Rosecliff
A white party mansion modelled on the Grand Trianon at Versailles, with Newport's largest ballroom, where several films have been shot.
Rosecliff was built in 1898–1902 for Theresa Fair Oelrichs, heiress to a Nevada silver-mining fortune, and designed by Stanford White in the style of the Grand Trianon at Versailles. It is famous for Newport's largest ballroom and its heart-shaped staircase, and both the 1974 film The Great Gatsby and True Lies were filmed here. It is now a popular wedding venue, so check closing days before you visit. Managed by the Preservation Society of Newport County, single-property tickets start at about US$30. Multi-property passes are also available, and advance booking via the official website is recommended.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00 (seasonal changes)