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Destination St. John’s is your guide to St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador! Colourful experiences. Colourful characters. Colourful encounters.

Discover top attractions, events, live music, dining, accommodations, and outdoor adventures. Being the most easterly point in North America has its advantages. For starters, we have our very own time zone. In Canada, the sun rises first on Newfoundland and Labrador. We’re the youngest (and coolest) province in Canada, home to the oldest street in North America, and we’ve been welcoming adventurer

s from all corners of the world for over 500 years. A city rich in culture, we honour tradition while embracing eclectic sophistication. When in St. John’s, you hear your fair share of tall tales and yarns, but that’s not all. As you walk through the winding alleyways of our vibrant downtown, you’ll encounter fashionistas, chefs, artists, musicians, and more. Thirsting for adventure? It’s easily quenched by skirting the dramatic coastline on foot or enjoying a day on a boat where you may have close encounters with humpback whales, puffins, and icebergs! Beautiful vistas, unique culinary pleasures, and unique architecture are just tiny slices of an urban experience that will feel like no other. But it’s the colourful characters who are the most memorable, in a place where strangers quickly become friends, and the local vernacular has you smiling and scratching your head all at once. Performances abound: sing along. Toe tapping is welcome. Colourful encounters. Make your destination St. John’s—you’ll be glad you did. John’s expects only respectful comments and discussion within its social media accounts. We will not tolerate hate speech, personal attacks or foul language and any comments that fall under this description will be deleted. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community.

08/08/2025

📣 WELCOME 2025 Jeux du Canada Games 🤗❤️🏅

🎉 The 2025 Canada Summer Games is here and we couldn’t be more excited! 🇨🇦 Over 4,000 of Canada's top young athletes along with their families, friends, and coaches are here in St. John's and we’re so proud to welcome them to our colourful, one-of-a-kind destination.

From exciting competition to the ARTA VISTA Festival (St. John's Convention Centre), there’s so much to experience. For tickets, sport schedules, live streams, results, or to download the official app, visit the 2025 Jeux du Canada Games website.

While you're here, we hope you take time to explore everything our destination has to offer. Grab a bite at a local restaurant, pop into a unique shop, and soak up the sights of our beautiful coastlines and historic landmarks.

Let’s show the rest of Canada what makes Destination St. John's so special 😊❤️🎨

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08/07/2025

Newly minted Honorary Newfoundlanders. So cute. They loved getting screeched in. We have them daily at 3 o’clock in The Screech Room at 208 Gower Street.

08/06/2025

It’s a ‘berry’ beautiful day on the East Coast Trail ☺️❤️🫐

Thank you .k.kelly for sharing your adventures with us ☺️

Blueberry season has arrived on the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland. From late August to September, wild blueberries grow along trails and open fields. Sweet, local and perfect for snacking or baking.

Got a favourite blueberry recipe? Share it with us below! 🫐💙

08/06/2025

Simple. Perfect. Easy.

Lar's Custard Cones.

08/05/2025

08/05/2025

🤹 The Downtown St. John's Busker Festival is almost here!! Catch all the action this weekend August 8-10! Located at three sites throughout downtown. Local and international performers hit the streets beginning at 12 noon daily and finishing at 9 pm(weather permitting). Free admission but if you enjoy the shows you can express your appreciation by dropping a little something in the performer’s hats 🎩. Head over to www.downtownstjohns.com for all the event details, busker bios and the schedule ! See you this weekend! ♥️

08/05/2025

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08/05/2025

08/04/2025

08/04/2025

Come Visit Historic D***o!

This is our front-yard. We’re from here, we love this way of life, we enjoy the ocean and when we have time we spend it on the lawns and the water, walking around the village, and enjoying this unique place of choice. #❤️

08/04/2025

The sun shines first on Newfoundland ☺️❤️☀️

Thank you for these beautiful photos.

Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site, Parks Canada, the most easterly point in North America and one of the best spots in the world to watch the sun rise. There is something magical about standing at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, feeling the sea breeze, and watching the first light of day touch our province. If you are visiting Newfoundland and Labrador, make sure Cape Spear is on your list. Bring your camera, a warm sweater, and a sense of adventure. The sunrise here is worth getting up early for.

Located just outside St. John’s, Cape Spear is the most easterly point in North America and a must-see stop for anyone visiting Newfoundland and Labrador. Whether you’re searching for things to do in St. John’s or looking for the best sunrise views near the city.

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211B Lemarchant Road
St. John's, NL
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+18777398899

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https://destinationstjohns.com/

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Colourful Experiences

Being the most easterly point in North America has its advantages. For starters, we have our very own time zone. In Canada, the sun rises first on Newfoundland and Labrador. We’re the closest province to Europe, which means St. John’s harbour is a safe haven for transatlantic travelers and a bustling commercial port. We’re the youngest – and coolest – province in Canada, home to the oldest street in North America, and we’ve been welcoming adventurers from all corners of the world for over 500 years. A city rich in culture, we honour tradition while embracing eclectic sophistication. When in St. John’s, you hear your fair share of tall tales and yarns, and that’s not all. As you walk through the winding alleyways of our vibrant downtown, you’ll encounter fashionistas, chefs, musicians, and more, all elements of a colourful tapestry of experiences unfolding before your eyes. Thirsting for adventure? It’s easily quenched by skirting the dramatic coastline on foot, or enjoying a day on a boat on the bay having close encounters with humpback whales, puffins, or icebergs (and maybe all three!). Beautiful vistas, unique culinary pleasures, and unique architecture are just tiny slices of an urban experience that will feel like no other. But it’s the colourful characters who are most memorable, in a place where strangers quickly become friends, and the local vernacular has you smiling and scratching your head all at once. Performances abound: sing along. Toe tapping is welcome. Colourful experiences. Colourful characters. Colourful encounters. Make your destination St. John’s—you’ll be glad you did.