University Travel Guide
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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.
Our pick of the best University Hotel Deals
Memorial University
"Lovely place, the kindest staff I've ever met, I will definitely be staying there again but I wouldn't recommend staying with Expedia, they charged us twice and according to the staff at the university, this is not uncommon."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"Was not very impressed with the breakfast. Not much of a selection and had to wait for bacon and eggs to be cooked at 9:30. They didn’t keep up on the buffet so it wouldn’t be empty."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Jag Boutique Hotel
"location was great for a group to stay and explore downtown St. John's!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"Rooms were clean and comfortable. Lots of Parking"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Crossroads Inn & Suites
"Prix et emplacement excellent."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in University
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, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit Suncor Energy Fluvarium and St. John's Government House.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.
