St. John's Small Group Tour: Cape Spear & Signal Hill Views

Walk the easternmost lighthouse in North America, then climb Signal Hill for views across the entire city and harbor.

A three-hour guided tour of St. John's departing from your downtown hotel, visiting Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site and Signal Hill National Historic Site with admission included, plus a narrated drive through the city's landmarks and the fishing village of Quidi Vidi. Groups stay under eight travelers, and your guide narrates the route in English.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore St. John's and nearby landmarks

• Pick up from downtown hotel
• Drive through historic downtown St. John's
• Pass Jellybean Row colorful houses
• Pass The Rooms cultural landmark
• Pass George Street pubs and bars
• Pass Basilica and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
• Visit Signal Hill National Historic Site
• Explore Cabot Tower at Signal Hill
• Pass Terry Fox Memorial
• Visit Quidi Vidi fishing village
• Visit Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site

The experience

Three hours covers the essentials of St. John's without rushing. The tour picks you up at your downtown hotel and moves through the city's most recognizable sights: you'll drive past Jellybean Row with its brightly painted houses, pass The Rooms cultural landmark, and see George Street's famous concentration of pubs before heading out to the coast. The narrated drive gives you the history and context: the role of Signal Hill in receiving the first transatlantic wireless signal, the story behind the Terry Fox Memorial overlooking the harbor, the architecture of the Basilica and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

Cape Spear Lighthouse sits at the easternmost point in North America, and you have time to explore the historic structure and stand at that geographic marker with the Atlantic stretching out in front of you. Signal Hill comes next, where Cabot Tower crowns the summit and the panoramic views take in the entire city, its harbor, and the surrounding coast. Both sites have admission included. Quidi Vidi Village, a charming fishing community with colorful homes and local heritage, rounds out the stops before the return to your hotel.

The small-group format keeps the tour to a maximum of seven guests, so the pace stays manageable and the guide can answer questions without losing the group. Your driver handles the narration throughout, meaning you're not managing a separate audio device or competing with other travelers for the guide's attention.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown St. John's.
• admission to Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower.
• admission to Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site.
• a stop in Quidi Vidi Village.
• a fully guided, narrated driving tour of St. John's landmarks including Jellybean Row, The Rooms, George Street, and the Basilica and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
• small-group format with a maximum of seven guests.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 13:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by See Sight Tours

Is this one for you?The three-hour pace means you're moving between stops rather than lingering at any single site, so this works best if you want the highlights and the views without a full-day commitment. The tour includes two significant climbs (Signal Hill and Cape Spear), so you'll need a moderate level of fitness and comfort with uneven coastal terrain.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Cape Spear Lighthouse and why is it on this tour?

Cape Spear Lighthouse marks the easternmost point in North America and sits on a dramatic stretch of Atlantic coastline. You'll have time to explore the historic lighthouse structure itself and take in the views. It's one of the most recognizable geographic landmarks in Newfoundland and a natural focal point for any St. John's tour.

How much walking is involved at Signal Hill and Cape Spear?

Both sites require moderate walking to explore properly. At Signal Hill, you'll climb to Cabot Tower at the summit for the panoramic views. At Cape Spear, the lighthouse and viewpoints are accessible but involve some uneven terrain and coastal paths. The tour is designed for travelers with at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

Does the tour include admission to Signal Hill and Cape Spear?

Yes, admission to both Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site is included in the tour price. You won't need to buy separate tickets at either location.

What is Quidi Vidi Village like?

Quidi Vidi is a historic fishing village known for its colorful homes, working harbor, and strong local heritage. The tour includes a stop here so you can experience the coastal charm and see how the community sits tucked into its own small harbor, separate from the main city.

Is hotel pickup included, and does the tour return to the same hotel?

Yes, complimentary pickup and drop-off are included from your downtown St. John's hotel. The tour departs from your hotel and returns you there at the end.

What landmarks does the narrated city drive pass?

The drive takes you past Jellybean Row, The Rooms, George Street, Water Street, the Basilica and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, St. John's Harbour, and the Terry Fox Memorial. Your guide narrates the history and significance of each as you pass, so you get context without stopping at every site.