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St. John's, Canada

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Historical landmark· Tourist attraction· Landmarks & Historical Buildings· Park

Signal Hill National Historic Site Reviews | Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars (8 reviews)

Signal Hill National Historic Site is located in St. John's, Canada on 230 Signal Hill Rd. Signal Hill National Historic Site is rated 4.8 out of 5 in the category historical landmark in Canada.

Address

230 Signal Hill Rd

Phone

+1 7097725367

Amenities

Good for kids

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toilet

Open hours

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Aiden Schultz

Lucky for me it wasnt busy. Drove up to the top and found a parking spot. There are trails that lead up and around the hill. Make sure you bring some water and wear good walking shoes! Be careful when you're on the paths there isn't any railing on some parts so stick to the trail and don't wander off. If the drop doesnt get you the ocean will! It was the only clear day (April) to take some good pics, this place must look fantastic in the summer! Even in April, I thought it was great. There are some other attractions coming up the hill. They weren't open while I was there, but they could be soon. I did see the Cape Spear lighthouse from there and when you go the Cape Spear you can see the tower, very cool!

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Deborah G. Moore

Signal Hill is amazing, both in the incredible view, and the very interesting historical significance. You can take the official tour, where you learn all about the place where the first ever trans-Atlantic telephone signal was received. Visit the tower gift shop for some nice souvenirs for the folks back home. You can climb the stairs all the way to the top for an even more expansive view of the North Atlantic. Down at ground level is a bit of whimsy in the form of signs pointing in the direction of England, France, Spain, Portugal (and, of course, Ireland from which most Newfoundlanders proudly hail), complete with the distance to each location. And don't miss the Signal Hill Military Tattoo, where you can watch a realistic reenactment of British Soldiers performing a choreographed drill, complete with rifle shots and a cannon being fired. The British and French clashed many times in the early history of European occupied Newfoundland around the 1700's with the Brits prevailing. Finally, Signal Hill has a bounty of berries one can pick to their heart's delight. Blueberries appear in early August, followed by Partridge Berries, Bakeapples (also known as Cloud Berries), and last, but not least, wild Cranberries. You can take a hike down the rugged path leading down to the ocean cliffs. Be extremely cautious, however, as more than a few people (and pets) have gone over the rocky cliffs' edge. Children, in particular, must be carefully supervised, as do dogs. Signal Hill is beloved by tourists and locals alike. It is a simply stunning location that has a rich history. If you're planning a trip to Newfoundland, be sure to set aside enough time to enjoy all that glorious scenery while you learn about the provinces' rich history.

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Logan Edwards

A must. I haven't been since they put up the wall/barrier, hopefully it doesn't obstruct the view. Pictures taken before the barrier. Came here shortly after sunrise, definitely worth getting up early for this one.

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Just a Doge

"Visit the tower gift shop for some nice souvenirs for the folks back home."

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Kereth Collard

A must visit place on your list if you are near St.John's. The vistas are amazing. Depending on the time of year you can see icebergs and whales. You also can see the Cape Spear Lighthouse. Stunning photo opportunity.

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Candice Stevenson

Depending on how much time you have, it's worth it just to drive up to the top, instead of walking up the hill. There are plenty of walking trails that offer amazing views, your time could be better served up there. Also, when people say it's windy, they're not lying. At all. Hair elastics, and hats that don't blow off are good to bring. Maybe earplugs, if your ears get sensitive with wind.

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Space Drift

Family favorite! We come here at east once a year. Always a beautiful, historic and scenic place to visit. Snap a selfie near the Historic Cabot Tower, or overlooking the Atlantic. Great views of St. John's, as well as the narrows of the St. John's harbor. If you are up for a physical challenge, bring your running shoes and and tackle the Signal hill trail. Be sure to hydrate!

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April Concepcion

We came here winter time and we got a nice view of the city of St. John's and the ocean! Nice to go when it's not windy so you can enjoy staying on the hill. Icebergs can be visible as early as May. You can also walk the trails, just be careful as its steep and may be slippery. Not advisable to do the trail during winter. Best time to go here would be between June-August.

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