St. John's is a lively port city with a millennial history of fishing and sea travel, one of the oldest settlements in North America. Its cozy multicolored houses, winding streets and harsh beauty of the Atlantic coast create a special atmosphere: here the traditions of indigenous peoples, European settlers and modern Canadian culture are intertwined. The city is often referred to as the gateway to the wildlife of Newfoundland and Labrador, and it is felt in every wind from the sea and in every marine story told by the locals.
St. John's man-made attractions reflect the city's rich cultural heritage and maritime glory. A must-visit is Signal Hill with an outstanding history and panorama of the harbor, the Basilica of St. John and The Rooms Art Complex with a museum and archives. Historical buildings with bright “jellybean” houses near the port, the lighthouse at Cape Spear is the easternmost point of North America, as well as local museums, monuments and galleries tell about the life of the city and its connection with the ocean.
The surrounding natural attractions are striking in scale and variety: the Newfoundland coast, the Long Range mountain range, the Thorngat Mountains in Labrador and the wild islands in the Gulf of St. Lawrence create unique landscapes. The list also includes the famous northern areas - the Auyuittuque reserve in Baffin Land, the harsh islands of Resoljuschen, Killinek and Vanier, the Bay of Challeur and the Bay du Nord River, which attract lovers of hiking, kayaking, bird watching and photo tours. These places show that you can see in the province not only within the city, but also beyond, discovering the wildlife of the Atlantic.
On our site you can see all the listed attractions on an interactive map, read brief and capacious descriptions of each object and make your own route. The map helps visually distribute points of interest, calculate the time of relocations and lay a convenient route around the city and the surrounding area - from walking along the embankment to multi-day hikes in the mountains and islands.
You are free to explore St. John’s and its surroundings on your own along paved routes or book excursions with local guides. Local guides will offer safe and informative walks, share live stories and insider places, and an independent walk will allow you to feel the rhythm of the city and find your favorite corners. Regardless of your choice, guided tours and itineraries will help you better understand the nature and culture of this part of Canada.
Come to St. John’s to see the contrasts of harsh nature and warm urban coziness, discover new routes and make the trip unforgettable. Explore the sights, plan itineraries on a map and go for adventures – the city and its surroundings are ready to share their stories and beauty.
