Rough Point
Welcome to the Newport home of Doris Duke—heiress, philanthropist and art collector. Enjoy her magnificent oceanfront estate, still decorated as she left it, where you will see French furniture, European art, Chinese porcelains, and Turkish carpets collected from exotic locations around the world. Located on Newport’s exclusive Bellevue Avenue, Rough Point provides a sweeping ocean view and expansive grounds designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.
Tour this Newport estate as a welcome guest, and experience life as a 20th-century heiress. All tours are led by a knowledgeable guide. Small, intimate groups of 12–14 guests allow for a relaxed and personal experience. Lasting approximately one hour, the tour visits the entire first floor of the house, then continues upstairs with a visit to Doris Duke's bedroom and to the special exhibition galleries.
In 2012, take a journey with Passport to the World: Doris Duke the International Traveler exhibit. Learn about Miss Duke’s love of travel, which began at an early age and continued through her adult years as she traveled for business, leisure and humanitarian work. Discover how she traveled and to where; and get a glimpse at the diverse art and fashions she collected along the way. The exhibit is open April 12 – November 3, 2012.
Schedule and Ticketing Information
Tour Schedule
Open for tours April – November. Tickets are $25 for adults and free for children 12 and younger.
Tickets may be purchased in advance for select tour times or at the door.
Rough Point is open for the 2012 season from April 12 – November 5.
Property Information
680 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI
ph (401) 847-8344
View a map, or for complete directions visit the Directions page.
Parking is available at the property. The estate is fully air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible.
