University Travel Guide
St. John's
Popular places to visit
George Street
Enjoy an outing to George Street during your stay in St. John's. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
The Rooms
You can study the exhibits at The Rooms, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to St. John's. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Signal Hill National Historic Site
Explore the great outdoors at Signal Hill National Historic Site, a lovely green space in St. John's. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Top hotels in University
Memorial University
Really enjoyed this property. Room was clean and parking was easy. Staff friendly. Central to everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Jag Boutique Hotel
Loved everything about our stay! Booking again in a couple weeks. Shout out to Liam on the door. What an amazing young man
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
We were not even afforded the opportunity to stay as the front desk agent denied our ability to even checkin under our reservation it’s our itinerary From Online booking with confirmation reference number Stating that we need credit card to process checkin I went though our booking, reservation detail ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Alt Hotel St. John's
Greeted as soon as we walked in, front desk staff were so friendly. Underground parking was great for peace of mind. Room was so clean and such a great view. Only thing I didn’t like was there was no mini fridge in our room. Overall would definitely recommend to anyone that the stay at the Alt is ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
Amazing room. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Crossroads Inn & Suites
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Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University
Churchill Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit Suncor Energy Fluvarium and St. John's Government House.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Georgestown
While Georgestown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Rooms and St. John's Government House.
Ecclesiastical District
If you're spending some time in Ecclesiastical District, The Rooms and Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist are top sights worth seeing.
Rennies Mill
When in Rennies Mill, you can plan a visit to St. John's Government House and The Rooms, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bannerman
While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.
