Signal Hill National Historic Site Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

From the heights of the iconic Cabot Tower and the cliffside drama of the North Head Trail to the subterranean wonders of the Johnson Geo Centre, this self-guided trek puts the spirit of St. John’s right in your pocket.

rare artifacts, and a captivating short film reveal the hill’s dramatic military and communication history. From hands-on displays to kids' explorer programs, this modern gateway sets the stage for your outdoor adventure across this iconic National Historic Site.

Now a peaceful lookout, this stop offers sweeping views of St. John’s alongside haunting tales of justice on the high seas

usket demos and historic cannons bring St. John's military past to life.

Perched atop Signal Hill, this iconic stone fortress served as a vital military lookout and witnessed a moment that changed the world forever. From its wind-whipped battlements to its storied walls, the tower holds the secret to a global "first"—and we’re about to tell you exactly what it was!

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.

Beneath the surface ripple tales of bottomless depths, vengeful spirits, and chilling mysteries. Does it truly have no end? We’ll tell you the stories that keep the skeptics looking over their shoulders!

nt 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!

John’s Harbour, Battery Lookout and Fort Waldegrave echo with wartime vigilance.

storic cannon—once aboard HMS Calypso—still thunders across St. John’s to mark the midday hour.

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.

s, wartime defenses, and the enduring memory of a coast that once stood guard.

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.

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.