City Stroll Depart The Fairmont Newfoundland and make your way up Signal Hill where Marconi sent the first transatlantic message in 1901. Along the way, stop in and visit the Johnson Geo Centre where you will experience a world-class geological interpretation centre. Next along the way, you can visit the National Historic Park Signal Hill’s interpretation centre. On your next stop will be Cabot Tower, the site of Marconi’s first wireless transatlantic message and the birthplace of wireless communication.
The Far East Take a taxi from The Fairmont Newfoundland and just a short drive to Cape Spear, the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland and Labrador, which is located at the most easterly point of land in Canada. You can catch a glimpse of some spectacular scenery and wildlife such as whales, seabirds and icebergs in season.
Marine Drive Leaving The Fairmont Newfoundland, take a scenic drive through the quaint fishing village of Quidi Vidi. Drive through the beautiful communities of Logy Bay Middle Cove Outercove, Torbay, Flatrock and Pouch Cove. See rugged coastlines and stormy seas as you journey along this scenic route. Ask concierge about a take out lunch and stop at Middle Cove Beach, a Provincial Park, for a picnic.
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