Top Things to do in Newfoundland
Top Hotels in Newfoundland
- 1. Alt Hotel St. John's
- 2. JAG
- 3. Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
- 4. Ramada by Wyndham St. John's
- 5. Super 8 by Wyndham St Johns
- 6. Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Holiday Inn Express Deer Lake, an IHG Hotel
- 9. Comfort Inn
- 10. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
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10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Newfoundland That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador including Blow-Me-Down Mountains, Skerwink Trail, Gros Morne National Park, East Coast Trail, Bell Island Community Museum - No. 2 Mine Tour, North Head Trail, Gros Morne Mountain (James Callaghan) Trail, Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Signal Hill, Cabot Tower.
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1. Blow-Me-Down Mountains
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By 319janise - York Harbour, Canada
I see Blow me Down mountain from my window every day. It is also a great place to hike and get an unbelievable view of Corner Brook, Woods Island, Governors Island, Lark Harbour, York Harbour, the North Arm. It is a challenging hike but not too strenuous. And worth the effort!
2. Skerwink Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 567 reviews
Skerwink Trail is the hiking Jewel of the region. It is internationally recognized and was ranked the top 35 trails in North America and Europe by Travel & Leisure Magazine (2003). This 5.3 km hike will provide the opportunity to view and photograph the amazing coastal scenery, sea birds, whales, eagles, sea stacks as well as icebergs (in season).
Reviewed By Notlegallyblonde - North Vancouver, Canada
Fantastic trail to see the amazing beauty of the Newfoundland coast and diversity of landscape. Did it with a 12 year old and it was totally fine. Great vistas - with whales traveling the coast. You can pop onto the trail at different spots so make sure you know where you are when you enter - if you don't go from the parking lot!
3. Gros Morne National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,102 reviews
Reviewed By jill329 - Kelowna, Canada
Gros Morne is a truly unique experience. We marveled at the geological historical green point with a park guide educating us about the millions of years of strata under our feet , a unesco world heritage hidden gem! Trout pond tour is exceptional too Tablelands are amazing and unique . We did not have time to take in all the hikes and tours we will be back
4. East Coast Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 466 reviews
Explore 25 wilderness paths along North America's easternmost coastline. The East Coast Trail unites genuine wilderness hiking with richly historic communities from Topsail Beach, to Cape St. Francis, to Cappahayden. There are over 300 kilometers of developed trail to explore. The paths of the East Coast Trail take you past towering cliffs and headlands, sea stacks, deep fjords, and a natural wave-driven geyser called the Spout. Experience abandoned settlements, lighthouses, ecological reserves, seabird colonies, whales, icebergs, the world's southernmost caribou herd, historic sites, a 50-metre suspension bridge, two active archaeological dig sites, and many more attractions. While the East Coast Trail is free to hike. A $25 annual membership fee helps offset the cost of trail maintenance.
Reviewed By 990hectorv - St. John's, Canada
Gigantic spot for a picnic, a “budol fight” will be funtastic for an 8.1Kilometers "tukad-baba, baba-tukad." Worth the trail that will test your agility, endurance and mobility that equates to its easy, moderate and kind of difficult terrain for those who are not use to trudge long distances. Took me 2 hours and 15 minutes to reach this highlight through different grade of pathways, starting from unpaved road, muddy and stone trail, into the woods, longitudinal boardwalks to stair made of logs, etc. In total, 5 hours back and forth which includes taking a deep breath, a break and at least 3 “viewpoints.” Sweat and perspire a lot under a sultry sun, cooling off under the canopies of spruce. Tasting wild blueberries on the way was such a leisurely treat. Lucky to have the boat on the spot with bunches of people touring the rugged coastline and estuaries.
5. Bell Island Community Museum - No. 2 Mine Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 571 reviews
Closed for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Opening May 2021. Group and Off Season Tours can be booked in April, 2021. This “Cultural Tourism Award” winner is a 20 minute ferry ride from scenic Portugal Cove. When you arrive, the #2 Underground Mine Tour & Museum is a 5 minute car ride from the ferry dock. At our facility you will be greeted by local tour guides who will share our history and tell you amazing stories about our forefathers. You'll be inspired by tales of these hard working Bell Islanders who risked their lives to supply the world markets with precious iron ore and were instrumental in contributing to the economic stability of the province of Newfoundland Labrador in the early 1900's. Our experience includes a walking tour that goes down into the #2 Mine to 650 feet on a 10 degree slope. Wear a jacket or warm sweater, it is 6 degrees. After your tour, sit and enjoy a cup of our own Miners' Blend Coffee with a treat in our newly renovated Mug Up Coffee Shop.
Reviewed By 915philln - Woodstock, Canada
Had a fantastic time learning the history of the mine and of the business of mining, our guide Bonnie was amazing and brought the tour to life and as a bonus she has the voice of an angel singing a song for us about mining. The whole island was a highlite of our trip
6. North Head Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 185 reviews
An exhilarating hike featuring rugged coastal beauty, striking views, and historic sites. This challenging trail built by Parks Canada descends 500 ft and includes a narrow coastal path along the Narrows. Caution: This trail is not maintained by the Grand Concourse Authority. Steep cliffs and hazardous sections are common throughout and caution should be exercised at all times.
Reviewed By zoller123 - Toronto, Canada
A great hike that rewards you with stunning views! If heights are a challenge for you , you might want to think twice !
7. Gros Morne Mountain (James Callaghan) Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By 908Laura - San Francisco, United States
My husband and I hiked this trail a few days ago to ascend to the summit of Gros Morne Mountain, the second highest peak in Newfoundland. and it was an awesome experience! The official guide claims that the entire trail measures 9.6 miles, but my GPS tracking recorded a half marathon. The trail definitely calls for a pair of good hiking boots with good ankle support. The most grueling was the 500 meter ascend from the base via a scree filled gully. In addition to the loose rocks, there was also a stretch of snow on the way. From below we could not really see the mountain top since it was shrouded in clouds. Park rangers in general recommend caution when clouds hide the top. We pressed on anyway, fully aware that we may not be able to see far from the top if the cloud persisted. It took us about an hour to cover the steep climbing along the gully. 3 and half hours after we set off at the trail head, we reached the summit at about 2,900 feet. Part of the mountain range was covered by the cloud, however, a bit below the summit and on our way hiking down, we were rewarded with a spectacular view of the Ten Mile Brook Pond (see my photos). It took us a bit over 7 hours to complete the hike including picture stops along the way. We were not sure whether this trail would be doable for a 12 year old prior to our hiking, due to the concerns over the gravel gully. Having completed it, I think it would totally be doable. This is a must-do in my opinion if you are visiting Gros Morne National Park.
8. Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 377 reviews
Museum featuring historical and artistic artifacts pertaining to the Roman Catholic Church.
Reviewed By ramona551 - St. John's, Canada
If your into stained glass and churches then you will want to see the Bascillica..this beautiful stone building is a remarkable beauty ..the inside is a must see as the stained glass and monuments inside are breathtaking...around the back of the Cathedral on outside you can visit the holy shroud ..a remarkable must see for Catholics and people interested in religioous artifacts and history..a must see ...there is a nice terry walk from downtown St. John’s up to the basilica ..a grea5 easy at your own pace walk..
9. Signal Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,524 reviews
A hill overlooking St. John's Harbor which has been given "National Historic Site" status.
Reviewed By 992KarenH992 - Franklin, United States
Easy walk up to the top from the parking lot, 360 degree view from the top including St. John's harbor, Cape Spear Lighthouse and other parts of Avalon.
10. Cabot Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 423 reviews
A tower built at the highest point of Signal Hill, to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's discovery of Newfoundland and Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.
Reviewed By jenniferb360 - Ottawa, Canada
We took the Hop On Hop Off bus tour, and our first stop was Signal Hill, where Cabot Tower is situated at its highest point. It was built as a monument to John Cabot’s 1497 voyage to North America and to the 60th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s reign. Climb the stairs for a great view of the city and harbour. There is a gift shop on the first floor, and the second floor has a section devoted to the first trans-Atlantic wireless transmission of the human voice received here by Guglielmo Marconi in 1920.
