Fortune Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo provided by Barrett & MacKay Photo/Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism
Photo provided by Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
Photo provided by Barrett & MacKay Photo/Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism

Spend a bit of time in this picturesque town to uncover amazing heritage and a tangible past based on the riches of the sea.

Wander through gorgeous parkland and enjoy awe-inspiring coastal scenery in Fortune. Hear the story of this old town and admire historic relics that bring the tale to life.

Although only officially a town since 1946 its name dates back to the 16th-century when fishermen from southern Europe utilized the rich waters of Fortune Bay. The first English settlers arrived during the 1700s with the promise of fish stocks still attracting newcomers.

Stroll along the harbor’s waterfront and see the large commercial boats that stay tethered waiting for the next voyage into the bay’s wild waters. Cod, flounder and haddock are the primary catches and all are served fresh from the net in the town’s best cafés and restaurants.

To work up an appetite pay a visit to Fortune Head Ecological Reserve a 10-minute drive northwest. This was designated a protected area in 1992 following the discovery of prehistoric fossils. Explore miles of exciting wilderness walking with the ever-present noise of the waves crashing against the cliffs below. Stop to gaze over the dark ocean and look west towards the islands of Saint Pierre and Miquelon.

Back in town, check out some excellent museums. The Victoria Hall Museum just off Main Street has a collection of 19th-century artifacts including old masonry tools, carved furniture and a gorgeous spinning wheel. The George and Mary Lake Heritage House meanwhile offers a step into the life of a family living in Fortune in the early 20thcentury.

Fortune is located on the western tip of the Burin Peninsula on Newfoundland. St John’sOpens in a new window, the provincial capital, is a 4-hour drive east. Accommodation in Fortune is limited with a few inns and hostels available.

With end of the world scenery and enthralling culture there is plenty to experience in Fortune.

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's, NL
The price is ₹13,842 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹13,842
₹16,966 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Great staff, very convenient to airport."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Jag Boutique Hotel

Jag Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West, St. John's, NL
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,524 reviews)
"Awesome decor around the property. We opted for the Harbourview King and ended up in the "old" tower on the third floor. Our "view" was a wall of shipping containers, so definitely not worth the upgrade."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Jag Boutique Hotel
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

3.5 out of 5
227 Kenmount Road, St. John's, NL
The price is ₹15,746 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹15,746
₹18,884 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,053 reviews)
"Key cards for room door didn't initially wotk, had to go down to front desk to fix; bathroom sink water pressure was poor, although shower was fine. Daily room cleaning was not great, never vacuumed, didn't make bed on the second morning."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marblewood Village Resort

Marblewood Village Resort

3.5 out of 5
8 Thistle Dr, Steady Brook, NL
Stay at this 3.5-star ski condo in Steady Brook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (498 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Marblewood Village Resort
Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units

Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units

3 out of 5
272 Conception Bay Highway, Holyrood, NL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly condo in Holyrood. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
"Space was fine for what we got, but the listing said it had a queen bed, and it was definitely a double. The listing also said there was a pool, but there wasn’t. There were also about 15 stairs to our space, which we weren’t expecting"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Comerford's Ocean View Efficiency Units
Middle Brook Cottages & Chalets

Middle Brook Cottages & Chalets

4 out of 5
1 Tableland Drive, Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook, NL
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Glenburnie-Birchy Head-Shoal Brook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Gros Mourne Summer Music ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Very nice and staff very friendly. Close to everything. Rocky Harbour Trout River"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Middle Brook Cottages & Chalets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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