West End Travel Guide
St. John's
Popular places to visit
Bowring Park
Bowring Park is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and lively bars in this relaxing 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.
Things to do
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
Top hotels in West End
Leaside Manor by The Leaside Group
"We’re repeat guests and always choose Leaside! Bonavista and Trinity are our favourite suites because we love having direct outdoor access from the room. Breakfast is always delicious, and the staff have consistently gone above and beyond to accommodate my spouse’s celiac disease. Everyone is friendly, ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Jag Boutique Hotel
"Belle chambre, hôtel original et très calme. Proche de tout."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
"Pool is close and I book it for that reason"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"As expected."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
"Très confortable et propre. Bien situé."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"Nicec room.. should you'd people the pool was under maintenence. That was the main reason I booked this hotel. Lady on the front desk was nice my grandkids We're balled at because they had a sponge ball in the hallway.. it was 7 pm. Boring. Nothing to do. Returned home the next morning. Had to be ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Waterford Valley
While Waterford Valley isn't home to many top sights, Village Shopping Centre and Deadman's Bay Path Trailhead are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mundy Pond
Though Mundy Pond may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Kenmount East
While there might not be top attractions in Kenmount East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avalon Mall and Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden.
Kenmount West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kenmount West and surrounding area, you can visit Avalon Mall and Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Newman Wine Vaults and Mary Brown's Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
