Downtown St. John's Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown St. John's
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.
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 lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Activities
St. John's NL: Cape Spear & City Tour with Local Guide
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
Our pick of the best Downtown St. John's Hotel Deals
Jag Boutique Hotel
Clean, spacious and uniquely decorated rooms. Great sound proofing barely heard a thing! Food and drinks on site next level as well. 10/10 will be back
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
Great staff, clean rooms, great location.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Murray Premises Hotel
Comfortable, clean and cozy room. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Ok
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Great service. A shout out to Anne at the front desk and Lauren at the Little Sparrow Restaurant.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
Staff were great - there was a power outage when we checked but were given flashlights. They did all that they could given the circumstances.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. John's
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Waterford River Walk and Mary Brown's Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
