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Historic Downtown St. John's Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

4.0(14)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Tripvia Tours
Historic Downtown St. John's Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

About this activity

Discover colourful streets, historic churches and a working Atlantic harbour on a self-guided 3 km walk through downtown St. John's. The route takes about 90–120 minutes at an easy pace, with highlights including Government House, the Colonial Building, Jellybean Row, Water Street and the National War Memorial. Signal Hill is featured in the stories and can be visited separately.

GPS-triggered audio plays as you approach each mapped point, while a live route map shows where to go next. Download the tour before setting out for offline use, then start, pause or resume whenever you like. Explore outdoors at your own pace; there is no in-person guide, and entry to buildings or attractions is separate.

What's included

  • ✓Self-guided smartphone audio tour with GPS-triggered stories
  • ✓Offline tour use after downloading in advance
  • ✓Flexible, self-paced access without a fixed start time
  • ✓Live GPS route map

Not included

  • ✕Headphones (optional; audio also plays through your device speaker)
  • ✕Smartphone or tablet (bring your own)
  • ✕Attraction admission, interior access and separately booked activities such as boat trips
  • ✕In-person guide and transportation

Meeting and pickup

  • The start of the tour is at the corner of Military Road and King's Bridge Road. After downloading the app and tour, you'll start the tour here.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This primarily outdoor, pass-by 3 km walk includes hilly streets and some uneven surfaces. Public transit is nearby. Buildings may be closed, but you can complete the exterior audio route; check weather and temporary street access before setting out.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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