Central
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.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants 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. Check out 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? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable 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
Central Hotel Deals
Monastery Hotel
I went to the Monastery Hotel to check in at 5:00 p.m.. after several spa treatments at the attached spa that afternoon (that is another story space won’t allow me to review here). My plan to end a long awaited, relaxing spa day had been to check in, order a room service meal and glass of wine, and ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Cute 3 bdr house with hot tub
Cozy, Relaxing, Center City Retreat with Private Rooftop Deck!
The place was beautiful. The kitchen had everything needed for morning coffee and other meals if required. Shopping was close enough to get some essentials if needed. Taxi to the downtown core was easy to secure. Would absolutely go there again if we travel to NFLD
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Jag Boutique Hotel
Great location and staff.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
I had a cup of coffee at the room bar due to Late arriving and had personal and medical business and a pet to attend to as well as going out for supper. So as we were up early we retired early as we had to be at the Hospital by 8 AM . The staff was very friendly and supportive. The room was clean ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
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Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Central
Rabbittown
Rabbittown might not have many top sights, but The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown St. John's
Historic core meets business hub, this area boasts office buildings, hotels, and a vibrant entertainment scene. Discover local art galleries, bookstores, and The Rooms cultural facility, while enjoying unique shopping experiences.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are top sights worth seeing.
Georgestown
Georgestown might not have many top sights, but The Rooms and St. John's Government House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mundy Pond
While there might not be top attractions in Mundy Pond, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Rennies Mill
Though Rennies Mill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. John's Government House and The Rooms.
