Guidebook for St. John's

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Guidebook for St. John's

Drinks & Nightlife

George Street in downtown St. John's is two blocks of bars, pubs, restaurants – and nothing else. It's the centre of the entertainment district and its unique reputation has spread far and wide. It has inspired songs and stories, and has been a magnet for musicians and their fans for decades. Everyone from Ron Hynes to Great Big Sea and Blue Rodeo has played here, either in the clubs and pubs or outside on the main stage for one of the street's two annual festivals.
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George Street
George Street
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George Street in downtown St. John's is two blocks of bars, pubs, restaurants – and nothing else. It's the centre of the entertainment district and its unique reputation has spread far and wide. It has inspired songs and stories, and has been a magnet for musicians and their fans for decades. Everyone from Ron Hynes to Great Big Sea and Blue Rodeo has played here, either in the clubs and pubs or outside on the main stage for one of the street's two annual festivals.
Kitchen Party - Every Friday night, they host our famous kitchen party. Brewery Tours - Take a brewery tour to learn all about our craft brewing process and the rich history of the place it comes from.
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Quidi Vidi Brewery
35 Barrows Rd
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Kitchen Party - Every Friday night, they host our famous kitchen party. Brewery Tours - Take a brewery tour to learn all about our craft brewing process and the rich history of the place it comes from.

Parks & Nature

Explore 26 wilderness paths along North America's easternmost coastline. The East Coast Trail unites genuine wilderness hiking with richly historic communities from Portugal Cove, to Cape St. Francis, to Cappahayden. There are over 300 kilometers of developed trail to explore. The paths of the East Coast Trail take you past towering cliffs and headlands, sea stacks, deep fjords, and a natural wave-driven geyser called the Spout. Experience abandoned settlements, lighthouses, ecological reserves, seabird colonies, whales, icebergs, the world's southernmost caribou herd, historic sites, a 50-metre suspension bridge, two active archaeological dig sites, and many more attractions.
East Coast Trail Near Fort Amherst
Deadman's Bay Path
Explore 26 wilderness paths along North America's easternmost coastline. The East Coast Trail unites genuine wilderness hiking with richly historic communities from Portugal Cove, to Cape St. Francis, to Cappahayden. There are over 300 kilometers of developed trail to explore. The paths of the East Coast Trail take you past towering cliffs and headlands, sea stacks, deep fjords, and a natural wave-driven geyser called the Spout. Experience abandoned settlements, lighthouses, ecological reserves, seabird colonies, whales, icebergs, the world's southernmost caribou herd, historic sites, a 50-metre suspension bridge, two active archaeological dig sites, and many more attractions.
Stand atop Signal Hill and let your soul be stirred by the crack of muskets and the roar of cannon fire. Discover the story of how British and French soldiers battled fiercely to control this strategic location. Explore the iconic Cabot Tower and experience a view of St. John’s and the North Atlantic that is truly spectacular. As its name implies, centuries before the advent of ship-to-shore radio, signalman perched on Signal Hill surveyed the ocean for ships headed toward the port of St. John’s. Flag signals flown on the hill communicated the names of arriving ships to those who inhabited the harbourfront below. Take a journey back in time to 1901 when the famous Guglielmo Marconi made co
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Signal Hill
230 Signal Hill Rd
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Stand atop Signal Hill and let your soul be stirred by the crack of muskets and the roar of cannon fire. Discover the story of how British and French soldiers battled fiercely to control this strategic location. Explore the iconic Cabot Tower and experience a view of St. John’s and the North Atlantic that is truly spectacular. As its name implies, centuries before the advent of ship-to-shore radio, signalman perched on Signal Hill surveyed the ocean for ships headed toward the port of St. John’s. Flag signals flown on the hill communicated the names of arriving ships to those who inhabited the harbourfront below. Take a journey back in time to 1901 when the famous Guglielmo Marconi made co
If you’re searching for an incredible adventure Boat Tour for Whales, Puffins, Icebergs in Newfoundland be sure to check out Gatherall’s. The Gatherall family and staff have welcomed visitors on our exciting and educational cruises for over 30 years. We love to share the natural and cultural heritage of our home, with our guests. During summer, whales along with puffins and a multitude of other seabird species return to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. At the start of each season, incredible icebergs arrive just in time to enchant and astound our guests.
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Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
90 Northside Rd
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If you’re searching for an incredible adventure Boat Tour for Whales, Puffins, Icebergs in Newfoundland be sure to check out Gatherall’s. The Gatherall family and staff have welcomed visitors on our exciting and educational cruises for over 30 years. We love to share the natural and cultural heritage of our home, with our guests. During summer, whales along with puffins and a multitude of other seabird species return to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. At the start of each season, incredible icebergs arrive just in time to enchant and astound our guests.
Today, Bowring Park is over 81 hectares (200 acres). Some of the park's amenities include: Fully Accessible Playground and Splash Pad; Outdoor Swimmimg Pool and Tennis Courts; Soccer Pitch; Skate Park; Man-made Duck Pond which is home to swans and ducks; Conservatory; and Walking Trails along the Waterford and South Brook Rivers that are part of the Grand Concourse, an award-winning integrated walking network.
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Bowring Park
305 Waterford Bridge Rd
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Today, Bowring Park is over 81 hectares (200 acres). Some of the park's amenities include: Fully Accessible Playground and Splash Pad; Outdoor Swimmimg Pool and Tennis Courts; Soccer Pitch; Skate Park; Man-made Duck Pond which is home to swans and ducks; Conservatory; and Walking Trails along the Waterford and South Brook Rivers that are part of the Grand Concourse, an award-winning integrated walking network.
Meandering along Rennie’s River, this 2.9 km walking trail connects Quidi Vidi Lake with Long Pond. Starting from the Memorial University Campus, pass through a peaceful wooded valley and long-established residential neighborhoods. See historic places, including the sites of Rennie’s Mill and the former Memorial Stadium.
Rennies River Trail
Rennies River Trail
Meandering along Rennie’s River, this 2.9 km walking trail connects Quidi Vidi Lake with Long Pond. Starting from the Memorial University Campus, pass through a peaceful wooded valley and long-established residential neighborhoods. See historic places, including the sites of Rennie’s Mill and the former Memorial Stadium.

Shopping

Downtown offers a wide variety of specialty shops, boutiques, galleries and resataurants.
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Downtown
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Downtown offers a wide variety of specialty shops, boutiques, galleries and resataurants.
St. John's offers many shopping options from downtown specialty boutiques, to shopping malls and big box centres. Business hours may differ from store to store and on various days of the week. Most businesses operate seven days per week with some stores open 24-hours. St. John's has two large covered malls - the Avalon Mall on Kenmount Road and the Village Mall on Topsail Road - both of which are served by multiple Metrobus routes (public transit) and are major bus transit points. St. John's also offers two major big box centres - one on Stavanger Drive and the other on Kelsey Drive - both with multiple large retailers.
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Avalon Mall Regional Shopping Centre
48 Kenmount Rd
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St. John's offers many shopping options from downtown specialty boutiques, to shopping malls and big box centres. Business hours may differ from store to store and on various days of the week. Most businesses operate seven days per week with some stores open 24-hours. St. John's has two large covered malls - the Avalon Mall on Kenmount Road and the Village Mall on Topsail Road - both of which are served by multiple Metrobus routes (public transit) and are major bus transit points. St. John's also offers two major big box centres - one on Stavanger Drive and the other on Kelsey Drive - both with multiple large retailers.

Essentials

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Sobeys
45 Ropewalk Ln
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Getting Around

Metrobus is local bus service. Ride Guide Customer Service, 24-hour Route & Schedule Info: (709) 722-9400
Metrobus
25 Messenger Drive
Metrobus is local bus service. Ride Guide Customer Service, 24-hour Route & Schedule Info: (709) 722-9400

Food Scene

In 1951, Ches Barbour, with his wife Betty by his side, started a humble fish and chips shop in St. John's, Newfoundland. Rising each morning, he'd steam out the narrows of St. John's harbour in his small fishing boat, catch what he thought would get him through the day, and return to town in time to fillet and cook - opening the doors for the dinner time crowd and staying open late into the night.
Ches's Famous Fish & Chips
207 Kenmount Rd
In 1951, Ches Barbour, with his wife Betty by his side, started a humble fish and chips shop in St. John's, Newfoundland. Rising each morning, he'd steam out the narrows of St. John's harbour in his small fishing boat, catch what he thought would get him through the day, and return to town in time to fillet and cook - opening the doors for the dinner time crowd and staying open late into the night.
Mallard cottage is a mix of upscale dining in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The food is superb and the service is excellent.
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Mallard Cottage
8 Barrows Rd
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Mallard cottage is a mix of upscale dining in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The food is superb and the service is excellent.
The view of the narrows out the Harbour is spectacular from the seating area. If you can take your eyes off the view long enough to eat your meal, you will be equally pleased with the eats ! The choices are wonderful and excellent quality !
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The Rooms
9 Bonaventure Ave
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The view of the narrows out the Harbour is spectacular from the seating area. If you can take your eyes off the view long enough to eat your meal, you will be equally pleased with the eats ! The choices are wonderful and excellent quality !
From butter chicken and Tandoori chicken to Saag lamb and naan bread, Indian cuisine is known for savoury and exotic tastes. Here at India Gate Restaurant, we are committed to serving authentic, consistently excellent Indian food in St. John’s. As the oldest Indian restaurant in the area, we combine mouth-watering spices, fresh herbs, creamy sauces and velvety textures to make our dishes as tasty and tantalizing as possible. With a sprawling menu, we have something for everyone – from Indian food novices to seasoned culinary explorers. If you’re ready for a culinary adventure like none other, let us be your gateway to Indian cuisine.
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India Gate Restaurant
286 Duckworth St
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From butter chicken and Tandoori chicken to Saag lamb and naan bread, Indian cuisine is known for savoury and exotic tastes. Here at India Gate Restaurant, we are committed to serving authentic, consistently excellent Indian food in St. John’s. As the oldest Indian restaurant in the area, we combine mouth-watering spices, fresh herbs, creamy sauces and velvety textures to make our dishes as tasty and tantalizing as possible. With a sprawling menu, we have something for everyone – from Indian food novices to seasoned culinary explorers. If you’re ready for a culinary adventure like none other, let us be your gateway to Indian cuisine.
Newfoundland and Labrador is blessed in having access to some of the best seafood, wild game, and produce in the world. Having such a bountiful larder right on our doorsteps means we’re able to adopt a truly sustainable approach to fine dining – foraging and sourcing locally-grown ingredients from independent purveyors
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Raymonds Restaurant
95 Water St
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Newfoundland and Labrador is blessed in having access to some of the best seafood, wild game, and produce in the world. Having such a bountiful larder right on our doorsteps means we’re able to adopt a truly sustainable approach to fine dining – foraging and sourcing locally-grown ingredients from independent purveyors
Chafe’s Landing is conveniently located in the heart of scenic Petty Harbour, just minutes from the capital city of St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador. Situated in a renovated 19th century home, Chafe’s Landing is the perfect place to enjoy a fantastic lunch or dinner from a very diverse menu with selections to please even the most discriminating tastes.
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Chafe's Landing Restaurant
11 Main Rd
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Chafe’s Landing is conveniently located in the heart of scenic Petty Harbour, just minutes from the capital city of St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador. Situated in a renovated 19th century home, Chafe’s Landing is the perfect place to enjoy a fantastic lunch or dinner from a very diverse menu with selections to please even the most discriminating tastes.

Sightseeing

What a beautiful place to go for a walk !Scenic fishing village with amazing restaurant and brewer pub.Be sure to check out Mallard cottage a very historic building housing one of Newfoundland’s finest restaurants!
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Quidi Vidi
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What a beautiful place to go for a walk !Scenic fishing village with amazing restaurant and brewer pub.Be sure to check out Mallard cottage a very historic building housing one of Newfoundland’s finest restaurants!
We offer you a unique and thrilling experience on the wharf and out on the sea. Learn first hand what it would be like to live and fish in an outport community – in the heart of St. John’s!
Quidi Vidi Charters
57 Barrows Rd
We offer you a unique and thrilling experience on the wharf and out on the sea. Learn first hand what it would be like to live and fish in an outport community – in the heart of St. John’s!
Located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden is the province's premier botanical garden. We have: Five NATURE TRAILS, a large CULTIVATED GARDEN AREA, and a greenhouse are incorporated in to the 100 acre nature reserve. The Field Centre houses the GIFT SHOP, which displays local crafts, gardening books, and other gift ware; the GARDEN CAFE, which serves delectable lunches and treats; and several different ART SHOWS throughout the season. Devoted to Research and EDUCATION, the Garden has been developed to display plants native to the province and cultivated plants suitable to the local climate.
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MUN Botanical Garden
306 Mt Scio Rd
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Located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden is the province's premier botanical garden. We have: Five NATURE TRAILS, a large CULTIVATED GARDEN AREA, and a greenhouse are incorporated in to the 100 acre nature reserve. The Field Centre houses the GIFT SHOP, which displays local crafts, gardening books, and other gift ware; the GARDEN CAFE, which serves delectable lunches and treats; and several different ART SHOWS throughout the season. Devoted to Research and EDUCATION, the Garden has been developed to display plants native to the province and cultivated plants suitable to the local climate.
Located at 495 Water Street, St. John's Newfoundland, the Railway Coastal Museum is housed in the original refurbished Riverhead Train Station built in 1903. The museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to interpreting the history of the Newfoundland railway system from its inception in the late 1880's to its closure in 1988 as well as the history of the provincial Coastal Boat Service.
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Railway Coastal Museum
495 Water St
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Located at 495 Water Street, St. John's Newfoundland, the Railway Coastal Museum is housed in the original refurbished Riverhead Train Station built in 1903. The museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to interpreting the history of the Newfoundland railway system from its inception in the late 1880's to its closure in 1988 as well as the history of the provincial Coastal Boat Service.
Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is a picturesque town of approximately 970 people located on the eastern shore of the Avalon Peninsula in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is nestled deep in the heart of Motion Bay, just south (approximately 15 minutes away) of St. John's. The town settlement can be traced back to the 1600s. It is the site of the first hydroelectric generating station (Petty Harbour Generating Station) in Newfoundland and Labrador. Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is quickly becoming a world renowned tourist destination and is home to various attractions and accommodations to suite the taste of various travellers.
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Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove
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Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is a picturesque town of approximately 970 people located on the eastern shore of the Avalon Peninsula in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is nestled deep in the heart of Motion Bay, just south (approximately 15 minutes away) of St. John's. The town settlement can be traced back to the 1600s. It is the site of the first hydroelectric generating station (Petty Harbour Generating Station) in Newfoundland and Labrador. Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is quickly becoming a world renowned tourist destination and is home to various attractions and accommodations to suite the taste of various travellers.