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Explore Signal Hill National Historic Site on a self-guided audio tour that plays through your smartphone.
Across 14 GPS-triggered stops, discover 330 years of military history, Marconi’s 1901 transatlantic wireless breakthrough, Cabot Tower, Queen’s Battery, the Noon Day Gun, coastal defences and local legends. The route points you toward sweeping views of St. John’s Harbour, the Narrows and the Atlantic.
Audio plays automatically near each point of interest, while the live map shows your location and route. Download the tour over Wi-Fi before you begin, then explore without using mobile data.
Allow one to two hours, or take longer. Start at the Signal Hill Visitor Centre or another convenient point, divide the route into sections, and pause for views whenever you like. Expect steep paths, uneven ground, stone stairs and strong winds in places.
There is no group, fixed departure time or in-person guide. Discover Signal Hill’s battles, breakthroughs and coastline at your own pace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Begin your journey at the Visitor Centre or via the app directly from the parking lot. Explore the site's iconic vistas and historic battlements at your own pace, with no need to follow a specific route.
Itinerary
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Follow 14 GPS-triggered stops across Signal Hill, where Atlantic scenery meets centuries of military and communications history.
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Pass the seasonal Visitor Centre, home to exhibits and a film introducing Signal Hill’s military and communications history.
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Pause at Gibbet Hill for sweeping views and eerie stories from St. John’s past.
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See the restored Queen’s Battery Barracks and historic guns that guarded the Narrows in the 1800s.
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Admire Cabot Tower, the hilltop landmark tied to Marconi’s breakthrough in transatlantic wireless communication.
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Johnson Geo Centre (Pass by)
Pass the Johnson GEO CENTRE, built into Signal Hill to showcase the story of Earth and Newfoundland’s geology.
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Discover the legends surrounding Deadman’s Pond, a quiet landmark with a haunting reputation.
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Take in ocean views from Ladies’ Lookout, a historic vantage point linked to Signal Hill’s coastal watch and battles.
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Look across St. John’s Harbour from Battery Lookout and trace the former defences of Fort Waldegrave.
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See the Noon Day Gun site, where a historic cannon tradition still marks midday during scheduled seasonal programs.
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Follow the rugged North Head Trail for dramatic coastal views and stories of Signal Hill’s wartime past.
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View Fort Amherst across the Narrows and hear stories of its lighthouse and harbour defences.
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Look over the Narrows from Signal Hill and imagine the battles once fought for control of St. John’s Harbour.
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Meet the bronze Newfoundland and Labrador dog statues, beloved symbols of the province’s working and seafaring heritage.
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Download the Tripvia Tours app and the tour over Wi-Fi before you arrive.
- Bring a fully charged smartphone; enable location services.
- This is a self-guided experience; no tour guide meets you at the starting point.
- The 14-stop route takes about 1–2 hours; start at the Visitor Centre or another convenient point.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Download the Tripvia Tours app and the tour over Wi-Fi before you arrive.
- Bring a fully charged smartphone; enable location services.
- This is a self-guided experience; no tour guide meets you at the starting point.
- The 14-stop route takes about 1–2 hours; start at the Visitor Centre or another convenient point.
- Expect steep paths, uneven ground and stone steps; wear sturdy shoes and dress for strong wind or changing weather.
- Visitor Centre, GEO Centre and other facilities may have seasonal hours, admission fees or closures.
- You can divide the route into sections or pause for views and continue when ready.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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