Downtown St. John's Travel Guide
St. John's
Visit Downtown St. John's
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.
National War Memorial
Find out about the history of St. John's when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
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
You can find out about the history of St. John's when you stop by Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
St. John's: Cape Spear and City Tour with Local Guide
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
Private Cape Spear and St. John's Photography Tour
Top hotels in Downtown St. John's
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. John's
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.
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 The Rooms and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
Rennies Mill
When in Rennies Mill, you can plan a visit to St. John's Government House and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Bannerman Park.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mile One Centre, 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.