St. John's Tourist Attractions
In the province of Newfoundland, St. John’s is the capital city and is easily explored by foot. There are many tourist attractions, museums, restaurants, historical sights, and parks to experience. Visit Murray Premises built in 1846, which is the last remnant of what used to be a booming cod industry. The area is a National Historic Site and features old buildings that now house charming boutiques and fine seafood restaurants.
If you’re interested in history, visit the Newfoundland Museum, which is full of artifacts from the province’s last 9,000 years! It also features a gallery stocked with popular native Indian art. Water Street is the oldest public thoroughfare in North America and dates back to the late 1500’s. At the present, Water Street offers a delightful array of gift shops, art galleries, top restaurants, and nearby nightlife. In the East End of St. John’s visit the Commissariat House built in 1836, and the Government House built in 1820.
For a fantastic view, climb to Signal Hill which boasts spectacular views of the Atlantic ocean, the rocky harbour entrance, and the historic city of St. John’s! At the very top of Signal Hill is Cabot Tower, which celebrates the 400th anniversary of Cabot’s arrival to the province.
For a great wildlife experience, visit Pippy Park where you’ll find moose roaming free in the 3,460 acre nature park. You’ll also find ponds, the local Botanical Gardens, the only Fluvarium in North America. The Fluvarium features 9 underwater windows that look onto the natural activity of a rushing freshwater trout stream. Don’t forget to visit the Cape Spear Lighthouse situated on the seaside cliffs with the ocean pounding on the rocks below! The lighthouse is a symbol of Newfoundland’s independence, and was built in 1836.