Downtown St. John's
St. John's
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.
National War Memorial
Find out about the history of St. John's when you take a trip to National War Memorial. 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.
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.
Things to do
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL
Top hotels in Downtown St. John's
Jag Boutique Hotel
Spectacular hotel! Highly recommend
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Staff were amazing and the room was very clean. Pool was also very clean. Under the impression there was a breakfast included and there was not. However the restaurant located in the hotel had a wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada
Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Alt Hotel St. John's
The room was clean, staff was very responsive and Terre restaurant is fantastic.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
The rooms were clean, and all of the staff were very nice, helpful, and engaging.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
Room was spotless. Staff was friendly
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. John's
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple 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.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mile One Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fort William
While visiting Fort William, you might make a stop by sights like Commissariat House and Alexis Templeton Studio.
