Timeline
09:00
Start with breakfast at India Gate. It opens early for a buffet, and arriving right at opening helps you beat the lunch rush. The tandoori chicken is a local staple.
09:30
Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Walk three minutes to the Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador. Browse the local literature and souvenirs. The shop opens at 09:00, so you will be there as soon as it opens, ensuring a quiet experience.
09:45
Head to Harbourside Park. The park is opposite the National War Memorial and features statues of a Newfoundland Dog and a Labrador Retriever. It is a peaceful spot to rest your legs and take in the harbour views before the day gets busy.
Local tip
India Gate serves a buffet from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM on weekdays, but their daily menu is available from 5 PM. For breakfast, arrive early as suggested. The Historic Sites Association shop is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00.
Check before you go
- India Gate buffet hours are Mon-Fri 11:30AM-1:30PM; daily menu 5PM-9PM.
- Historic Sites Association of Newfoundland and Labrador is open Mo-Su 09:00-17:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to St. John's (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).