Avalon Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Avalon Peninsula
Downtown St. John's
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown St. John's. A stop by George Street or Atlantic Place might round out your trip.
Quidi Vidi
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Mile One Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit Confederation Building and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.
The Battery
When in The Battery, you can plan a visit to Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Popular places to visit
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
George Street
Enjoy nights of singing, drinking, dancing and live music at the party capital of downtown St. John’s, two blocks of clubs and bars.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Signal Hill National Historic Site
Retrace historic moments of this landmark hill, the site of wartime defenses and where the first transatlantic wireless signal was received.
Cape Spear National Historic Site
Explore the great outdoors at Cape Spear National Historic Site, a lovely green space in St. John's. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
You can find out about the history of St. John's when you stop by Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
