Guidebook for St. John's
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The best chocolate I've ever had, hands down. And yes, I've been to Europe many times! :)
12 locals recommend
Newfoundland Chocolate Company
166 Duckworth StThe best chocolate I've ever had, hands down. And yes, I've been to Europe many times! :)
For $5 tax-in for 2 giant slices (though they call it one and cut it in half) - you can't go wrong.
6 locals recommend
Venice Pizzeria
81 Military RdFor $5 tax-in for 2 giant slices (though they call it one and cut it in half) - you can't go wrong.
SO much to do here! Swim in the pool, run in the grass, spread out a picnic blanket, try out the brand new splash pad or playground, read under a tree, smell the flowers, or watch a softball game!
84 locals recommend
Bannerman Park
Military RoadSO much to do here! Swim in the pool, run in the grass, spread out a picnic blanket, try out the brand new splash pad or playground, read under a tree, smell the flowers, or watch a softball game!
Best tourist shop on the go. Full disclosure, I used to work here years ago, but genuinely, it has the loveliest jewellery and gift items downtown.
15 locals recommend
Whink
Best tourist shop on the go. Full disclosure, I used to work here years ago, but genuinely, it has the loveliest jewellery and gift items downtown.
Food Scene
Mohamed Ali
177 Duckworth StTry the falafel platter, you won't regret it.
When you are in the mood for more gourmet pizza, this is divine. Think caramelized onion and pear as toppings. Om nom nom.
7 locals recommend
PI
10 Kings RdWhen you are in the mood for more gourmet pizza, this is divine. Think caramelized onion and pear as toppings. Om nom nom.
Whether you're vegetarian/vegan or not, you have to try this. Anything on the menu, doesn't matter, all incredible.
37 locals recommend
Poyo + the Sprout takeout
364 Duckworth StWhether you're vegetarian/vegan or not, you have to try this. Anything on the menu, doesn't matter, all incredible.
India Gate Restaurant
286 Duckworth StTo die for butter chicken and naan. And everything else.
For a fancy night out, this is an essential experience here. But book far in advance, before you come!
62 locals recommend
Raymonds Restaurant
95 Water StFor a fancy night out, this is an essential experience here. But book far in advance, before you come!
Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca Downtown
377 Duckworth StThe Adelaide Oyster House
334 Water StFixed Coffee and Baking
183 Duckworth StCoffee Matters
1 Military RdBernard Stanley Gastropub
223 Duckworth StMallard Cottage
8 Barrows RdYellowBelly Brewery
288 Water StRestaurant & brewery
Bagel Cafe
246 Duckworth StChinched
5 Bates HillBacalao Nouvelle Newfoundland Cuisine
65 Lemarchant RdNewfoundland dishes with a modern twist
Merchant Drive
Merchant DriveSightseeing
Signal Hill
230 Signal Hill RdQuidi Vidi
Gorgeous traditional fishing village. A must see!
North America's most easterly point. Absolutely stunning views!
109 locals recommend
Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site
North America's most easterly point. Absolutely stunning views!
Essentials
Needs Convenience Military Road
69 Military RdMoo Moo's Ice Cream
88 Kings RdDelicious homemade ice cream and convenience store
Halliday's Meat Market
103 Gower StEntertainment & Activities
Modo Yoga St. John's
223-233 Duckworth StNova Yoga
125 Long's HillQuidi Vidi Brewery
35 Barrows RdJohnson Geo Centre
175 Signal Hill RdJack Axes
95 Merrymeeting RoadShopping
Twisted Sisters boutik
175 Water StA series of artist studios where you can interact with and buy directly from the artisans.
34 locals recommend
Quidi Vidi Village Plantation
10 Maple View RdA series of artist studios where you can interact with and buy directly from the artisans.
Johnny Ruth
183 Water StNewfoundland Weavery Ltd
177 Water StArts & Culture
The Rooms
9 Bonaventure AveGreat cafe, too!
Railway Coastal Museum
495 Water StBasilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
200 Military Rd