Replicas of Columbus’ ships coming to NKY

Replicas of the famous ships Christopher Columbus used to travel, the Pinta and the Nina, will be open for public tours Sept. 10–20 at 301 Riverboat Row in Newport.

The Nina was built by hand and without the use of power tools, and is considered to be the most historically accurate Columbus replica ever built, according to a press release. The Pinta was built in Brazil and is a larger version of the archetypal caravel.

The tours will be self-guided. Prices include $8 for adults, $7 for senior citizens and $6 for students (ages 5-16). Children 4 and under are free.

The ships will be open every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reservations are not necessary, but 30-minute, guided group tours can be can be made by calling 787-672-2152 or by visiting www.ninapinta.org. A minimum of 15 people is required for group tours and there is not a maximum limit. All groups are $5 per person, regardless of age.