Soak up Newport's incredible 376-year history with a guided tour that begins with a drive past Trinity Church. Built in 1726, it's the state's oldest Episcopal parish. Further on is Church of Saint Mary's, completed in 1852. Journey along Ocean Drive with magnificent coastal scenery and down Bellevue Avenue, home of palatial mansions called "summer cottages" by the wealthy. One of the first residences you'll see is The Elms, completed in 1901 at a cost reported at approximately $1.4 million. Another eye-popping sight is Marble House, built between 1888 and 1892 for the Vanderbilts at a cost of $11 million. Drive past the 1902 architectural beauty of Rosecliff and stop at the John L. Loeb, Jr. Visitors Center at Touro Synagogue, the oldest acting synagogue in the U.S. After a presentation explore the Loeb Center; later, you can remain in town for independent sightseeing and shopping or return to the tender pier via your guided transportation.