Embark on a journey through 14 immersive audio stops where rugged coastline meets global history. 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.

Commencez votre visite au centre d'accueil des visiteurs de Signal Hill, où des expositions interactives, des objets rares et un court métrage captivant dévoilent l'histoire militaire et des communications de la colline. Des expositions interactives aux programmes d'exploration pour enfants, ce portail moderne prépare le terrain pour votre aventure en plein air dans ce lieu historique national emblématique.

Hear from a spirited pirate narrator who brings to life the hill’s eerie past. Now a peaceful lookout, this stop offers sweeping views of St. John’s alongside haunting tales of justice on the high seas

Step into the 1860s at the fully restored Queen’s Battery Barracks, where live musket demos and historic cannons bring St. John's military past to life.

Stand at the intersection of history. 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.

Shrouded 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 tell you the stories that keep the skeptics looking over their shoulders!

At this breathtaking vantage point, sweeping ocean views collide with 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!

Hear how this once key defense post guarding St. John’s Harbour, Battery Lookout and Fort Waldegrave echo with wartime vigilance.

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.

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.

Depuis Signal Hill, écoutez un ancien gardien de phare partager des histoires de forts disparus, de défenses en temps de guerre et le souvenir durable d'une côte qui montait autrefois la garde.

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.

Get ready 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.