Dildo - quiet little fishing town is less than an hour's drive away - go Whale watching or check out the archaeological remains of early Indian settlement
Middle Cove Beach - Closest beach to St. John's. Noted for annual caplin roll in late June.
Irish Loop - 7-8 hour scenic drive following the southern 'cape' shore route 10 back to the Trans Canada Highway.
Cape Spear - the most easterly point in North America, a short 15 minute drive from the city
Bell Island - catch the ferry from Portugal Cove and check out the local mining museum
Petty Harbour - picturesque fishing village and friendly, quiet retreat just minutes from the city - a must-see if visiting Cape Spear take the left turn onto Maddox Cove Road when headed back.
Bay Bulls - a small bay about 20 minutes east on route 10 from St. John's, it's home to various boat tour companies offering whale, puffin, and iceberg watching
