Central Travel Guide
St. John's
Popular places to visit
George Street
Enjoy nights of singing, drinking, dancing and live music at the party capital of downtown St. John’s, two blocks of clubs and bars.
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Signal Hill National Historic Site
Retrace historic moments of this landmark hill, the site of wartime defenses and where the first transatlantic wireless signal was received.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Central
Monastery Hotel
Bathroom door could use replacing, it was an effort to close it securely. The self-moistening toilet cycled for nearly an hour after flushing and was quite loud. Our room came with a complementary bottle of wine corked with no bottle opener provided. We called reception for a bottle opener and it ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Jag Boutique Hotel
Absolutely fantastic the hotel amenities restaurants stunning and a fantastic atmosphere and vibe
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Great place to stay reasonably quiet given proximity to the airport room was excellent and staff were very accommodating
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Smart TV’s in the rooms would be great
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
best location, best staff. thank you!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
Rooms are needing major upgrades, windows are terrible. Myself and my 12 year old son had a 2 night stay and both nights we were so cold in our rooms, we had the heat up however the wind kept blowing in through the old windows and door. If it wasn't for the great staff this would be a horrible review. ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown St. John's
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown St. John's. A stop by George Street or Atlantic Place might round out your trip.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Masonic Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Georgestown
While Georgestown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Rooms and St. John's Government House.
Mundy Pond
Though Mundy Pond may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Rennies Mill
When in Rennies Mill, you can plan a visit to St. John's Government House and The Rooms, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
