St. John's, Newfoundland
Canada
St. John's is Canada's oldest city in Newfoundland, offering Signal Hill, iceberg watching in season, whale tours, and the legendary George Street pub scene.
St. John's Intl (YYT)
Holland America; Princess
June - September
Signal Hill National Historic Site (Marconi's first transatlantic message); Cape St. Mary's bird sanctuary; George Street (world's most bars per capita!); hiking the East Coast Trail; whale watching
Walkable from pier to downtown
St. John's has very unpredictable weather - always bring rain gear; fog is common; George Street can be rowdy at night - enjoyable but be aware
St. John's is the oldest city in North America. Signal Hill has spectacular views of the city and the ocean. Iceberg watching is possible in June. George Street has the most bars per capita outside Disney World or Las Vegas.
Screech (local rum); toutons (fried dough); salt cod; flipper pie; Quidi Vidi brewery; local seafood
Water Street shops; Quidi Vidi Brewery; local Newfoundland crafts; puffin souvenirs
Yes
Canadian Dollar