romantic backdrop for a marriage proposal!
Schedule: 10:30, 1, 3:30, 6
Tickets: $30 per person

 

 
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