Shelby’s Bonavista Guidebook

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Shelby’s Bonavista Guidebook

Sightseeing

Built in 1843, the Cape Bonavista lighthouse is one of a few in the world where you can enter the stone tower and view a seal oil fueled light used in the 1800's. A prime location for viewing whales, icebergs and puffins.
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Bonavista Lighthouse
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Built in 1843, the Cape Bonavista lighthouse is one of a few in the world where you can enter the stone tower and view a seal oil fueled light used in the 1800's. A prime location for viewing whales, icebergs and puffins.
A collapsed sea cave. See unique sea stacks, spectacular cliff views and rock formations. Located within community pastures, horses and cows may be on the road. Drive with caution and please do not feed the animals.
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Dungeon Provincial Park
Route 238
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A collapsed sea cave. See unique sea stacks, spectacular cliff views and rock formations. Located within community pastures, horses and cows may be on the road. Drive with caution and please do not feed the animals.
A preserved example of a large-scale merchant operation in a Newfoundland outport. Officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1997 to mark the 500th anniversary of John Cabot's landfall at Bonavista.
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Ryan Premises National Historic Site
10 Ryans Hill Road
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A preserved example of a large-scale merchant operation in a Newfoundland outport. Officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1997 to mark the 500th anniversary of John Cabot's landfall at Bonavista.
A 92' model of The Matthew ship, captained by Italian explorer Giovanni Caboto (John Cabot) in 1497. Accompanying museum tells the story of John Cabot and his crew.
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Matthew Legacy
15 Roper St
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A 92' model of The Matthew ship, captained by Italian explorer Giovanni Caboto (John Cabot) in 1497. Accompanying museum tells the story of John Cabot and his crew.
5km long hiking trail along the Bonavista Cape. Multiple resting locations and easy walking with fantastic views! Great opportunity to see sea birds, whales, puffins and more!
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Cape Shore Trail
Cape Shore Road
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5km long hiking trail along the Bonavista Cape. Multiple resting locations and easy walking with fantastic views! Great opportunity to see sea birds, whales, puffins and more!
A working weaving studio and shop. Features handmade, one of a kind fine local art.
Tree Line Fine Art and Craft
102 Church St
A working weaving studio and shop. Features handmade, one of a kind fine local art.
A restored fishery plantation site dating back to the 17th century when the town was first settled. Other buildings on the property include a 18th century fish store, a 20th century barter shop, carpentry shop and cod-liver-oil factory.
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Mockbeggar Plantation, Provincial Historic Site
103 Roper St
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A restored fishery plantation site dating back to the 17th century when the town was first settled. Other buildings on the property include a 18th century fish store, a 20th century barter shop, carpentry shop and cod-liver-oil factory.
Vegan, iceberg water based natural cosmetics, homemade in Bonavista. Features soaps, lotions, oils, serums and hair care.
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East Coast Glow
82 Church St
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Vegan, iceberg water based natural cosmetics, homemade in Bonavista. Features soaps, lotions, oils, serums and hair care.
A 200 seat theatre showcasing live performances, mainstream and indie films and more. Periodic shows also at The Annex Stage; a bar and intimate venue attached to The Garrick.
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The Garrick Theatre
16 Church St
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A 200 seat theatre showcasing live performances, mainstream and indie films and more. Periodic shows also at The Annex Stage; a bar and intimate venue attached to The Garrick.
A 1km loop, great for a leisurely stroll. Plenty of resting spots to watch birds. No dogs allowed on the boardwalk.
Old Days Pond Boardwalk
11 Powell's Ln
A 1km loop, great for a leisurely stroll. Plenty of resting spots to watch birds. No dogs allowed on the boardwalk.
A 6km hike from Elliston North to Spillar's Cove. Inland and coastal scenery.
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Klondike Trail
Bonavista Bay Highway
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A 6km hike from Elliston North to Spillar's Cove. Inland and coastal scenery.
Located in Port Rexton. A beautiful hike with two options: Inner trail is easier but not as scenic. Outer/Coastal trail is very scenic but has difficult sections (steep climbs, close to cliffs edge in some areas).
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Skerwink Trail
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Located in Port Rexton. A beautiful hike with two options: Inner trail is easier but not as scenic. Outer/Coastal trail is very scenic but has difficult sections (steep climbs, close to cliffs edge in some areas).
A 15km hike located just south of Elliston. Can be accessed from trailheads at Little Catalina (Route 230) or Maberly (Route 238). Easy-Moderate difficulty. Some sections are close to high cliffs and steep embankments. Opportunities to view ice bergs, sea birds, whales and a variety of wild berries when in season.
Little Catalina to Maberley Trail
Little Catalina Road
A 15km hike located just south of Elliston. Can be accessed from trailheads at Little Catalina (Route 230) or Maberly (Route 238). Easy-Moderate difficulty. Some sections are close to high cliffs and steep embankments. Opportunities to view ice bergs, sea birds, whales and a variety of wild berries when in season.
Approximately 0.5km loop, this boardwalk is dog friendly!
Beaver Pond - Dog Friendly Boardwalk
9 Beaver Pond Road
Approximately 0.5km loop, this boardwalk is dog friendly!
Stunning panoramic views of Bonavista! Access to lookout via Route 235. Park vehicle at water tower and walk to the top (2 minutes). Uneven, rocky ground and high drop. Exercise caution.
White Rock Lookout
18 White Rock Road
Stunning panoramic views of Bonavista! Access to lookout via Route 235. Park vehicle at water tower and walk to the top (2 minutes). Uneven, rocky ground and high drop. Exercise caution.
Bonavista Playground & Splashpad
Neck Road

Food scene

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Newfoundland Salt Company
45 Church St
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Casual fare, seafood and signature drinks.
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Ragged Rocks Gastropub
80 Church St
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Casual fare, seafood and signature drinks.
Great take-out spot with the best ice creams.
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Little Dairy King
Cape Shore Road
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Great take-out spot with the best ice creams.
Fine dining, delicious food. Great for a special night out.
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The Boreal Diner
61 Church St
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Fine dining, delicious food. Great for a special night out.
Delicious breakfasts and classic Newfoundland dishes.
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Mifflin's Tea Room
21 Church St
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Delicious breakfasts and classic Newfoundland dishes.
Great pizza and fried chicken.
P K's Restaurant
89 Church St
Great pizza and fried chicken.
Homemade ice-cream and other desserts.
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Sweet Rock Ice Cream
102 Church St
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Homemade ice-cream and other desserts.
Coffee Shop
Robin's Donuts
248 Confederation Dr
Coffee Shop
Coffee shop, soup, sandwiches and homemade desserts.
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Walkham's Gate Pub And Cafe
Church Street
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Coffee shop, soup, sandwiches and homemade desserts.