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
Irish Loop Smartphone Audio Driving Tour
Top hotels in West End
Leaside Manor by The Leaside Group
"good location and characterful property."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Jag Boutique Hotel
"Very groovy and spunky interior design. Top notch music playlists. Staff were efficient, friendly, helpful."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
"Been here many times. The place is always clean. Friendly. Has many options for meals. Snacks. Treats. And sweets. Staff go out of their way for your family to have a personalized experience. Especially for a child’s birthday. Pool and hot tub and slide were great. Room had a pile of extra bath towels. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"Very nice room and great restaurant"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
"Nice view of harbour"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"pool was closed, no mention of this when I reserved no glass ware in the rooms , just paper cups shuttle driver was OUTSTANDING"
Reviewed on 22 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, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street 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.
