Popular places to visit

Colonial Building
You can find out about the history of St. John's when you stop by Colonial Building. Check out 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.

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.

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 relaxing 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.

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.
Things to do

2 Hour Award-Winning Whale and Seabird Boat Tour from St. John's

St. John's 3 Hour Newfoundland Food Tour

St. John's: Cape Spear and City Tour with Local Guide

Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour

4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)

Friendly St. John’s: A Newfoundland Port Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Bannerman

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Jag Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bannerman

Rennies Mill
Though Rennies Mill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. John's Government House and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

Fort William
If you're spending some time in Fort William, Christ Church and Commissariat House are top sights worth seeing.

Georgestown
Georgestown might not have many top sights, but The Rooms and Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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
While there might not be top attractions in Churchill Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederation Building and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.

The Battery
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Battery and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower.