• Signal Hill National Historic Site - Embark on an adventure through 14 engaging audio stops where the rugged coastline meets global history. From the heights of the iconic Cabot Tower and the dramatic cliffs of the North Head Trail to the underground wonders of the Johnson Geo Centre, this self-guided tour brings the essence of St. John’s right to your fingertips.
• Signal Hill Visitor Centre - Start your exploration at the Signal Hill Visitor Centre, where interactive exhibits, rare artifacts, and an intriguing short film unveil the hill’s dramatic military and communication history. With hands-on displays and kids’ explorer programs, this modern gateway sets the stage for your outdoor adventure across this iconic National Historic Site.
• Gibbet Hill - Listen to a lively pirate narrator who brings the hill’s eerie past to life. Now a serene lookout, this stop offers sweeping views of St. John’s alongside haunting tales of maritime justice.
• The Queen’s Battery Barracks - Step back into the 1860s at the fully restored Queen’s Battery Barracks, where live musket demonstrations and historic cannons bring St. John’s military history to life.
• Cabot Tower - Stand at the crossroads of history. Perched atop Signal Hill, this iconic stone fortress served as a crucial military lookout and witnessed a moment that changed the world forever. From its wind-swept battlements to its storied walls, the tower holds the secret to a global “first”—and we’re about to reveal it!
• Johnson Geo Centre - Descend beneath Signal Hill into the Johnson Geo Centre, where ancient rock and interactive exhibits reveal Earth’s 3.7-billion-year story from deep within the planet’s crust.
• Deadmans Pond - Enveloped in legend and ghostly lore, this tranquil yet eerie stop holds more than just water. Beneath the surface ripple tales of bottomless depths, vengeful spirits, and chilling mysteries. Does it truly have no end? We’ll share the stories that keep skeptics looking over their shoulders!
• Ladies Lookout Trail - At this breathtaking vantage point, sweeping ocean views meet the poignant traditions of those who watched for returning ships—and the fierce battlefield legends that earned this site its name. We’ll tell you why this peak was the ultimate watchtower for both love and war!
• Battery Lookout - Discover how this once key defense post guarding St. John’s Harbour, Battery Lookout and Fort Waldegrave echo with wartime vigilance.
• Noon Day Gun Marker - Experience a living military tradition at Signal Hill’s Noon Day Gun, where a historic cannon—once aboard HMS Calypso—still thunders across St. John’s to mark the midday hour.
• North Head Trail - As you navigate the rugged beauty of the historic North Head Trail, you’ll hear from Bill—a WWI soldier brought to life to share the Hill’s raw, wartime reality. Experience the coastline through his eyes as he recounts the grit and glory of a soldier’s life on the edge of the Atlantic.
• Fort Amherst - From Signal Hill, hear a former lighthouse keeper share stories of vanished forts, wartime defenses, and the enduring memory of a coast that once stood guard.
• Signal Hill National Historic Site - Gaze down at the gateway to the Atlantic. From this iconic Signal Hill vantage point, you’re looking at one of the most strategic stretches of water in North American history. We’ll take you into the heart of the smoke and thunder of the battles.
• Our Dogs - Prepare for a greeting like no other! Meet the bronze legends of Newfoundland and Labrador—who are stepping out of their statues to tell their own stories. These iconic companions are proud symbols of our province’s grit and sea-faring soul. Listen in as they share tales of the courage, loyalty, and wet paws that made them world-famous heroes of the North Atlantic.

• No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
• Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
• Live GPS map shows route & your location
• Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
• Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime

• Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
• Smartphone or tablet

Situated above the Narrows, overlooking St. John’s Harbour, Signal Hill has been a silent witness to pirate attacks, imperial conflicts, trans-Atlantic milestones, and the daily firing of cannons.

This GPS-guided audio tour brings these tales to life—along with breathtaking ocean vistas—as you explore Newfoundland’s most renowned hill.

With 14 engaging stops, discover how soldiers, scientists, and local figures have influenced “the City of Legends,” from the 1762 Battle of Signal Hill to Marconi’s pioneering wireless trans-Atlantic communication in 1901.

Experience the benefits of a professional tour guide without the hassle of crowded groups, strict schedules, or high costs.

Enjoy the tour at your convenience, not just on the day you book. Pause and resume anywhere along the path.

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• **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or circumstances beyond our control.

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