Our Man in St. John’s
Canadian comedian and television personality Rick Mercer shares his favourite spots.
Located 25 minutes from downtown St. John’s at the Beach House hotel in Portugal Cove, this grown-up eatery serves beautiful food in... Read more
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Located in a former merchant family’s home, this restaurant serves traditional Newfoundland cuisine with a twist, like rare medallions... Read more
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What do Japan and Newfoundland have in common? Seafood. No wonder, then, that this Japanese fusion restaurant serves up everything from iceberg... Read more
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Borrowing from local dialect – Bivver means shiver in St. John’s, as with cold – the swank new Sheraton bar is an oasis... Read more
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Follow the action on Water St. from the large windows overlooking the oldest street in North America at this twelve-room boutique inn. Blue... Read more
An energized atmosphere and popular lounge give Blue on Water its edge. Seafood appetizers and mains are exceptional. Fresh cod, sweet corn... Read more
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This is as far east as you can go and still be in North America. In spring and early summer, Cape... Read more
Landmarks
Steam rises from the non-stop espresso machine at Chatters Café, where double espressos are as popular with the city’s early... Read more
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Search the trove of local music at Fred’s Records for bargains in the CD racks and amongst the eclectic collection of vinyl. Helpful... Read more
Shops
No trip to St. John’s would be complete without a jaunt to George Street. The city’s party central, it boasts dozens of side-by-side... Read more
Landmarks
St. John’s International Airport is only about 15 minutes from the city centre by taxi; fares run around $25 to the major hotels. There’s no airport bus service or limousine on site.
Landmarks
If a Depth Charge coffee and made-to-order breakfast sandwich from this Water Street mainstay don’t get you pumped for the day of hiking... Read more
Bakeries / Cafés
This well-curated shop stocks items to make the home feel special: David Fussenegger bamboo throws from Austria, Pillivuyt serving dishes... Read more
Shops
Looking for a luxury alternative to the big hotels? This intimate bed and breakfast, tucked into the side of Signal Hill, offers three suites... Read more
The former home of a merchant, this property has kept all the quirky charm of its original owners, with animal-print reading chairs and souvenirs... Read more
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Take a piece of Newfoundland art back home with a visit to landmark emporium Living Planet T-Shirts. All designs are by local artists, and... Read more
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Champagne and beer drinkers can feel equally comfortable at this creative eatery. The restaurant’s modern setting is casual and the... Read more
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This hotel, built in 1846, overlooks the harbour on the edge of the downtown waterfront. Its “premises” were once 19th-century... Read more
One of the longest-running folk festivals in Canada, this venerable event at Bannerman Park, in the heart of St. John’s, is the premier... Read more
Arts & Culture
An eclectic boutique that stocks funky fashions and headgear alongside shimmering silver jewellery, quirky home accessories, pretty stationery... Read more
Shops
In the city, St. John’s Metrobus offers a number of city bus routes, at fares of $2.25 for adults and $1.75 for children.
Chef Jeremy Charles and GM Jeremy Bonia have created a restaurant where sea captains of yore and current captains of industry (and the cast... Read more
Restaurants | Canada's Best New Restaurants
Owner and artist Brenda McClellan brings the sights and spirit of Newfoundland and Labrador to the walls of her St. John’s gallery.... Read more
Arts & Culture
Rodrigues Winery serves kosher saltine crackers to cleanse your palate after one of its wine tastings. Organic and certified kosher, their... Read more
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If you are ever in St. John’s the first Wednesday in August, head to Quidi Vidi Lake for the annual Royal St. John’s Regatta,... Read more
Arts & Culture
This downtown gem, steps from the business district and historic core, offers food for hungry eyes and hungry stomachs. Drink in the harbour... Read more
Newfoundland is called The Rock for a reason: Climb Signal Hill at the east end of the city and you’ll realize exactly why. We suggest... Read more
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Ditch the BlackBerry: Nothing should disturb the silence during your Phytomer Spa Seatonic Treatment, a.k.a. reflexology session. A former... Read more
Storefront sushi and basic tables mix to create a local favourite. And don’t worry if you show up late; this downtown restaurant won’t... Read more
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Cabs are plentiful and convenient. If you’re lucky, you’ll meet Mike Rodgers, the Bugden’s cabbie who’s kept a guestbook in his car for decades. Thousands of people have signed the pages in several volumes, and you can thumb through the latest edition to find guests from as far away as Peru, China, Greece, Finland and Vietnam.
Bugden's Taxi: 709-726-4400
Villa Nova Cabs: 709-746-0505
City Wide Taxi: 709-722-7777
Located in the heart of downtown and steps from the legendary nightlife of George St., the Delta St. John’s offers rooms with a all-encompassing... Read more
What’s better on the Rock than a rock museum? The Geo Centre is an underground geological interpretation centre built right into the... Read more
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You’re probably not coming here for the It factor – the Falcon Crest-era decor was undoubtedly tacky when it was new. No, you’re... Read more
Restaurants | Bars
Immerse yourself in the history, art and culture of Newfoundland and Labrador at the province’s largest public cultural space. The Rooms... Read more
Arts & Culture
Sold by the slice and cut from a round cake, the all-natural soaps – offered exclusively by this East Coast cosmetics destination –... Read more
Shops
Photo: Trevor Harris
Landmarks | Health & Wellness
The YellowBelly has quickly made a name for itself with delicious stick-to-the-ribs fare and fresh ales and lagers from an on-site craft brewery... Read more
Bars
Canadian comedian and television personality Rick Mercer shares his favourite spots.
Scaling the sun-drenched cliffs of Flatrock, Newfoundland’s rock-climbing mecca.
Our favourite hotel stays.

