Quidi Vidi

St. John's

Cabot Tower featuring general coastal views and landscape views
Cabot Tower showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Cabot Tower showing landscape views as well as a family
Cabot Tower featuring general coastal views
Cabot Tower featuring heritage elements

Put aside a day for tradition, culture and food in Quidi Vidi, a coastal fishing village that combines a fascinating history with beautiful scenery and a thriving arts and crafts scene.

Enjoy the charms of Quidi Vidi, a traditional fishing village within the city limits of St. John's, Newfoundland. Quidi Vidi was established after the discovery of its rich surrounding fishing grounds in the 16th century. Today, this lakeside settlement prides itself on its rural character defined by its collection of homes, stages, sheds and wharves nestled into a dramatic scenic setting. Stop by the Visitor Centre in the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, where you can learn about the French-British struggle for ownership of the area.

As well as an information center, Quidi Vidi Village Plantation is an artistic hub for emerging artisans. Browse exhibits of unique paintings and crafts created by its 10 artisans working on-site in their studios. Purchase souvenirs and gifts from the artisans who are happy to chat about their creative processes.

Quidi Vidi also offers a range of exquisite culinary experiences. Take a seat at the Mallard Cottage restaurant and try game and seafood dishes paired with wines or warming rums. Be sure to try Iceberg Beer made with 10,000-year-old iceberg water and crafted in the award-winning Quidi Vidi Brewery.

Work off your meal with a stroll. The loop around Quidi Vidi Lake takes less than an hour. This trail is part of the Grand Concourse, a series of interconnected walking trails around the St. John’s area. On your walk, take in views of the dramatic coastline and note the rustic fishing wharves clinging to the rocky outcrops. These ports are still used daily by a population of over 1,000 Quidi Vidi locals.

For a longer trek, set out on an adventure along the East Coast Trail, a 336-mile (540-kilometre) path that leads to the outermost reaches of north-eastern Canada. This trail is best explored after consulting with tourism operators who'll provide maps, guides and seasonal advice.

Get to Quidi Vidi via metrobus from downtown St John's. Quidi Vidi is located near Signal Hill and St. John's harbor, which played pivotal roles in the area's military history. Take a tour and learn about the colonial struggle for the area's fertile fishing grounds.


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Top hotels in Quidi Vidi

Mallard Inn

Mallard Inn

3 out of 5
5 Barrows Rd, St. John's, NL
The price is P19,342 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P19,342
P23,017 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in St. John's. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of St. John's and The Rooms are located ...
Mallard Inn
Jag Boutique Hotel

Jag Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West, St. John's, NL
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,613 reviews)
"Great Experience!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Jag Boutique Hotel
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's, NL
The price is P7,835 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P7,835
P9,603 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

3.5 out of 5
227 Kenmount Road, St. John's, NL
The price is P6,508 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,508
P7,840 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,093 reviews)
"It was a great location for us!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham St. John's

Ramada by Wyndham St. John's

3.5 out of 5
102 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, NL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,928 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,928
P9,434 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,051 reviews)
"I loved the suite it was comfortable and personal we stayed for 5 days and it felt like home!"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham St. John's
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
5 Navigator Avenue, St. John's, NL
The price is P8,000 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P8,000
P9,520 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice quiet area. Property is starting to show a little ageing."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Quidi Vidi

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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.

The Battery
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Fort William

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

Fort William
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Bannerman

While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.

Bannerman
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Mount Cashel

While Mount Cashel isn't home to many top sights, Confederation Building and Quidi Vidi Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mount Cashel
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Rennies Mill

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

Rennies Mill
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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.

Churchill Park

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