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Top 6 nature & wildlife things to do in St John's

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of St John's that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Self-guided audio tour of St. John's, St John's1

    1. Self-guided audio tour of St. John's

    5.0· 1 reviews

    A 75-minute walking tour starting from the Convention Centre — explore Vancouver's rich history, local customs, and striking coastal views along the way.

    This was our first experience with a Voicemap tour, and we found it quite enjoyable. We appreciated being able to pause the tour for a coffee at Tosmart and other suggested spots. Our only letdown was not stopping at the Jellybean houses, which are iconic to St. John's. We would certainly choose other tours with Max Hill.MossnClover
  2. Whale and bird watching boat tour in Bay Bulls, St John's2

    2. Whale and bird watching boat tour in Bay Bulls

    4.9· 573 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour guided boat tour in Bay Bulls for spotting whales and seabirds with knowledgeable local guides.

    I had a fantastic experience. I really enjoyed my time and gained a lot of knowledge about Newfoundland. Our guide Noah was outstanding and very friendly.C7652TVkimw
  3. Puffin and whale watching cruise in Witless Bay, St John's3

    3. Puffin and whale watching cruise in Witless Bay

    4.9· 847 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Ninety-minute cruise to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve — watch puffins, whales, and icebergs with educational commentary from naturalists on board.

    I had a fantastic experience on the whale watching trip. We spotted 5-6 whales and thousands of puffins. The crew was excellent and provided us with plenty of information. I look forward to going whale watching again soon.Roam42268952519
  1. Downtown St. John's walking tour, St John's4

    4. Downtown St. John's walking tour

    4.8· 220 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Two hours on foot through historic streets, featuring Water Street, Duckworth Street, and Bannerman Park, with engaging stories and insights on local architecture.

    The walking tour of St John's was outstanding. The guide was knowledgeable and well-prepared, with excellent stops throughout the tour. Communication was effective, and I would definitely recommend this experience.Roving55150189574
  2. Puffin and coastal wildlife cruise in Witless Bay, St John's5

    5. Puffin and coastal wildlife cruise in Witless Bay

    4.8· 18 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Ninety minutes on a spacious catamaran — late-season puffins, plus potential sightings of whales and dolphins, with live commentary from knowledgeable guides.

    We visited toward the end of the season, so our sightings were solely puffins, but as birdwatching enthusiasts, we thoroughly enjoyed watching them. They were swimming near the boat and flying around the entire time. The Gatherall boat is spacious, providing ample viewing spots for everyone. Overall, it was a genuinely enjoyable couple of hours.jjo
  3. Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St. John's, St John's6

    6. Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St. John's

    4.0· 4 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Self-guided audio adventure across 10 locations in St. John's — piece together clues and solve a murder case.

    We really enjoyed our time working on the murder mystery. It was a unique activity for us as a couple, and we both found the experience delightful. I strongly recommend using the driving map.88mitchellk

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