Avalon Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Avalon Peninsula
Where to stay in Avalon Peninsula
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.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Newman Wine Vaults and Mile One Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
The Battery
When in The Battery, you can plan a visit to Johnson Geo Centre and Signal Hill National Historic Site, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Jag Boutique Hotel
Room was clean.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
It was awesome, clean and calm. Slept like a baby!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Clean room and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units
Great spot. Very clean
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
HarbourGate Condos & Studios
Best place to stay with my family. They love the place. Would totally Recommend it.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Charming Downtown St. John’s Loft | 3BR, 2BA + Parking
This place was great. I'd come back, however, it is a little old and outdated and overpriced in my opinion. It might be our fault but we didn't know that this property is shared. The space upstairs is where we stayed on the second floor. Also, there was an amazing loft (3rd floor). It's a gorgeous ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
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.
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.
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.
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 lively bars in this walkable area.
