Popular places to visit
Colonial Building
You can find out about the history of St. John's with a trip to Colonial Building. 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.
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
St. John's NL: Cape Spear & City Tour with Local Guide
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
The Best of St. John's Private Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bannerman
Jag Boutique Hotel
Absolutely beautiful loved it
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
The heater/air conditioner would make a weird rattling noise whenever it started and would quiet down after a couple minutes. It was a little bit startling a couple times an hour. Forgot to mention it to staff so 'My bad' on that.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Cofactors and close to airport
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG
the staff were great
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
Comfortable and clean room in a great area of town! I'd definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bannerman
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.
Fort William
While visiting Fort William, you might make a stop by sights like Commissariat House and Alexis Templeton Studio.
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.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.
Downtown St. John's
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown St. John's. A stop by George Street or Atlantic Place might round out your trip.
