Marble House

My wife and I came to Rhode Island specifically to visit Marble House. We were here many years ago visiting mansions and Marble House was closed. It was well worth the return visit. The house has been restored and decorated. The history of the house was very interesting. The craftsmanship of the house is extraordinary.

Nice mansion where they filmed the latest Great Gatsby film. Chinese tea house out back is cute but don’t go for the food - all about the view. Order some tea.

The Marble House was my favorite out of all the mansions we visited. It’s one of the few places in the U.S. that truly made me feel like I was back in Europe with its stunning architecture and design. I also appreciated that this mansion shared more about the family and its history than the others. The plaques and signage throughout gave a deeper understanding of the people who lived there, which added to the experience. If you’re touring the mansions, this one is definitely a standout!

We were truly impressed by this historic and luxurious place in Newport, Rhode Island. The Marble House is another stunning Gilded Age mansion, renowned for its opulence and architectural grandeur. Like The Breakers, Marble House was built for a member of the Vanderbilt family and is now part of the Newport Mansions. Commissioned by William K. Vanderbilt, grandson of shipping and railroad magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt, the house was built as a summer home for his wife, Alva Vanderbilt. Constructed between 1888 and 1892, it cost approximately $11 million at the time, with $7 million spent on marble alone. Richard Morris Hunt, who also designed The Breakers, was the architect behind this masterpiece, which is considered one of his finest works. The mansion is designed in the Beaux-Arts style, with strong classical influences drawn from French châteaux and palaces. True to its name, Marble House features 500,000 cubic feet of marble, especially in its interior. This extensive use of marble creates an atmosphere of grandeur and timeless beauty. Inside, visitors can explore lavish rooms, such as the Grand Salon, Dining Room, and Gothic Room, all showcasing intricate details, rich gilding, and luxurious tapestries. One of the unique features of Marble House is the Chinese Tea House, situated on the back lawn with a view of the ocean. Today, Marble House is open to the public as part of the Newport Mansions, managed by the Preservation Society of Newport County. Visitors can tour its grand interiors and beautiful grounds, which provide a glimpse into the extravagant lifestyle of the Gilded Age, with its emphasis on elegance, art, and architectural magnificence.

A fascinating look into the lives of the Vanderbilts, and American "aristocracy" during the period. A beautiful home with a mish mash of influences from Italian Renaissance, East Asian, Gothic and several more. Absolutely recommend visiting if in the area.

A lovely home! We enjoyed the audio guides - don't forget your headphones. The extra stories are amazing.

We went up during the off season on a rainy day so there were people but fairly empty so no need to get tickets before! The mansion is absolutely stunning and decorated really beautifully for Christmas

We bought the 3 mansion pack! The marble house was awesome! No wait at all on a Friday afternoon in October. The 3 mansion pack was $96 for 2 adults. Well worth the $$