St. John’s in the fall offers families a wonderful mix of crisp autumn air, brilliant seasonal foliage, and fewer crowds. Kids and parents can explore scenic urban parks, check out local farms, and experience iconic coastal landmarks without the heavy summer rush.
Start your visit with brunch from The Gypsy Tea Room before starting your day! Make your way to the St. John’s Farmers’ Market to experience a fun and welcoming atmosphere with fresh produce, handcrafted goods, live music, and genuine community. After visiting the vendors and having some yummy treats, visit the playground at Bannerman Park.
Enjoy a delicious meal at Boston Pizza or Jungle Jims.
Spend the afternoon exploring The Fluvarium, an environmental education centre with Under-the-River viewing windows, interactive exhibits and nature trails. Back downtown, spend some time at the Titanic & Iceberg Museum. The museum features artifacts, movie props from James Cameron’s Titanic, scale models, and interactive displays that let guests touch and hold real 10,000-year-old iceberg ice.
Reserve a table at Moxies or The KEG Steakhouse.
End the night experiencing the night views from Signal Hill National Historic Site.
Start the day with breakfast at Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House. After a delicious breakfast, take some time to visit Avalon Mall for shopping, movies, dining and arcade fun for everyone, or head to O’Brien Farm for an outdoor adventure.
Enjoy a lovely meal at Jack’s Restaurant or Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca.
Make your way underground to the Johnson Geo Centre, a unique science and geological museum built directly into the 550-million-year-old rock of Signal Hill. It showcases Earth’s history, space exploration, and the province’s unique resource and oil-and-gas industries. Finish your day with a stroll through the colourful streets of downtown St. John’s and stop into Newfoundland Chocolate Company for a sweet local treat.
Please Note
Some business opening days and times may change seasonally. We always recommend making reservations and calling in advance to avoid disappointment.
