Central
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL
The Best of St. John's Private Walking Tour
Top hotels in Central
Monastery Hotel
Beautiful hotel and spa. We stayed 4 nights. Each of our rooms came with a jacuzzi and a bottle of wine. We loved our stay here and will stay here again. Thank you for great service and great accommodations.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Always friendly, sometimes upgrade. Free parking with2 hotels is a major plus!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Jag Boutique Hotel
Our favourite place in town
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
perfect spot when going or coming home from vacation
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Bulbs in the lamps and the lights in the hallways need to be replaced. It’s really dark. Otherwise, it was a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Very nice staff !
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Rabbittown
Rabbittown might not have many top sights, but The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Georgestown
Georgestown might not have many top sights, but The Rooms and St. John's Government House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mundy Pond
While there might not be top attractions in Mundy Pond, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
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 The Rooms.
