Signal Hill National Historic Site Self-Guided Audio Tour

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About this activity

Explore Signal Hill National Historic Site on a self-guided audio tour that plays through your smartphone.

Across 14 GPS-triggered stops, discover 330 years of military history, Marconi’s 1901 transatlantic wireless breakthrough, Cabot Tower, Queen’s Battery, the Noon Day Gun, coastal defences and local legends. The route points you toward sweeping views of St. John’s Harbour, the Narrows and the Atlantic.

Audio plays automatically near each point of interest, while the live map shows your location and route. Download the tour over Wi-Fi before you begin, then explore without using mobile data.

Allow one to two hours, or take longer. Start at the Signal Hill Visitor Centre or another convenient point, divide the route into sections, and pause for views whenever you like. Expect steep paths, uneven ground, stone stairs and strong winds in places.

There is no group, fixed departure time or in-person guide. Discover Signal Hill’s battles, breakthroughs and coastline at your own pace.

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At a glance

Duration: 1–2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Tripvia Tours

Ages: Adults (5–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Flexible access—tour on the date and time you choose
Included: Automatic audio playback at each point of interest
Included: Self-guided English audio tour through the Tripvia Tours app
Included: GPS-enabled route map showing your location
Included: Offline use after downloading the tour over Wi-Fi

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and earbuds or headphones
Not included: In-person tour guide
Not included: Transportation and parking
Not included: Food, drinks, and personal purchases
Not included: Admission to optional attractions

Itinerary

Stop 1

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Follow 14 GPS-triggered stops across Signal Hill, where Atlantic scenery meets centuries of military and communications history.
Stop 2

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Pass the seasonal Visitor Centre, home to exhibits and a film introducing Signal Hill’s military and communications history.
Stop 3

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Pause at Gibbet Hill for sweeping views and eerie stories from St. John’s past.
Stop 4

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See the restored Queen’s Battery Barracks and historic guns that guarded the Narrows in the 1800s.
Stop 5

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Admire Cabot Tower, the hilltop landmark tied to Marconi’s breakthrough in transatlantic wireless communication.
Johnson Geo Centre

Passing by

Pass the Johnson GEO CENTRE, built into Signal Hill to showcase the story of Earth and Newfoundland’s geology.
Stop 7

Passing by

Discover the legends surrounding Deadman’s Pond, a quiet landmark with a haunting reputation.
Stop 8

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Take in ocean views from Ladies’ Lookout, a historic vantage point linked to Signal Hill’s coastal watch and battles.
Stop 9

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Look across St. John’s Harbour from Battery Lookout and trace the former defences of Fort Waldegrave.
Stop 10

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See the Noon Day Gun site, where a historic cannon tradition still marks midday during scheduled seasonal programs.
Stop 11

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Follow the rugged North Head Trail for dramatic coastal views and stories of Signal Hill’s wartime past.
Stop 12

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View Fort Amherst across the Narrows and hear stories of its lighthouse and harbour defences.
Stop 13

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Look over the Narrows from Signal Hill and imagine the battles once fought for control of St. John’s Harbour.
Stop 14

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Meet the bronze Newfoundland and Labrador dog statues, beloved symbols of the province’s working and seafaring heritage.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Begin your journey at the Visitor Centre or via the app directly from the parking lot. Explore the site's iconic vistas and historic battlements at your own pace, with no need to follow a specific route.

End point

Begin your journey at the Visitor Centre or via the app directly from the parking lot. Explore the site's iconic vistas and historic battlements at your own pace, with no need to follow a specific route.

Using your ticket

Thanks for booking the Signal Hill National Historic Site Smartphone Audio Walking Tour!!

**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & GET STARTED **

From your mobile device, follow this link to get started: www.tripvia.tours/get-app

*Please check your confirmation email for more detailed instructions.

For assistance ⇒ www.tripvia.tours/chat

Important - Make sure you have a strong Wi‑Fi or mobile data connection while the tour downloads.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Download the Tripvia Tours app and the tour over Wi-Fi before you arrive.
Bring a fully charged smartphone; enable location services.
This is a self-guided experience; no tour guide meets you at the starting point.
The 14-stop route takes about 1–2 hours; start at the Visitor Centre or another convenient point.
Expect steep paths, uneven ground and stone steps; wear sturdy shoes and dress for strong wind or changing weather.
Visitor Centre, GEO Centre and other facilities may have seasonal hours, admission fees or closures.
You can divide the route into sections or pause for views and continue when ready.