A hill overlooking St. John's Harbor which has been given "National Historic Site" status.
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Signal Hill, St. John's
#1 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
125 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Military Bases/ Facilities; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance 5557.5 km from city centre
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- "Signal Hill Trail" 25 May 2012
- "A MUST!" 24 May 2012
- "Great moderate walk! Beautiful view of St. John's!" 23 May 2012
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Cape Spear Lighthouse, St. John's
#2 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
79 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses
Distance 9.8 km from city centre
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- "Great views of Icebergs" 25 May 2012
- "East East" 25 May 2012
- "Great view of an iceberg" 24 May 2012
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#11 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
24 reviews
Little is known about the place where the Vikings first reached the island (or as many people say - first came to America). It is right in L'Anse aux Meadows. So, around 1000 AD... more »
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 482.7 km from city centre
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- "Not what I expected" 2 May 2012
- "Historic" 7 Apr 2012
- "Try to go on a foggy day..." 26 Mar 2012
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George Street, St. John's
#16 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
52 reviews
Green Sleeves is a great bar and a must if visiting good ol' George Street. Also if you are a White Russian cocktail lover, you must try Lotties Place, they are famous for... more »
Attraction type Neighbourhoods
Distance 2.9 km from city centre
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- "Long weekends are quiet on George St." 25 May 2012
- "A bit sleezy" 25 May 2012
- "Live hoppin and stomping best kind of time." 23 May 2012
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Cabot Tower, St. John's
#17 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
15 reviews
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A tower built at the highest point of Signal Hill, to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's discovery of Newfoundland and Queen Victoria's......
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A tower built at the highest point of Signal Hill, to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's discovery of Newfoundland and Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.
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Attraction type Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance 4.9 km from city centre
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- "History" 25 May 2012
- "Nice" 5 May 2012
- "Signal Hill, Cabot Tower" 30 Mar 2012
St. John's Haunted Hike, St. John's
#19 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
18 reviews
Attraction type Mysterious Sites; Tours
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- "I great hike, lots of history and good humor." 17 May 2012
- "Great Stories" 24 Mar 2012
- "A Haunted walking tour with heart in beautiful..." 4 Mar 2012
Norstead Viking Village, L'Anse aux Meadows
#24 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
5 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites
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- "I felt like a viking" 31 Dec 2011
- "Very interesting!" 24 Oct 2011
- "Almost a jump back in time!" 28 Aug 2011
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#25 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
5 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses
Distance 130.6 km from city centre
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- "An old lighthouse in an interesting area" 23 Apr 2012
- "Historic" 7 Apr 2012
- "Great place to visit" 30 Aug 2011
Random Passage Site, New Bonaventure
#26 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
8 reviews
Attraction type Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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- "Do not miss this gem" 21 Apr 2012
- "Random Passage - wonderful history lesson" 6 Feb 2012
- "A look at the old world" 5 Feb 2012
#29 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
8 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses
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- "Stunning scenery" 25 Jul 2011
- "Most spectacular picnic setting anywhere" 20 Jul 2011
- "A "must do" if you're traveling the Irish Loop!"" 21 Jun 2011
Red Bay National Historic Site, Red Bay
#31 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
2 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites
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- "Fascinating tale of Basque whaling" 2 May 2012
- "Red Bay - a perfect combination of nature and..." 11 Nov 2011
L'Anse Aux Meadows National Historic Site, L'Anse aux Meadows
#32 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
2 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites
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- "Made me fall in love with Canadian history again" 16 Mar 2012
- "it was awesome!!!!!!" 12 Dec 2011
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Grenfell House Museum, St. Anthony
#38 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
3 reviews
Owner description:
Grenfell House is the restored residence of Sir Wilfred Thomason Grenfell. It is part of the Grenfell Historic Properties which also include The......
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Grenfell House is the restored residence of Sir Wilfred Thomason Grenfell. It is part of the Grenfell Historic Properties which also include The Grenfell Interpretation Centre, Grenfell Handicrafts, Tea House HIll & walking trail, the Dock House Museum and the Jordi Bonet Murrals at the Rontunda. Sir Wilfred was a young medical doctor who came to Newfoundland in 1892 and left behind a legacy of schools, orphanages, coop's and medical services, which still exits today.
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Attraction type History Museums; Historic Sites
Distance 11.5 km from city centre
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- "In a word "Inspiring"" 23 Sep 2011
- "Grenfell House & Museum" 27 Aug 2011
- "Interesting historical display; easy to follow" 4 Aug 2009
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Quidi Vidi Battery, St. John's
#39 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
11 reviews
The Battery is a majestic fort overlooking St. John's coastline and Quidi Vidi Village.
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 5.6 km from city centre
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- ""Private Property"" 25 May 2012
- "Iceberg in the harbour" 25 May 2012
- "A cute little village" 24 May 2012
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#42 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
3 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 1170.1 km from city centre
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- "Small village at the east coast of Newfoundland" 2 May 2012
- "beautiful area" 30 Sep 2011
- "This was one of the best picnics we've ever had!" 7 Sep 2011
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Commissariat House, St. John's
#46 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
2 reviews
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 17.9 km from city centre
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- "Great history" 3 Feb 2012
- "An interesting glimpse of upper class life" 6 Oct 2010
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Woody Point Lighthouse, Woody Point
#48 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
2 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses
Distance 438.6 km from city centre
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- "After seeing this place, I can now understand why..." 11 Jan 2012
- "Woody Point Lighthouse" 24 Apr 2008
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#50 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
1 review
Attraction type Lighthouses
Distance 492.4 km from city centre
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- "Cape Ray Lighthouse - Nice Scenic Area" 28 Nov 2011
#51 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
4 reviews
Attraction type Lighthouses
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- "Impressive Community Achievement" 16 Feb 2012
- "Long Drive - Not Always Open" 28 Nov 2011
- "Wonderful old lighthouse!" 18 Oct 2007
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#52 of 35 attractions in Newfoundland and Labrador
1 review
Attraction type Lighthouses
Distance 490.7 km from city centre
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