Waterford Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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 walkable 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.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
St. John's NL: Cape Spear & City Tour with Local Guide
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
Our pick of the best Waterford Valley Hotel Deals
Executive Stay in Bowring Park
Great and amazing experience, from a responsive host and clean spaces with many activities to do at the stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Jag Boutique Hotel
Clean, spacious and uniquely decorated rooms. Great sound proofing barely heard a thing! Food and drinks on site next level as well. 10/10 will be back
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Excellent stay as always!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Cleanliness at this hotel has improved a lot. I was told it was under new management and it shows. This was my 3 stay here where the fire alarm went off. This time at 2:20 am. False alarm which was a good thing.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Capital Hotel
Rooms very nice and staff very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
It needs more amenities like a fridge space for long term stays
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterford Valley
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.
Mundy Pond
Though Mundy Pond may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Waterford River Walk and Mary Brown's Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kenmount East
While there might not be top attractions in Kenmount East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avalon Mall and Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden.
Kenmount West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kenmount West and surrounding area, you can visit Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
