Ecclesiastical District
St. John's
Visit Ecclesiastical District
Popular places to visit
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
George Street
Enjoy nights of singing, drinking, dancing and live music at the party capital of downtown St. John’s, two blocks of clubs and bars.
Signal Hill National Historic Site
Retrace historic moments of this landmark hill, the site of wartime defenses and where the first transatlantic wireless signal was received.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Ecclesiastical District Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
"Very comfortable bed and really quiet room"
Reviewed on 2026/6/20
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"Overall had a good stay. Nice location and very helpful staff."
Reviewed on 2026/6/20
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"Excellent Hotel for the price point. A little out of the way from the tourist areas but never waited longer than 2 minutes for Ubers. Room was spacious, clean and had plenty of amenities a traveller would need. No Breakfast available but there is a Denny’s attached to the Hotel. Lobby Coffee was ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/19
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
"Good location and fairly proximate to the airport. I was able to check-in a bit earlier which was helpful as my flight landed at 7:00am so a noon check-in was appreciated."
Reviewed on 2026/6/20
The Guv’nor
"The breakfast was amazing and the staff in the restaurant were super friendly. We did ask for a working hair dryer and it was not replaced. Overall the lace was good"
Reviewed on 2026/6/20
Jag Boutique Hotel
"I like the energy and vibe of the hotel. The staff were excellent."
Reviewed on 2026/6/20
Where to stay in Ecclesiastical District
Downtown St. John's
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown St. John's. A stop by George Street or Atlantic Place might round out your trip.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, George Street and Newman Wine Vaults are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quidi Vidi
You'll enjoy the parks and historic sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.
Churchill Park
While there might not be top attractions in Churchill Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like George Street and St. John's Government House.
West End
While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market.
