Quidi Vidi

St. John's

Cabot Tower featuring general coastal views and landscape views
Cabot Tower showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Cabot Tower showing landscape views as well as a family
Cabot Tower which includes general coastal views
Cabot Tower featuring heritage elements

Put aside a day for tradition, culture and food in Quidi Vidi, a coastal fishing village that combines a fascinating history with beautiful scenery and a thriving arts and crafts scene. 

Enjoy the charms of Quidi Vidi, a traditional fishing village within the city limits of St. John's, Newfoundland. Quidi Vidi was established after the discovery of its rich surrounding fishing grounds in the 16th century. Today, this lakeside settlement prides itself on its rural character defined by its collection of homes, stages, sheds and wharves nestled into a dramatic scenic setting. Stop by the Visitor Centre in the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, where you can learn about the French-British struggle for ownership of the area.

As well as an information center, Quidi Vidi Village Plantation is an artistic hub for emerging artisans. Browse exhibits of unique paintings and crafts created by its 10 artisans working on-site in their studios. Purchase souvenirs and gifts from the artisans who are happy to chat about their creative processes.

Quidi Vidi also offers a range of exquisite culinary experiences. Take a seat at the Mallard Cottage restaurant and try game and seafood dishes paired with wines or warming rums. Be sure to try Iceberg Beer made with 10,000-year-old iceberg water and crafted in the award-winning Quidi Vidi Brewery.

Work off your meal with a stroll. The loop around Quidi Vidi Lake takes less than an hour. This trail is part of the Grand Concourse, a series of interconnected walking trails around the St. John’s area. On your walk, take in views of the dramatic coastline and note the rustic fishing wharves clinging to the rocky outcrops. These ports are still used daily by a population of over 1,000 Quidi Vidi locals.

For a longer trek, set out on an adventure along the East Coast Trail, a 336-mile (540-kilometre) path that leads to the outermost reaches of north-eastern Canada. This trail is best explored after consulting with tourism operators who'll provide maps, guides and seasonal advice.

Get to Quidi Vidi via metrobus from downtown St John's. Quidi Vidi is located near Signal Hill and St. John's harbor, which played pivotal roles in the area's military history. Take a tour and learn about the colonial struggle for the area's fertile fishing grounds.


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Mallard Inn

Mallard Inn

3 out of 5
5 Barrows Rd, St. John's, NL
The price is NT$10,392 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
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NT$12,429 total
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Jag Boutique Hotel

Jag Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West, St. John's, NL
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Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel

3.5 out of 5
227 Kenmount Road, St. John's, NL
The price is NT$2,848 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
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NT$3,457 total
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Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites

Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites

4 out of 5
34 Jetstream Avenue, St. John's, NL
The price is NT$3,982 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
5 Navigator Avenue, St. John's, NL
The price is NT$3,849 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
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Ramada by Wyndham St. John's

Ramada by Wyndham St. John's

3.5 out of 5
102 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, NL
The price is NT$3,304 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,304
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Other neighborhoods around Quidi Vidi

Neighbourhood built on the slopes of Signal Hill overlooking St. John's Harbour

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The Battery

Perched on the slopes of Signal Hill, this picturesque area boasts steep inclines and vibrant houses. Explore Chain Rock, a historic landmark, and enjoy captivating harbor views.

The Battery
Fish tacos at the hotel bar

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Fort William

If you're spending some time in Fort William, Alexis Templeton Studio and Commissariat House are top sights worth seeing.

Fort William
Between 1850-1959, this was where Newfoundland's government gathered

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Bannerman

While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.

Bannerman
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Mount Cashel

While Mount Cashel isn't home to many top sights, Confederation Building and Quidi Vidi Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mount Cashel
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Rennies Mill

Though Rennies Mill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Rooms and Spirit of Newfoundland.

Rennies Mill
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Churchill Park

While there might not be top attractions in Churchill Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederation Building and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.

Churchill Park

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