Great tour with tons of puffins and information. Nice, clean boat and great staff. I highly…read morereccomend. I would also use their transportation and not an Uber. End this afternoon with fish and chips back in town at Dukes and get the Gravy!

Not only was the crew amazing, they delivered!…read more Sea birds as far as the eye can see and we kicked into two early season humpback whales. Simply incredible and well worth the trip.

Bruce Miller, born in a resettled village, Kerley's Harbour, and raised a cod fisherman, is your…read moretour guide and skipper for this 3-hour boat tour. Check out the website. It is money and time well-spent to get a local perspective on everything from resettlement in the 1960s to joining the confederation to quality of life today. There is an option to hike a two-hour path back to New Bonaventure, but we all chose to stay aboard. The day was quite warm and windy and he warned us that we would get wet. He is a very able skipper though and did his best to shield us. Actually there was a couple sitting forward of me from Paradise NL who shielded me best from the chop coming over the side. But we were dry soon and sharing tea and bisquits in his cabin in a comfy cove. He and his wife Bernice, manager of the Random Passage site that is seen during the tour, own the cabin that is accessible only by water. We saw a bald eagle on her nest and two in flight. One of the most authentic and energizing tours of the area. Just 10-12 people in the open boat. See my photos.

Go on a Rugged Beauty Boat Tour. Period. This is the real…read moredeal. It's not a touristy boat tour full of hype and searching for ice bergs and whales (which you can often see from shore and you might see with this trip, but never guaranteed). Rugged Beauty is much more than that. This is a trip back in time and into the resettled outports around Trinity Bay. Bruce Miller is fantastic and also the real deal. Bruce was born in Kerley's Harbour around cod fishermen (and women) and grew up with a family that was forced to resettle. You'll learn about cod and how it was processed for sale, you'll see photos of what the resettled communities looked like as you gaze at what is left. Bruce knows his family history and his stories of that time are captivating. Bernice is lovely too (if you get the chance to meet her). The trip ashore to Bruce and Bernice's cabin in British Harbour (accessible by boat) is a rare treat. If you haven't got the message yet... Go On This Tour.

We recently had friends visiting from Honduras and decided to immerse them into some local history…read moreby booking a 'Travel Through Twine' walking tour of the Battery in St. John's with Randy Pearcey. I have to say that it is one of the best ways to spend a few hours, especially if you have friends or family visiting from away. Randy is a retired teacher and is a wealth of knowledge of the area with an ability to educate his guests in a very passionate and informative way. Tony Pearcey had the wood stove nicely burning by the time we returned to Pearcey's Twine Store after our walking tour, which was so welcoming. We were able to relax, tell a few stories and enjoy the view of the harbour. This tour is highly recommended. It's a very good experience and will leave you with many good memories. I highly recommend it. Janet Lenover Bay Roberts, NL

From the owner: The guided tour will take you on the breathtaking North Head Trail; watch the waves of the North…read moreAtlantic Ocean roll as Randy gives an authentic account of the area as only he can. Randy was born in St. John’s and raised in the Outer Battery by a family of fishermen – his knowledge of Signal Hill and its history, coupled with his outgoing personality, creates memories that will last a lifetime. No Signal Hill tour would be complete without a visit to the Pearcey Family Twine Store and Stage. Erected in 1890 by Randy’s great grandfather, experience an on-the-water museum while learning about the cultural significance of the cod fishery to Newfoundland and Labrador, the international influence on St. John’s Harbour, and so much more! Want to journey back in time on your next vacation or staycation? Drop us a line — you will not be disappointed!

We came here for my wife's birthday (at the time, fiancé), and it turned out to be an absolute…read moreblast -- easily one of the highlights of our trip! The crew was amazing and so memorable, making the whole experience even better. The views along the coastline and out on the water were stunning, and we even made it all the way down to the beautiful Cape Spear. To top it off, we were lucky enough to spot a couple of whales, puffins and eagles during the trip -- truly unforgettable. If you're in St. John's, this is an absolute must-do experience. Highly recommend!

We were not disappointed!! Today we saw lots of puffins, a bald eagle, several northern Gannett…read more(looks like an albatross!) but the best part was seeing 2 humpback whales who came up to the boat. They even rubbed their backs under the boat and nudged us some. Several times they poked their noses out of the water, flapped a fin like a wave, and brought their tails out of the water, we got sprayed by there blowhole. And they stayed around the boat. Outstanding. The crew was serious about safety and even provided a squirt of sunscreen. The history, humor, and Screech-in ceremony were certainly memorable. Definitely recommend this group!

We did the combination tour while in St. John's which is a 3 hour tour. Most of that time is spent…read moretraveling between the stops we made. We went to Cape Spear, Petty Harbour, downtown St. John's, Signal Hill, Cabot Tower & Quidi Vidi. I appreciated the breadth of Brendan's knowledge about St. John's & Newfoundland in general. During the drive he would tell us interesting historical facts & stories. I do wish we'd had more time at each stop. The longest time we had was at Cape Spear, about 25 minutes. Hubby & I only had enough time to go up to the gift shop, take some pictures of the lighthouse & views. It would have been nice to get a chance to hike around some more. Also the van we were transported in fit 4 couples comfortably but it looked kind of worn. Some of the upholstery on the backs of the seats was fraying & the van smelled a bit musty. There was another tour group shadowing us & their bus looked much larger & newer so I was wishing we'd been in a nice bus like that. Other than that though, I would say the tour was enjoyable. The price of the tour was fair.

Very disappointed in this tour. I went on it to learn about the history of St. John's... cause you…read moreknow it has a long, vivid history. What we got was some guy driving us around in a van - except it wasn't near as creepy as that sentence sounds. We received a few tidbits of information, but a lot more bad jokes. Just avoid it.

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.

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.

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.

I went for a snorkelling tour and is was extremely disappointing. I spent over $250 for the chance…read moreto swim with whales instead, I was met with extreme fog and visibility while snorkelling was less than 3 meters. When I asked for a refund or partial refund I was met with no sympathy and was told my concerns were not valid even though it was noted by the tour guides how poor the conditions were. This is outside of the fact that there was little to no safety precautions our guidance while in the water. This didn't seem worth addressing either by their team when brought to their attention. Save yourself a small fortune and just go to Gatheralls for a whale tour because Ocean Quest chooses to take your money and run.