The Battery Travel Guide
St. John's
Visit The Battery
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.
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.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist 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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
Top hotels in The Battery
Jag Boutique Hotel
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
"The room was beautiful, very clean (I didn’t feel nervous or grossed out to put my 7 month old on the floor) Highly recommend, super family friendly!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"Fantastic staff, clean rooms, comfy beds. A great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"The room and property was clean and the staff was very helpful and friendly. One negative is the fact that it is not very environmentally friendly. No recycling bin in our room and there is only paper plates and individually wrapped utensils (fork,knife,spoon) in plastic for breakfast. Everything ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
"All excellent"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Crossroads Inn & Suites
"The room was clean and comfortable. Would have loved broader options for breakfast."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Battery
Fort William
While visiting Fort William, you might make a stop by sights like Alexis Templeton Studio and Commissariat House.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
Quidi Vidi
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.
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.
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.
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.
