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 lively bars 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
Very clean, restaurants and bars were fantastic.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Extremely clean. Bed was very comfortable and despite near record-breaking winds, we slept peacefully on the 10th floor. Super quick check in.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Alt Hotel St. John's
Very clean room, and really great customer service overall.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada
Always a great stay at the Hilton Garden, clean, comfortable, spacious rooms and staff are always very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Excellent location. Comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
The room was great, clean, and the staff from the start were kind and courteous.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mile One Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fort William
While visiting Fort William, you might make a stop by sights like Commissariat House and Alexis Templeton Studio.
