Signal Hill National Historic Site
Signal Hill
A hill overlooking the harbor of St. John's. In 1901, Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal here, offering views of the city and the Atlantic.
Signal Hill stands about 140 meters high. Since the 17th century, it has been a key defensive position guarding the harbor. In 1762, the last battle of the Seven Years' War in North America ended here. The summit observation deck overlooks the colorful city, the narrow strait known as the Narrows, and the Atlantic Ocean. Icebergs can often be seen in spring. The visitor center has exhibits, and in summer there are demonstrations of flintlock musket drills by men in 19th-century military uniforms. It takes about 30 to 40 minutes to walk from downtown to the top. The slope is steep and windy.
Opening hours
Open all day (visitor center open in summer)
Nearby sights
- Cabot Tower
- Johnson Geo Centre
- Quidi Vidi Lake
- Quidi Vidi Village
- East Coast Trail
- Fort Amherst
- Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
- Water Street