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.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. 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 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? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
St. John's Local Pub Tour & History Lesson
St. John's Coastal Hike with Top Local Guide Deneen
Top hotels in Downtown St. John's
Jag Boutique Hotel
"What an outstanding property, the music the whole vibe of the Jag was a weekend to remember"
Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2026
The Murray Premises Hotel
"Room was huge and had everything you'd need. Location was prefect. Close to shopping and downtown sights. Easy included parking was a huge plus. Breakfast was simple but adequate."
Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
"The panoramic view of the harbour was exceptional both from the room and restaurant. The staff was very friendly and helpfully. Close proximity to the downtown core. Highly recommended hotel."
Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
"Modern, well maintained hotel, perfectly located, close to restaurants, bars, the harbour. Great staff, always smiling and ready to help. Our room was a bit small but very comfy."
Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada
"Clean, quiet and comfortable. They were having problems with the air conditioning; however, the staff tried their best to resolve the problem."
Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
"Very walkable city. Location was excellent. The whale watching tours pick you up right at the foor"
Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown St. John's
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Waterford River Walk and Mary Brown's Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit St. John's Government House and The Rooms.
Quidi Vidi
You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
