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.

Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. 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 Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Check out the shops and lively bars 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

Irish Loop Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

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

Explore Newfoundland: Audio Driving and Walking Tour Bundle

Friendly St. John’s: A Newfoundland Port Self-Guided Audio Tour

St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
Top hotels in Central

Monastery Hotel
Love it !
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Jag Boutique Hotel
Great experience.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Everything was grest
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Alt Hotel St. John's
The hotel was very modern and exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Ok
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Crossroads Inn & Suites
The Crossroads Inn and Suites was exceptional as usual. The staff was friendly and welcoming, from the front desk to the cleaning staff. The room, as always, was very clean and comfortable. I especially like the balcony rooms.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
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.
