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Keels, NL. Courtesy of Bonavista Biennale

Area Guide

The Bonavista Peninsula is located on the north east coast of the island of Newfoundland. It is also home to the Discovery Geopark, located on the upper half of the Peninsula. The Peninsula includes 50 incorporated and unincorporated towns and communities, each offering its own unique sense of charm, attractions and events. You’ll find no shortage of hiking trails and places to explore.

Check out a full listing of area attractions around the Bonavista Peninsula on the Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism website.

Art

English Harbour Arts Centre, English Harbour

Union House Arts, Port Union

There are many other art and craft studios, shops and galleries all around the Bonavista Peninsula. Watch for signs, ask at information kiosks, check community websites and search by location here.

Events

BonRexton Granfondo, Port Rexton

Roots, Rants and Roars

Music, Theatre and Film

English Harbour Arts Centre, English Harbour

Garrick Theatre, Bonavista

Rising Tide Theatre, Trinity

Outdoors and Nature

Champney’s West Aquarium

Discovery UNESCO Global Geopark

Hike Discovery

Puffing Viewing Site, Elliston

Sandy Cove Beach, Elliston

Heritage Sites and Museums

Historic Port Union

Provincial Historic Sites, Bonavista (Bonavista Lighthouse, and Mockbeggarr Plantation).

Random Passage Site

Ryan Premises, Bonavista

Sealers Interpretation Centre, Elliston

Trinity Historic Sites, Trinity

Trinity Historical Society, Trinity

Check community websites, information kiosks and search by location here for more attractions, historic sites and activities.



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