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A wide view of St. John’s, Newfoundland, showing Signal Hill’s rocky slope in the foreground and the city’s harbor below with ships, docks and a dense spread of buildings under a clear blue sky.

St. John's, Newfoundland

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Things to do in St. John's

St. John’s has a character you feel as soon as you arrive, shaped by its fishing-port roots, steep hills and bright row houses. The city mixes maritime history with a creative streak, making it easy to spend a day wandering between scenic viewpoints and the neighborhoods that give Newfoundland its unmistakable charm.

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  • A hillside of colorful houses set along a rocky shoreline in St. John’s, Newfoundland, with vivid greens and warm sunlight reflecting across calm harbor water.

    The Battery offers one of the most unforgettable views in Newfoundland as its hillside homes overlook the harbor like a colorful patchwork quilt.

  • A stone fortress on Signal Hill in St. John’s, Newfoundland, sitting on a grassy rocky slope with two people walking along a wooden boardwalk under a cloudy sky.

    Walk the scenic paths around Signal Hill, where Cabot Tower stands guard over the Atlantic and the city’s rugged headlands.

  • A row of brightly painted wooden townhouses in St. John’s, Newfoundland, featuring yellow, teal, orange, blue and green facades along a quiet street with cars and overhead power lines.

    Stroll past the iconic Jellybean Row, where each house glows in a different hue and showcases the playful personality of St. John’s.

  • A street corner in St. John’s, Newfoundland, featuring tall multicolored wooden row houses, a dark brown corner building, traffic lights, street signs and overhead power lines beneath a partly cloudy sky.

    Step inside the historic downtown, a maze of narrow streets lined with pubs, local shops and architecture shaped by Irish and Scottish heritage.

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Shore excursions to explore in St. John's

St. John’s offers a mix of coastal scenery and historic landmarks, and Princess shore excursions make it easy to experience the highlights without worrying about local logistics. From windswept viewpoints to museums and lively neighborhoods, each tour brings a different side of Newfoundland into focus.

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  • A white lighthouse on the rocky cliffs of Cape Spear in Newfoundland, overlooking the ocean at sunrise with wildflowers, a white fence and a small Canadian flag in the foreground.

    Best of St. John's: Cape Spear Lighthouse, St. John's & Signal Hill

    Take in Newfoundland’s dramatic coastline and historic landmarks on this half-day tour that begins at Cape Spear, the oldest surviving lighthouse in the province and the easternmost point in North America. Continue through St. John’s to see colorful row houses and civic buildings before heading up Signal Hill, where Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal.

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  • A historic black cannon mounted on a weathered wooden carriage at Signal Hill, overlooking steep rocky cliffs and blue ocean water on a sunny day.

    St. John's Highlights, Signal Hill & Historic Church

    See the city’s past and present on a guided drive through St. John’s, from Victorian wooden homes to stone churches that reflect its colonial roots. Stop at the Commissariat House, Government House and the Garrison Church for photos, then continue to Signal Hill. Here you’ll visit Cabot Tower and learn how this rugged headland shaped both early communication and local history.

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  • A panoramic view of St. John’s, Newfoundland, showing colorful row houses, modern buildings, large red-brick structures and prominent landmarks like the Rooms museum and the twin-tower basilica under a clear blue sky.

    St. John's, Signal Hill, Rooms Museum & Churches

    Explore the cultural heart of St. John’s as you travel its oldest streets, lined with colorful wooden buildings and centuries-old churches. Visit Signal Hill for sweeping views of the Atlantic and learn about the site’s military and communication milestones. Then tour The Rooms Museum, home to art, archives and exhibits that reveal Newfoundland’s natural history and vibrant heritage.

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  • A rugged coastal headland near Signal Hill in Newfoundland, covered in green vegetation with steep rocky faces meeting calm blue ocean water under a vivid sky with wispy clouds.

    Signal Hill & Geo-Centre

    Uncover Newfoundland’s geological story with a visit to the Johnson GEO CENTRE, an award-winning museum built into 500-million-year-old rock. Hands-on exhibits reveal the forces that shaped the island’s cliffs and coastline. Afterward, head to Signal Hill for another look at the dramatic landscape and a chance to photograph the harbor, rugged headlands and sweeping Atlantic views.

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  • A wide cityscape of St. John’s, Newfoundland, showing the harbor, colorful hillside houses, large brick buildings, the Rooms museum and the twin-tower basilica under soft golden light.

    Port Wine, Beer & Newfoundland Screech-In

    Taste the spirit of Newfoundland on a relaxed outing through St. John’s food and drink scene. Sample port wine and local brews, then join in a traditional Screech-In ceremony that celebrates the province’s humor and hospitality. Along the way you’ll learn how local ingredients, maritime history and modern craft makers influence the flavors of this lively coastal city.

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  • A row of brightly painted wooden townhouses in St. John’s, Newfoundland, featuring red, navy, yellow, teal and green siding under a blue sky with overhead power lines.

    Walking Tour of St. John's

    See St. John’s up close on a guided walking tour that winds through its historic downtown. Pass Jellybean Row’s brightly painted homes, explore narrow streets rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1892 and learn how merchants and mariners shaped the city’s character. The route also includes Water Street Historic District, one of the oldest commercial areas in North America.

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St. John’s appears on a mix of cruise itineraries, from New England and Canada cruises that follow the Atlantic coastline to longer journeys that cross the ocean or loop farther north. Many routes include ports known for whale watching and seasonal iceberg views, especially in spring and early summer. Others feature St. John’s as a highlight on broader explorations of the North Atlantic and select World Cruise segments.

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Discover St. John's on your next cruise

Cruises to St. John blend seafaring tradition with a creative streak all its own, from its hillside neighborhoods to its lively downtown pubs and artisan shops. St. John’s wears its history on its sleeve, from fishing stages along the harbor to neighborhoods shaped by Irish and Scottish influence. Spend your time moving between scenic overlooks, lively streets and landmarks that tell the story of one of North America’s oldest cities.

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The interior of a large stone cathedral with high wooden vaulted ceilings, tall arches, long rows of wooden pews and stained glass windows illuminating the distant altar.

Step into this soaring cathedral and feel the quiet power of stone arches guiding you toward the glowing altar.

A close view of Cabot Tower on Signal Hill, a square stone structure with turrets and flagpoles perched on rocky grass under a bright blue sky.

Step into maritime history at Cabot Tower, standing guard high above the Atlantic.

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