St. John’s is the capital and largest city of the Atlantic island of Newfoundland. Vibrant rows of houses, busy streets, vast open green spaces and a charming harbor front are the distinguishing elements one of North America’s oldest cities. The narrow winding alleys of the town lead up to Signal Hill, home to Cabot Tower, where Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless message. The tower was originally built to celebrate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot’s voyage to Newfoundland. Perched atop the hill are other iconic sights, such as the twin clock towers of the Basilica Cathedral of St.
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Cabot Tower
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Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
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Newman Wine Vaults Provincial Historic Site
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Places to Stay
Alt Hotel Saint John’s is a charming contemporary-style hotel overlooking the harbor, at the corner of Water and Prescott streets in downtown Saint John’s. This eco-friendly and pet-friendly hotel offers spectacular views of the Narrows.
JAG Hotel lies between lively George Street and historic Water Street, in the heart of St John’s downtown area. At this upscale establishment, stay in a spacious ensuite room that is tastefully decorated in a contemporary style with local influences. The interiors are done up in shades of cream and gray, offset by patterned wallpaper…
Murray Premises Hotel is a designated National Historic Site on the harbor front at Saint John’s, the colorful capital city of Canada’s Newfoundland and Labrador Province. This downtown hotel, housed in a restored heritage building, has plenty of old-world charm.
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