Harbourfront district

St. John's, Canada

Home to St. John's Fish Exchange and Blue On Water, overlooking the historic harbour.

Places in Harbourfront district

St. John's Fish Exchange A top restaurant among St. John's most recommended, overlooking the historic harbour.
Blue On Water A top restaurant and bar among St. John's harbourfront dining picks.

Best time to visit: June to September offers the mildest weather for exploring the colorful Jellybean Row houses and coastal trails.
Getting around: Downtown St. John's is compact and walkable, with the harbourfront and George Street clustering most of the city's dining and nightlife.
Currency: Canadian Dollar (C$)
Language: English. French is an official language nationwide.
Timezone: NST (UTC-3:30, UTC-2:30 in summer)
Current trends: St. John's dining scene continues to draw on its North Atlantic setting, with Mallard Cottage and The Merchant Tavern leading a wave of contemporary Newfoundland cuisine, while The Jag Boutique Hotel's rock and roll theming and onsite Exile Bar reflect the city's growing boutique hospitality identity.

Downtown St. John's — Home to The Jag Boutique Hotel, Stella's, and most of the city's top restaurants.
Quidi Vidi and outer neighbourhoods — Home to Mallard Cottage, a celebrated restaurant in a historic setting.