Downtown St. John's Travel Guide
St. John's
Visit Downtown 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.
National War Memorial
Find out about the history of St. John's when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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. Visit 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.
Things to do
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
Top hotels in Downtown St. John's
Jag Boutique Hotel
The staff were all so friendly and helpful, and the restaurants and pool were great. The hotel is like a music museum, so many places to sit and relax to enjoy the music and decor.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
Clean and modern and well located. Bed is comfy and staff friendly! Shower could have been hotter but was told after there was a button you hit to make it hotter. Eco friendly bath products, shower cap, no body moisturizer or floss. Not fussy on the neepresso. No weird sounds or smells. I’ll stay ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada
Breakfast was a little bland. And Luke warm.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Murray Premises Hotel
Clean room, never stayed for breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Room was very clean. Staff was very curtious and friendly.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. John's
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Georgestown
While Georgestown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Rooms and St. John's Government House.
Rennies Mill
When in Rennies Mill, you can plan a visit to St. John's Government House and The Rooms, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
