Sarah’s guidebook
Food Scene
Kelseys Original Roadhouse
302 Kenmount RdGreat spot, especially on Thursday's for half priced wings!
Delicious fresh seafood; sourced locally and from all over the world. Eat and be merry, while enjoying ocean/city views!
33 residents recomanen
St. John's Fish Exchange Kitchen & Wet Bar
351 Water StDelicious fresh seafood; sourced locally and from all over the world. Eat and be merry, while enjoying ocean/city views!
Built in the early 19th century, Mallard Cottage is one of the oldest wooden structures in NL and was home to the Mallard family in Quidi Vidi for many years. It’s now a restaurant that highlights local producers and offers brunch, lunch and dinner.
96 residents recomanen
Mallard Cottage
8 Barrows RdBuilt in the early 19th century, Mallard Cottage is one of the oldest wooden structures in NL and was home to the Mallard family in Quidi Vidi for many years. It’s now a restaurant that highlights local producers and offers brunch, lunch and dinner.
Terre Restaurant & Café
125 Water StreetGreat restaurant, located in the heart of St. John's!
The Adelaide Oyster House
334 Water StBest fish taco's in town!
Moxie's Grill & Bar
227 Kenmount RdTry the white chocolate brownie! Also love the fish & chips!
Cora
15 Hebron WyGreat place for breakfast & lunch. Two locations: Kenmount Road & Hebron Way.
Rustler's Country Grill
320 Torbay RdGreat toutons!
Sightseeing
Explore the iconic Cabot Tower and experience a view of St. John's and the North Atlantic that is truly spectacular. Named one of the "World’s Greatest Walks" by Rodales Organic Life.
242 residents recomanen
Signal Hill
230 Signal Hill RdExplore the iconic Cabot Tower and experience a view of St. John's and the North Atlantic that is truly spectacular. Named one of the "World’s Greatest Walks" by Rodales Organic Life.
Enjoy kayaking and sea caves at a ‘Wilder Experience’ in Cape Broyle! Check out our personal photos from our experience!
Cape Broyle
Enjoy kayaking and sea caves at a ‘Wilder Experience’ in Cape Broyle! Check out our personal photos from our experience!
Topsail Beach is the region’s most popular day-park. It offers picnic areas, a gazebo, an amphitheater, as well as a playground. It boasts a beautiful view of Conception Bay and its famous sunsets.
24 residents recomanen
Topsail Beach Rotary Park
34 Topsail Beach RdTopsail Beach is the region’s most popular day-park. It offers picnic areas, a gazebo, an amphitheater, as well as a playground. It boasts a beautiful view of Conception Bay and its famous sunsets.
Cape Spear
The easternmost point in Canada and North America!
Where the Royal St. John's Regatta is held the first Wednesday in August, weather permitting!
69 residents recomanen
Quidi Vidi
Where the Royal St. John's Regatta is held the first Wednesday in August, weather permitting!
Newfoundland and Labrador's largest public cultural space and home to our most extensive collection of artifacts, art, and archival records. Curators bring the province’s rich stories to life in engaging multi-sensory experiences.
190 residents recomanen
The Rooms
9 Bonaventure AveNewfoundland and Labrador's largest public cultural space and home to our most extensive collection of artifacts, art, and archival records. Curators bring the province’s rich stories to life in engaging multi-sensory experiences.
Mine tour & museum, just a 20 minute ferry ride over! Energetic & knowledgeable guides!
Bell Island Community Museum
13 Compressor HillMine tour & museum, just a 20 minute ferry ride over! Energetic & knowledgeable guides!
Shopping
Local mall-over 140 stores & services, just a 5 minute drive!
58 residents recomanen
Avalon Mall Regional Shopping Centre
48 Kenmount RdLocal mall-over 140 stores & services, just a 5 minute drive!
Village Mall station
Just 3 minutes away!
Souvenir
A great selection of Newfoundland and Labrador related gifts and souvenirs.
Downhome Shoppe
303 Water StFeatures local cultural products and offers a wide range of art, craft, literature, food, gifts and souvenirs. Shop for a cause; all proceeds from the Heritage Shops go to the Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, a non-profit dedicated to presenting the province’s unique culture and heritage. (Locations: Duckworth Street, Signal Hill, St. John’s International Airport)
9 residents recomanen
Water Street Heritage Shop
309 Water StFeatures local cultural products and offers a wide range of art, craft, literature, food, gifts and souvenirs. Shop for a cause; all proceeds from the Heritage Shops go to the Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, a non-profit dedicated to presenting the province’s unique culture and heritage. (Locations: Duckworth Street, Signal Hill, St. John’s International Airport)
In the heart of downtown St John's. A wide selection of souvenir garments. Locally made jams, teas, bath products & candles, etc. Also offering a great selection of home decor & giftware.
Island Design And Gifts
170 Water StIn the heart of downtown St John's. A wide selection of souvenir garments. Locally made jams, teas, bath products & candles, etc. Also offering a great selection of home decor & giftware.
Hiking and Walking
1 hour walk, gorgeous costal views!
Chance Cove Coastal Hiking Trail
Main RoadA National Geographic Traveler "Top Coastal Destination," this network of salt-scoured trails passes through 30 communities. From Topsail to Cape St. Francis through St. John’s to Capphayden, each trail has distinctive topography, history, and surprises – like a geyser powered by the waves and the first sunrise in North America.
20 residents recomanen
East coast trail
A National Geographic Traveler "Top Coastal Destination," this network of salt-scoured trails passes through 30 communities. From Topsail to Cape St. Francis through St. John’s to Capphayden, each trail has distinctive topography, history, and surprises – like a geyser powered by the waves and the first sunrise in North America.
Self Care
Winterholme Wellness Center & Spa
79 Rennies Mill RdHighly recommend for spa & massage treatments!
Luxury Nails & Spa
8 Lemarchant RoadLove their hot stone pedicures!