Children and Family Friendly Activities

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The Experience

The Vanderbilt was built in 1908 by Alfred Vanderbilt and donated to the YMCA for the benefit of the young men of the area. This commitment to the engagement, development, and entertainment of children and young adults is a legacy that we hope cary on, over a century later. Explore these children and family friendly activities or connect with our team to create a customized experience sure to create lasting memories.

Children's Amenity
Children's Amenity

Children's Welcome Amenity

For our little adventurers, a treasure trove awaits with a fun surprise upon arrival. Children can choose a fun an enriching gift upon arrival. Create, discovery and play with us.

  • Complimentary gift options include:

  • – Stuffed whale

  • – Coloring book and pencils

  • – Kaleidoscope

  • – Deck of cards

  • – Puzzles

Teepee for Kids
Teepee for Kids

Teepees with roll out mats & coloring book

Every explorer needs a retreat, to chart his course or count his booty. Your tent awaits you on arrival to your room! Every kid under 12

  • Complimentary

  • Contact the Concierge to request your teepee

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Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger Hunt

Little Adventurers explore the Downtown Mansion. Climb the stairs, circle the halls, slide down our banisters in search of the fun facts about the Vanderbilt. A treat awaits at each next discovery and a delicious treat is your final reward.

  • Complimentary

  • Contact the Concierge to arrange your hunt

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Kids Chef Experience
Kids Chef Experience

Young Chef in Training

A cooking experience designed for young chefs in training. An interactive class taught by a member of our extraordinary culinary team and includes a tour of the Chef’s kitchen. Young chefs can pick from learning to bake cookies from scratch, making homemade pasta or the perfect grill cheese sandwich.

  • 60 minute class I $100 per person

  • 30 minute class I $75 per person

  • Add a chef hat and apron for $25

  • Contact the Concierge to reserve your class

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Children and Family Friendly Activities
cliff
Take in dramatic views from the Cliff Walk
water
Discover the mansions of Newport
pool
Go for a swim year-round
breakers
Get a rare insider’s look at the Breakers
a classic convertible at the entrance of The Vanderbilt in Newport, Rhode Island
Cruise through Newport in a classic automobile
Art of Scrimshaw
The Art of Scrimshaw
Oyster
New England Oyster Adventure
Ship at Vanderbilt
Ships from Yard to Sea
OG workshop at Vanderbilt
Into the Workshop with Artisan Jonathan Glatt
tarrot card reader at Vanderbilt
Enchanted Hour in the Mansion
Yoga at Vanderbilt
Yoga Views
Ship
Trim the Sails
Wellness meditation
Bedtime Bliss
Vanderbilt dine area
Mixing on the Coast: Remy Cointreau at The Vanderbilt
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