Things to do in Newfoundland & Labrador

Don't be fooled by the picturesque, sleepy towns that dot the coastline of Canada's eastern most province. These villages may look serene but there are lots of things to do in Newfoundland & Labrador and adventures to see both on and off the water. Welcome to the place known as 'The Rock'.

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Newfoundland is Canada's easternmost and youngest province, joining the Canadian Federation in 1949. St. John's is the oldest English-founded settlement in North America (established in 1497) and is filled with history, culture, scenic places and exciting adventures.

Time slows down when you visit Newfoundland. Go at your own pace as you discover and witness icebergs, whales, seabirds off the Atlantic coast.

Of course, there's Gros Morne National Park, the first UNESCO site in Canada, where you'll be captivated by the coastal beauty of towering cliffes and deep fjords. While hiking atop a 600 meter high plateau, you'll experience what it feels like to hike at the edge of the world.

When you visit Newfoundland, you'll discover the people are a friendly bunch. Get set for lots of interesting and accommodating conversations and a heart-felt welcome wherever you go.

National Parks in Newfoundland & Labrador

Gros Morne National Park
Terra Nova National Park

Border Crossings in Newfoundland

Click here for locations of border crossings in Newfoundland and hours of operation. Note that there are only airport, seaport and inland Border Services offices. The only vehicle links to the province are via ferries and you'll clear customs in the preceding province.