The 10 Best Things to do in Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador

August 21, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Discover the best top things to do in Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador including East Coast Trail, Signal Hill, Point Riche Lighthouse, Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site, Marble Mountain, The Rooms, The Dark Tickle Co., Corner Brook Stream Trail, Irish Loop, Captain James Cook Historic Site.
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1. East Coast Trail

50 Pippy Pl 2nd Floor, Unit 9, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1B 4H7 Canada +1 709-738-4453 [email protected] http://www.eastcoasttrail.com
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5.0 based on 466 reviews

East Coast Trail

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.

2. Signal Hill

Signal Hill Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1A 1B2 Canada +1 709-772-5367 http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/nl/signalhill/index.aspx
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4.5 based on 3,524 reviews

Signal Hill

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.

3. Point Riche Lighthouse

Port au Choix, Port au Choix, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Point Riche Lighthouse

Reviewed By realbigbear - Great Falls, United States

Point Richie Lighthouse is worth a quick stop if you are traveling in Newfoundland's northern peninsula. The views are wonderful,and the rocky beach is worth exploring.. This is a good location to spot caribou since a small herd often is seen on the beach.

4. Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site

1914-1930 Black Head Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A0A 1J0 Canada +1 709-772-5367 http://pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/nl/spear
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4.5 based on 2,400 reviews

Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site

Reviewed By T4232XIjohnb - Toronto, Canada

Cape Spear is as far east as you can go in North America and the lighthouse stands as a sentinel protecting ships from the dangerous rocky shores. Do walk up to the lighthouse to get the best views and even if the day is a foggy/cloudy one you will get a great experience with the fog horn blowing in the background.

5. Marble Mountain

Exit #8, Trans Canada Highway, Steady Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador A2H 2N2 Canada +1 888-462-7253 [email protected] https://www.skimarble.com/
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

Marble Mountain

Come Out and Play at Marble Mountain Resort! We're known for our diverse ski and snowboard terrain, abundance of snow, short lift lines, and great events. This is the highest mountain peak you can ski in Atlantic Canada, and still the most unspoiled. Enjoy a diverse array of on-site accommodations and easy access to a vast snowmobile / ATV trail network. When it's not snowing, enjoy our 9 zip-line tour over the roaring Steady Brook Falls or take in an event in our majestic base lodge. "

6. The Rooms

9 Bonaventure Ave, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1C 3Y9 Canada +1 709-757-8000 [email protected] http://www.therooms.ca/
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4.5 based on 1,822 reviews

The Rooms

The Rooms is a place for all of us: for those who live here and those who want to experience it fully. Part sanctuary, part showcase, part classroom and part playground, it’s both a destination and a journey. This is a gathering place, a creative space and a cultural centre as distinct and unique as Newfoundland and Labrador. It is our place to come together, to create meaningful and memorable experiences. It is our place to share the best of who we are.

Reviewed By Nunya-from-NS - Wick, United Kingdom

A magnificent collection of collections on a stunning site. Well signed, easily accessible, big range of exhibits. We saw WW1 exhibit, rughooking exhibit, Group of Seven exhibit, natural history exhibit, cultures of NL exhibit (very sensitively handled, bravo, and a wonderful display of local expressions!) ... and somehow we missed the David Blackwood exhibition (I'm very disappointed about this, but can't figure out how it happened). Bravo, this place is sensational!

7. The Dark Tickle Co.

75 Main Street St. Lunaire-Griquet, Newfoundland and Labrador A0K 2X0 Canada +1 709-623-2354 [email protected] http://www.darktickle.com/
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4.5 based on 44 reviews

The Dark Tickle Co.

Wild berry production, an historically themed cafe, The Granchain Exhibit, art and gift gallery, and an iceberg, whale, and seabird boat tour. A member of the Atlantic ECONOMUSEE Network. The Dark Tickle Company manufactures jams, sauces, vinegars, teas, drinks and chocolates from unique wild berries. These berries, picked by hand, are carefully processed without additives. Visitors can watch the transformation into our various products via a windowed production area. Guided tours are available for our facility and boardwalk. Dark Tickle Expeditions offers a whale, iceberg, and seabird tours departing from a traditional Newfoundland merchant property. Through the use of a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) explore elements of the underwater realm. Cafe Nymphe is an historically-themed bistro housing The Granchain Exhibit. A showcase of the French migratory fishery along Newfoundland’s “Petit Nord”. Tea, coffees, soup, sandwiches, pizza, daily specials, and wild berry desserts.

Reviewed By 347aprilw - West Kelowna, Canada

We visited the gift shop and all ended up leaving with something. All of their preserves and sauces made with local berries are delicious! And their collection of Newfoundland art, crafts, books and other collectables is amazing. We also took one of their boat tours as a last minute decision and were not disappointed! The gentlemen who took us out were incredibly warm and welcoming. We learned a lot about not only icebergs and birds, but the history of the area as well. We were both educated and highly entertained the entire time. We would definitely come do another tour and visit the shop again!

8. Corner Brook Stream Trail

City Wide Trail Network Corner Brook Stream Dev. Corp, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-639-9266 http://www.cbstream.com
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4.5 based on 123 reviews

Corner Brook Stream Trail

Reviewed By richardf600 - Louisville, United States

This is a wonderful trail system that goes through the city and is very easy to walk so you can stroll easily and enjoy the flora and fauna. It is beautiful and well maintained. Unfortunately, due to time we could take the entire trail.

9. Irish Loop

Avalon Peninsula, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-334-2609 http://www.theirishloop.com/
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4.0 based on 51 reviews

Irish Loop

10. Captain James Cook Historic Site

Mayfair Avenue, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador A2H 6M7 Canada +1 709-637-1232 http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/planyourtrip/Detail/210593
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4.0 based on 165 reviews

Captain James Cook Historic Site

Reviewed By denab924 - Gaithersburg, United States

Nice place to walk around, learn some history and see beautiful views. Just try not to get there when a tour bus group is there. Pretty flowers there too.

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