CAPE SPEAR LIGHTHOUSE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
Blackhead Road, Cape Spear, St. John's, NL A1C 5H2 DIRECTIONS
Since 1836
Here’s The Deal:
Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site is the landmark lighthouse & fortress site surrounded by trails & offering panoramic viewpoints. Cape Spear lighthouse is protected as National Historic Site for two reasons: the lighthouse's age and construction and its role as a gun battery during World War II. Cape Spear Lighthouse is the oldest surviving structure in Newfoundland and Labrador and Fort Cape Spear's Second World War site. It is also very well known as Canada's easternmost point; the site boasts excellent views of unusual seabirds, whales and icebergs.
SPECIALTY:
Amazing Views, Most Easterly Point, The Atlantic Ocean, Short Drive from St, National Historic Site, Whale Watching, Eastern Point, Gift Shop, Coastline, Light House, See Whales & Beautiful Spot Rugged
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CABOT TOWER
230 Signal Hill Road, St. John's, NL A1A 1B2 DIRECTIONS
Since 1898
Here’s The Deal:
Cabot Tower is a tower located in St John, NL. A building was built at the highest point of Signal Hill to commemorate the 400th anniversary of John Cabot's discovery. John's most prominent landmark, Signal Hill, remembers the city's colonial history and conquest in communications and provides coastal hikes and lively performances amid dramatic views across the Atlantic Ocean. The building was used primarily for flag signalling. As St. Signal Hill in St. John's site, Guglielmo Marconi received the world's first wireless transatlantic signal in 1901. This spot describes the history of communications.
SPECIALTY:
Story Building, Tower, Bird-Watching, Interpretation Center, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Trails & Historic Park
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RAILWAY COASTAL MUSEUM
495 Water Street, St. John's, NL A1E 6B5 DIRECTIONS
Since 2003
Here’s The Deal:
Railway Coastal Museum is a railway museum in St. John's, NL. It is declared as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1988. The Museum contains the fascinating history of the Newfoundland Railway, Coastal Boat Services, and stories of what it was like to live and work on the line by exploring features including their 1940's era train diorama, panel exhibits, automated model train display, and dockyard exhibit. This museum tells the story of great initiative, courage and sacrifice involved in building and operating the Newfoundland Railway and Coastal Services. Whether you experience driving, walking, whale watching or kayaking, excursion operators offer tours to suit every interest. Free parking is available.
SPECIALTY:
A Train Park, Museum, Murals and Paintings, Passenger Train, A Dockyard Exhibit & 28 Models
Price: Adult (18-59) - $8
Youth (5-17) - $5
Students (with ID): $6
Senior (60+) - $6
Military (with ID): $6
Youth (5-17) - $5
Students (with ID): $6
Senior (60+) - $6
Military (with ID): $6
Age 4 and Under: FREE