St John’s is the oldest city in North America, and here you’ll find a refreshing blend of old and new.
Bright, technicolour houses blanket the hill on which the city is set, heading down towards the sparkling waterfront and busy harbour.
Quidi Vidi is a tiny fishing village with old-world charm and plenty of character; spend an afternoon here exploring the quaint antique shop and strolling the coast, before stopping for a drink or two at the village pub. For the best views of St John’s, make the climb up Signal Hill, which has a proud military history and offers unbeatable vistas over St John’s harbour and the Avalon Peninsula. The first transatlantic wireless signal was received here, and these historic roots are celebrated in Cabot Tower, where visitors can browse the Heritage Shop and discover more about the hill’s history.
Set amidst the natural beauty of Newfoundland and brimming with culture, St John’s also offers fantastic shopping and entertainment options, with a burgeoning culinary scene. After dining at one of the exciting restaurants, head to George Street for bars and live music – the area is particularly lively during the George Street Festival, which takes place each year in the summer.
- Discover Quidi Vidi, a scenic fishing village in St John's and the National Historic site of Cape Spear
- Look out for woodland caribou while driving through the scenic Avalon Peninsula, whales and puffins at Witless Bay Ecological Reserve and gannets at ape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve Seabird Sanctuary
- Visit historic lighthouses such Cape Race Lighthouse, where on April 14th, 1912 this station received distress calls from the HMS Titanic
- Drive along the Viking Trail, stopping to visit Port au Choix National Historic Site, and stay at the original light keepers residence on the remote Quirpon Island
- Discover the diversity landscapes and history while visiting all four of Atlantic Canada's provinces
- Visit seven of Atlantic Canada's magnificent national parks
- Spend a day on one of Canada's most spectacular scenic drives - The Cabot Trail
- Explore and hike through one of Canada's most breath-taking settings - Gros Morne National Park
- Enjoy an unforgettable wildlife experience as you board a cruise from Bay Bulls to cliffs that are home to Atlantic Puffins.
- Explore the colorful row houses of the downtown area of St. John's or discover the walking trails on your way to Signal Hill.
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- Enjoy a city tour around St John's and visit some of its highlights such as the National Historic site of Cape Spear and the Signal Hill.
- Join a cruise through "The Narrows", home to the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales
- Immerse yourself in the unique lifestyle of Fogo Island with a three-hour guided walking tour.
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