Downtown St. John's Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
National War Memorial
Find out about the history of St. John's when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and lively bars 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.
Activities
The best of St. John's walking tour
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
Birds and Bergs in Newfoundland
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. John's
The Battery
While visiting The Battery, you might make a stop by sights like Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower.
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.
Waterford Valley
While Waterford Valley isn't home to many top sights, Village Shopping Centre and Avalon Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Bowring Park are top sights worth seeing.
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