i usually find desert walk and trails boring but the trail…read moreleading up to signal hill is phenomenal i loved st. john's when you live in this HOLE (toronto), it's really appreciated in signal Hill has a pretty decent gift shop, I wouldn't bother going up the stairs of the small lighthouse, it's boring

Even though it was off season, cold and windy the site is very interesting. When I was there, there…read morewere 6 bald eagles overhead. The sunset was amazing and views perfect.

This iconic monument honours the service of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians during the First World…read moreWar. It was unveiled in 1924 and represents a time well before Newfoundland joined the Canadian Federation. The main statue features a female allegorical sculpture, often referred to as Victory, Liberty, or the Spirit of Newfoundland. It rises above bronze figures of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, Royal Naval Reserve, Merchant Marine, and Forestry Corps. The monument is in Downtown St. John's and was an easy walk from our Hotel. It's located near the harbour where troops departed and returned from the war and it remains an important site of remembrance. Across the street you'll find a monument to the 2 iconic dog breeds named for this Province - Newfoundland and Labrador.

Excellent museum. This is a great stop on your way down the hill from Signal Hill…read more When we went they had a Titanic exhibit which was extremely well done. Really takes you from start to finish the whole history. Extremely thorough and detailed. And also, they have an oil & gas exhibit which I really enjoyed as well. Very informative. I thought it was a very good way to spend an hour or two.

I actually thought this museum was great. I found the displays interesting. There were fossil…read moredisplays, replicas of human skulls from Neanderthals comparing to modern day humans & short movies about how the earth was formed etc. I didn't pay much attention to the oil related displays so maybe that's why I enjoyed it. Nice to see actor Gordon Pinset doing one of the informative movies.

This is the first stop (optionally) on the trek up to the top of Signal Hill. Plenty of parking and…read moresome amenities inside like a cafe/chocolate store, restrooms, and exhibit. The views here are gorgeous and there are plenty of trails to wander as you take in the natural beauty and bird's eye views of St. John's.

Since my last visit to Signal Hill two years ago, the clean drive up the hill has been replaced…read morewith a weird roundabout dealie that forces cars and pedestrians alike over to the Signal Hill Visitor's Centre. It's a small, uninspiring building from the outside that holds a museum with a military-communications slant and a very wee café slinging the necessities: hydration for the hikers, light lunches for those waiting for the hikers. A bottle of water and a Gatorade was $5 flat. From what I could see inside, the exhibits themselves looked pretty bare bones but I did hear the staff person mentioning a twenty minute film that loops pretty frequently. Not exactly sure what it's about but I'd say any movie is a tough sell when you could just pop up to the top of Signal Hill and soak in the view.

Essential service when traveling in St. John's for a short trip and with a small group. For just…read more$55 (adult) for two days, you get driven from Downtown to all the key tourist destinations like Signal Hill, the Geo Centre, Quidi Vidi, The Rooms, and Cape Spear Lighthouse. You can hop on and hop off at any point. They make a stop at each of these locations each hour until around 3 pm each day (check their schedule on their site or grab a pamphlet at their booth). You'll find their first pickup stop right in front of the Alt Hotel and that's where you can also buy a ticket. We stumbled across them while walking by, initially considering Ubering to our destinations, but after comparing the prices, this seemed worthwhile. For reference, an Uber ride to Cape Spear from Downtown is $40 one way, so it seems like a no-brainer to use this service for a couple or small group, especially if you're not using a rental car. The driver also acts as a tour guide while driving across town, providing a bit of history. Coincidentally, Bobby was our driver both days; each time we hopped on, it was him, and he was friendly and added to the enjoyment of our ride to the destination.

They cut our tour short even though we paid for a full tour. We didn't get to see much of the city…read more It was a waste of money.

We went to Manuels River as a last-minute activity before boarding a plane back to Toronto. We…read morethought it would help tire the kids out. But as we rushed off to the airport 3 hours later, we were wishing we had more time to spend at this beautiful place, and talking about all the things we'd like to do there the next time we visit. We started our morning with a tour of the truly excellent Interpretation Centre, which is the perfect size to get a great overview without being overwhelmed. The information is presented in a very accessible way, and there are plenty of things to touch and buttons to push to keep children engaged. We were also provided with some additional information by a Manuels River facilitator, Madison, who was very knowledgeable and great with our kids. She also provided us with a map and directions to set us up for our hike. The trails are well marked and well groomed and perfect for families - we even brought our stroller along. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking. But the highlight for me was searching for trilobite fossils in the shale beds - and actually finding (a small) one! Very unique experience, and my dinosaur-obsessed kids loved every moment.

August 2024 - Fantastic Roman Catholic Church that is a million steps uphill from the dock. A taxi…read moreis recommended. The history of the building is very interesting. The tour guides at the church are great. Visit it, it's a high point of St. John's.

One of the most beautiful cathedrals we have seen. It was built around 1855 and the towers reach…read moreupwards toward the sky so that it stands out all over the city. Inside the main altar is beautiful and there are statues all around. The stained glass windows are gorgeous. There are other buildings that surround the church as there have a lot of ground space. There is a pillared entrance as you come up the street that makes a great frame for a picture.

This site is the location of the easternmost point of Canada. It includes the point itself, a…read morelighthouse, and many trails that connect to the East Coast trail system. It is pretty much a required visit for any visitor to St. John's, as the historical significance of the location and its natural beauty are more than representative of the region. It is a recommendation to stick to the paths that have been designated, but there are great views nonetheless. There's no shortage of places to walk and pieces of information to enhance your understanding of the historical significance of this site. Be sure to check in advance regarding weather conditions and if the offices are open, as hours are based on the seasons. It would be best for the visitor's centre to be open and for it to be a clear day.

Beautiful view of St. John's and Signal Hill. Amazing cafe…read morethat also includes the amazing view. Very interesting exhibits. The room with the animals was our favourite. Personally didn't care much for the art exhibit though, and also loses half a point for having the thinnest ply toilet paper ever in their bathroom.

Customer Service: 5 Location: 5…read moreWIFI: 5 Restrooms: 5 Cleanliness: 5 We visited the St. John's Rooms museum on Monday while we was docked for our port day. It was conveniently about a 15 minute walk from the cruise ship dock.  Upon entering the Visitors center we were quickly greeted by a friendly staff member. They were able to quickly provide us with alot of useful information. They pointed out that some parts of the museum were free, and there was like 4 rooms that required a ticket. We decided to not get a ticket because we were on a limited time schedule. This is a must stop museum, you could spend hrs just admiring all the history and scenery inside and out. Make sure you go up to the observation decks as well. They do have conference rooms and a cafeteria. I will add more info later... @glampedlife

This was an experience that started off rocky and then was salvaged. The hostess here was clearly…read moreannoyed with people wanting good tables, I get it, there are not that many perfect outside tables. When it was our turn to be seated I kid you not, we had a table in the gift shop area, I definitely asked to be reseated and she looked at like I was crazy. She went on break or something and this other waiter moved us to an awesome table outside, easy, salvaged, loved the beer and the food! Views were spectacular. It is in areas like this that I am shocked places don't open another spot, or maybe like a locals only annex.

Still one of the nicest and coolest breweries we've ever been to. The setting is unreal -- tucked…read morein a quaint fishing village, right on the water, with a massive mountain backdrop. The vibes alone are worth the trip, but add in great service and even better beer, and this place is a must! We grabbed some food and the spinach & artichoke dip was cheesy, creamy, and delicious. As for the beer -- wow. Some of our favourites included: Blackberry Rosemary Aloha Candy Store IPA Iron Sour Cherry ...and honestly so many more, it was hard to choose! We loved it so much I even picked up a Quidi Vidi shirt from the merch shop. If you're in Newfoundland, this place is an absolute must-visit.