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Things to Do in Bonavista

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Lighthouses
Historic lighthouse with interpretive tours, panoramic views, and nearby wildlife. Features a light keeper's house and a sense of seclusion with regular puffin and whale sightings.
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Parks
Coastal park showcasing stunning sea stacks and arch formations with cliffside vistas. Nearby wildlife encounters include whale sightings and a local puffin colony.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historical maritime site with a replica ship and informative exhibits, invites exploration of seafaring life. Features a unique gift shop and self-guided tours.
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  • Robert D
    Brooklyn, New York5,118 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Scenic spot
    Cape Bonavista Lighthouse was built in 1843. Nearby is Landfall Municipal Park. According to local legend, this is the spot where John Cabot first landed in Newfoundland.
    Review of: Cape Bonavista Lighthouse
    Written October 21, 2024
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  • Robert D
    Brooklyn, New York5,118 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful place
    Dungeon Provincial Park is a collapsed sea cave on the Bonavista Peninsula. There are lovely views of the cave itself and the coast.
    Review of: Dungeon Provincial Park
    Written October 21, 2024
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  • Jack W
    Nepean245 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see in Bonavista
    This is a great place to learn about the cod fishery and the sealing industry as well as Bonavista itself. Such a wealth of information! Wonderful displays. People at the museum and the adjacent general store were super friendly and helpful.
    Review of: Ryan Premises National Historic Site
    Written November 4, 2024
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  • Robert D
    Brooklyn, New York5,118 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Replica of John Cabot's ship
    I visited the Ye Matthew Legacy, a replica of the ship John Cabot used when he discovered Newfoundland in 1497. The replica was built in 1997 for the 500th anniversary of his voyage. There is a small museum which tells Cabot's story. Then you go to see the ship. A guide explains some details of the vessel and then you can explore the ship.
    Review of: Matthew Legacy
    Written October 21, 2024
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  • wigsy
    Hamilton, Canada607 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Theatre
    This historical theatre is simply wonderful. My wife and I attended an evening concert by a few local musicians who played many Newfoundland and Labrador folk songs. It was very nice. Usually they show movies in the theatre however we were lucky to be in Bonavista to see some live entertainment. Also the price was very reasonable.
    Review of: Garrick Theatre
    Written June 29, 2024
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  • Jack W
    Nepean245 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A heritage home worth visiting
    An important piece of Newfoundland history, especially the role the occupants of the house played in the campaign for Newfoundland to join Canada. The tour guide as very informative.
    Review of: Mockbeggar Plantation
    Written November 4, 2024
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  • Catherine
    Uxbridge, Canada4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely hike
    Wonderful hike in King’s Cove, trail is well maintained, great views and lookouts. Definitely a must see!
    Review of: King’s Cove Lighthouse
    Written May 24, 2023
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  • CherylM2010
    Calgary, Canada80 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    An easy walk with good views
    We walked as far as the restaurant and the Fish Flakes. This was an out and back hike on well maintained trails.
    Review of: Cape Shore Trail
    Written July 15, 2022
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  • Kevin L
    Tiny, Canada382 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great views if you stop in at all the places along the way
    We did this drive on the way to and from our stay in Bonavista. I would do this drive instead of the Irish loop as the scenery is much better. Be sure to stop in Trinity, Elliston, Cape Bonavista and Spillars Cove
    Review of: Discovery Trail
    Written September 11, 2021
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  • Laura T
    Vancouver, Canada41 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Historical and informative
    Great museum to learn about Bonavista’s history and culture. The staff are were welcoming and informative, glad we stopped by.
    Review of: Bonavista Museum
    Written September 30, 2024
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  • Robert D
    Brooklyn, New York5,118 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pleasant walk
    This is a pleasant walk around Old Days Pond. There are nice views all around and you can watch the ducks in the water. There are places to sit and rest along the way.
    Review of: Old Days Pond Boardwalk
    Written October 21, 2024
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  • sandra c
    Bradford West Gwillimbury, Canada24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Love this shop and their products
    Beautiful little shop where you can see them making the products. You can see, smell and try all the products before you purchase. I bought bath bombs and bath salts, and used a bath bomb when I returned home. It was the best homemade bath bomb I have ever purchased - great smell, light use of oil and not over the top of fizzy. Looking forward to trying the bath salts!
    Review of: East Coast Glow
    Written July 25, 2019
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  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,923 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    TRINKETS WITH A QUALITY EDGE
    I was not in a buying mood when I visited but was nevertheless appreciative of the quality of items on sale. It is not a particularly large floor space. Some items like T-shirts are back in the staff only area. Suffice to say many items had a more Bonavista and/or maritime look. The building itself was part of the original working Ryan Premises.
    Review of: Heritage Shop Ryan Premises
    Written September 5, 2019
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