Newport, RI: LobsterFest

Duration: 3 Days | Meals Included: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

 

Trip Highlights:

 

Lobsterfest at the Newport Playhouse & Cabaret 

The Newport Playhouse & Cabaret offers a delicious dining and delightful entertainment experience. Enjoy a Lobsterfest feast, a wonderful play, and a fun-filled cabaret. Their extensive buffet offers a variety of hot and cold foods, main entrees, side dishes, beverages and homemade desserts; everything is prepared on the premises. A full liquor service is available either table side or at the comfortable bar. During dessert, company members will entertain you with captivating cabaret-style songs. The theatre is just a short stroll from the dining room, where you will enjoy a wonderful play performed by professional actors worthy of Broadway. 

 

2025 Newport Playhouse show is "Cosmo St. Charles Is Dead and Someone in This Room Killed Him"

There's been a murder at the St. Charles Estate, and one detective is determined to get to the bottom of it. If they could only get their facts straight! Join this sleuth and the cast of suspects through the comedic twists and turns of a mystery with a different ending every show.

 

Newport Sightseeing Tour

Discover the enchanting charm of Newport, RI, on our guided tour. Explore the historic buildings and meticulously restored homes that showcase the town's rich heritage. Marvel at the breathtaking views along the rugged Ten-Mile Ocean Drive, and admire the mansions lining tree-lined Bellevue Avenue.

 

Marble House

Marble House, built by William Vanderbilt of New York as a 39th birthday gift for his wife Alva Vanderbilt, stands as a testament to Gilded Age opulence. After their divorce in 1895, Alva married Oliver H.P. Belmont and moved to Belcourt, located just down the street. Following Belmont's death, she reopened Marble House and added a stunning Chinese Tea House on the seaside cliffs, which became a venue for women’s suffrage rallies. Experience the grandeur of Marble House at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour.

 

Olde Mistick Village

Olde Mistick Village is much more than just a shopping destination; it’s a charming experience that transports you back in time. Stroll through the beautifully recreated 18th-century village, where you’ll find a delightful array of unique shops offering custom gifts, locally-made souvenirs, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Enjoy a variety of dining options, from cozy cafes to gourmet restaurants, all set within this picturesque setting. There are many benches and rest areas to catch your breath, unwind, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and let your mind slip pleasantly back to another era.

 

Meal Information:

 

Dinner on day one is included at Johnny's Restaurant. Choices are:

• Chicken Picatta with capers 

• 12 oz. Grilled NY Sirloin

• Vegetarian Entree

Dinner includes salad, dessert, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.

 

Lunch on day two is included at Newport Playhouse Lobsterfest. Choices are:

• Broiled Lobster

• Oven Roasted Chicken

Lunch also includes mussels sauteed in white wine & garlic, and a choice of New England clam chowder or salad. This delicious feast also includes corn on the cob, roasted red bliss potatoes, and fresh baked rolls. Dessert choices include: strawberry shortcake, chocolate brownie, or watermelon. Drinks included are coffee, tea, and water.

 

Menus are subject to change.

 

Need to Know:

• The Marble House tour requires a considerable amount of walking; wear comfortable walking shoes.

• Marble House: This tour is self-guided. Visitors must bring their own smart device with earbuds/headsets and download the free Newport Mansions tour app before visiting. Click here to download the free Newport Mansions app in the Google Play Store for Android devices, or the Newport Mansions app in the App Store for Apple devices. Printed scripts may be available and staff may be on hand to answer questions.

• Every Starr trip includes deluxe round-trip motorcoach transportation from one or more of our departure locations.

• A Starr Tour Director will accompany you on this trip.

• Baggage handling at hotels is included.

 

Accessibility:

• The Marble House: offers partial wheelchair accessiblity. The front door has one step for entry. The second floor is accessible by elevator or stairs. The mezzanine, kitchen, and pantry are not wheelchair accessible. A handicap-accessible restroom is located on the second floor.

• Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Wyndham Newport Hotel (Middletown, RI)

The Wyndham Newport Hotel is your waterfront retreat near historic downtown Newport. The hotel has a restaurant/lounge, indoor pool, and fitness room. Guest rooms include one or two king-size beds, coffee maker, mini-fridge, microwave, hair dryer, and iron/board.