Popular places to visit
Colonial Building
You can find out about the history of St. John's with a trip to Colonial Building. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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 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.
Fort Amherst
Newfoundland’s first lighthouse has stood sentry over St. John’s harbor for more than 200 years and is where you can take in glorious sea views.
Activities
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
St. John's: Cape Spear and City Tour with Local Guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Bannerman
Rennies Mill
When in Rennies Mill, you can plan a visit to Bannerman Park and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fort William
While visiting Fort William, you might make a stop by sights like Alexis Templeton Studio and Christ Church.
Georgestown
While Georgestown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bannerman Park and The Rooms.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are top sights worth seeing.
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit Bannerman Park and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.
The Battery
When in The Battery, you can plan a visit to Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.