Quidi Vidi

St. John's

Cabot Tower featuring general coastal views and landscape views
Cabot Tower showing heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Cabot Tower showing landscape views as well as a family
Cabot Tower featuring general coastal views
Cabot Tower featuring heritage elements
Put aside a day for tradition, culture and food in Quidi Vidi, a coastal fishing village that combines a fascinating history with beautiful scenery and a thriving arts and crafts scene. 

Enjoy the charms of Quidi Vidi, a traditional fishing village within the city limits of St. John's, Newfoundland. Quidi Vidi was established after the discovery of its rich surrounding fishing grounds in the 16th century. Today, this lakeside settlement prides itself on its rural character defined by its collection of homes, stages, sheds and wharves nestled into a dramatic scenic setting. Stop by the Visitor Centre in the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, where you can learn about the French-British struggle for ownership of the area. 

As well as an information center, Quidi Vidi Village Plantation is an artistic hub for emerging artisans. Browse exhibits of unique paintings and crafts created by its 10 artisans working on-site in their studios. Purchase souvenirs and gifts from the artisans who are happy to chat about their creative processes.

Quidi Vidi also offers a range of exquisite culinary experiences. Take a seat at the Mallard Cottage restaurant and try game and seafood dishes paired with wines or warming rums. Be sure to try Iceberg Beer made with 10,000-year-old iceberg water and crafted in the award-winning Quidi Vidi Brewery.

Work off your meal with a stroll. The loop around Quidi Vidi Lake takes less than an hour. This trail is part of the Grand Concourse, a series of interconnected walking trails around the St. John’s area. On your walk, take in views of the dramatic coastline and note the rustic fishing wharves clinging to the rocky outcrops. These ports are still used daily by a population of over 1,000 Quidi Vidi locals. 

For a longer trek, set out on an adventure along the East Coast Trail, a 336-mile (540-kilometre) path that leads to the outermost reaches of north-eastern Canada. This trail is best explored after consulting with tourism operators who'll provide maps, guides and seasonal advice. 

Get to Quidi Vidi via metrobus from downtown St John's. Quidi Vidi is located near Signal Hill and St. John's harbor, which played pivotal roles in the area's military history. Take a tour and learn about the colonial struggle for the area's fertile fishing grounds.


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Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
3.5 out of 5
227 Kenmount Road, St. John's, NL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,527 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
P5,527
P6,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"Excellent location, easy access and clean and friendly"

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025

Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
Jag Boutique Hotel
Jag Boutique Hotel
4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West, St. John's, NL
The price is P4,955 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
P4,955
P5,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,252 reviews)
"We got a room to check out the new JAG Soundhouse. It was a magnificent experience, the new building is beautiful and very unique and the dining / cocktail experience was wonderful. The only complaint I have is that the Vallee parking was sold out and we had to park in a parking garage about 2 blocks ..."

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2025

Jag Boutique Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel
3.5 out of 5
5 Becks Cove, St. John's, NL
The price is P5,403 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
P5,403
P6,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,168 reviews)
"Ice machines and vending were not available despite being advertised"

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025

The Murray Premises Hotel
Alt Hotel St. John's
Alt Hotel St. John's
3.5 out of 5
125 Water Street, St. John's, NL
The price is P5,555 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
P5,555
P6,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Cafe was excellent. Great coffee."

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2025

Alt Hotel St. John's
Ramada by Wyndham St. John's
Ramada by Wyndham St. John's
3.5 out of 5
102 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, NL
The price is P4,552 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
P4,552
P5,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent experience. Very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham St. John's
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
3.5 out of 5
2 Hill O'Chips, St. John's, NL
The price is P4,382 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
P4,382
P5,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (975 reviews)
"Reception was excellent"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
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Other neighbourhoods around Quidi Vidi

Neighbourhood built on the slopes of Signal Hill overlooking St. John's Harbour

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The Battery

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Battery and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cabot Tower.

The Battery
Fish tacos at the hotel bar

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Fort William

If you're spending some time in Fort William, Christ Church and Commissariat House are top sights worth seeing.

Fort William
Between 1850-1959, this was where Newfoundland's government gathered

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Bannerman

While visiting Bannerman, you might make a stop by sights like St. John's Government House and Colonial Building.

Bannerman
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Mount Cashel

While Mount Cashel isn't home to many top sights, Confederation Building and Quidi Vidi Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mount Cashel
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Rennies Mill

Though Rennies Mill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colonial Building and St. John's Government House.

Rennies Mill
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Churchill Park

While there might not be top attractions in Churchill Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederation Building and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.

Churchill Park

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