Avalon Peninsula
Travel Guide
Visit Avalon Peninsula
Where to stay in Avalon Peninsula
Downtown St. John's
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown St. John's. A stop by George Street or Atlantic Place might round out your trip.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quidi Vidi
You'll enjoy the parks and historic sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market.
The Battery
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Battery and surrounding area, you can visit Johnson Geo Centre and Signal Hill National Historic Site.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are top sights worth seeing.
Jag Boutique Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Excelkent overall experience
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Good place will stay again
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units
Great spot. Very clean
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Water Street Condos
Clean, spacious and well appointed for extended stays. Easy and friendly communication with the host. Perfect location to walk to local shops, bars and restaurants.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
HarbourGate Condos & Studios
Best place to stay with my family. They love the place. Would totally Recommend it.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
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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.
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. Check out 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
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Cape Spear National Historic Site
Explore the great outdoors at Cape Spear National Historic Site, a lovely green space in St. John's. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
