Avalon Peninsula
Travel Guide
Visit Avalon Peninsula
Where to stay in Avalon Peninsula
Downtown St. John's
Historic core meets business hub, this area boasts office buildings, hotels, and a vibrant entertainment scene. Discover local art galleries, bookstores, and The Rooms cultural facility, while enjoying unique shopping experiences.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quidi Vidi
Discover "The Gut" harbor and Quidi Vidi Lake in this charming area, where you can visit the Quidi Vidi Brewing Company and Village Artisan Studios. Explore the Quidi Vidi Battery Provincial Historic Site and dine at the restored Mallard Cottage.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market.
The Battery
Perched on the slopes of Signal Hill, this picturesque area boasts steep inclines and vibrant houses. Explore Chain Rock, a historic landmark, and enjoy captivating harbor views.
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.
Jag Boutique Hotel
Clean room. Great accommodation plenty of access to restaurants and other amenities
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
The front desk staff are very helpful at anytime:) and always there to help improve our stay.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Good place will stay again
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units
Great spot. Very clean
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Water Street Condos
Clean, spacious and well appointed for extended stays. Easy and friendly communication with the host. Perfect location to walk to local shops, bars and restaurants.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
HarbourGate Condos & Studios
Best place to stay with my family. They love the place. Would totally Recommend it.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
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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.
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.
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.
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Explore the campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland, during your travels in St. John's. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
