Colonial Building Tours

Photo by Melissa Jayne
Photo by Melissa Jayne
Governments and leaders have come and gone but Colonial Building continues to stand proud. Arrange a tour to experience some of the region's intriguing political history.

This historic government building in Downtown St. John's is popular with fellow travelers, so leave a spot for it on your schedule. However, don't end your sightseeing there. There are many more spots ready for you to explore after Colonial Building. Memorial University of Newfoundland, The Rooms, and Avalon Mall are close by.

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Abba Boutique Inn

Abba Boutique Inn

4 out of 5
Downtown St. John's
per person
Sep 5 - Sep 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Hamilton (YHM) to St. John's (YYT)
7.8/10 Good! (505 reviews)
Lovely room in a quiet area, nice coupe take care of the place and super clean nice room

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

Leaside Manor by The Leaside Group

Leaside Manor by The Leaside Group

4.5 out of 5
West End
per person
Sep 5 - Sep 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Hamilton (YHM) to St. John's (YYT)
9/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
we stayed 1 night, the room was perfect. had a nice deep tub to soak after a day of traveling. bottle of wine was nice and enjoyed having breakfast with the others guests

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada

Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada

3 out of 5
Downtown St. John's
per person
Aug 6 - Aug 13
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to St. John's (YYT)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
the hotel is near the main road , good and welcome staff , bed rooms are wide and beautiful..

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Popular places to visit

Built to honour those who served and was unveiled in 1924 -2017

National War Memorial

4/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of St. John's when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National War Memorial
Built in the shape of a cross with material from Ireland -2017

Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of St. John's with a visit to Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
The Rooms featuring theater scenes

The Rooms

4.5/5(54 reviews)

Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.

The Rooms
George Street which includes street scenes and a hotel

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.

George Street

St. John's Government House

You can find out about the history of St. John's with a stop at St. John's Government House. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

St. John's Government House

Bannerman Park

Bannerman Park is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Bannerman Park

Best Lodging Options Near Colonial Building

Jag Boutique Hotel
Jag Boutique Hotel
4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West, St. John's, NL
Jag Boutique Hotel
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
3.5 out of 5
227 Kenmount Road, St. John's, NL
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Alt Hotel St. John's
Alt Hotel St. John's
3.5 out of 5
125 Water Street, St. John's, NL
Alt Hotel St. John's
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
3.5 out of 5
2 Hill O'Chips, St. John's, NL
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
4 out of 5
120 New Gower Street, St. John's, NL
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
3.5 out of 5
180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's, NL
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
The Murray Premises Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel
3.5 out of 5
5 Becks Cove, St. John's, NL
The Murray Premises Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott St. John's Newfoundland
Courtyard by Marriott St. John's Newfoundland
3.5 out of 5
131 Duckworth Street, St. John's, NL
Courtyard by Marriott St. John's Newfoundland
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
4.5 out of 5
115 Cavendish Square, St. John's, NL
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
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