Newport is a great destination for those looking for a nice long weekend trip. Unless you are *way* into the mansions and want to explore each one in detail, you can spend 2-3 days in Newport and see most of the top sites. Of course, most people go for the mansions and they don't disappoint. You can hit the favorites, like the Breakers, The Elms, Marble House and Rosecliff-- they are unbelievable in scale and grandeur. You should visit some of the smaller houses as well, as they are all  more...