Visited Provinces & Territories Map

Newfoundland and Labrador is Canada's easternmost province, combining the island of Newfoundland with vast Labrador. It is known for cliffs, fjords, fishing communities, music, dialect, seabirds, whales, icebergs, UNESCO sites, and a travel culture shaped by the sea. The provincial tourism department oversees visitor information, provincial parks, historic sites, and destination marketing, while official destination pages highlight L'Anse aux Meadows as the only authenticated Norse site in North America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

First-time visitors usually choose either the island or Labrador rather than trying to cover both quickly. On Newfoundland, strong routes include St. John's, Signal Hill, Cape Spear, Trinity, Bonavista, Twillingate, Gros Morne National Park, and L'Anse aux Meadows. Visit Gros Morne notes that Deer Lake airport is about 45 minutes from the park, ferry access comes through Marine Atlantic from Nova Scotia, and at least four days are recommended to fully enjoy Gros Morne. Labrador adds Red Bay, Torngat Mountains National Park, Inuit culture, northern lights, and the Trans-Labrador Highway for experienced road travelers.

This province suits hikers, photographers, music lovers, geology buffs, iceberg and whale watchers, road-trippers, and travelers who appreciate small communities and long drives. Summer is the main season; late spring can bring icebergs; fall is quieter; winter travel is more specialized. Visitor Tip: do not underestimate distances or ferry logistics; choose one region, reserve cars and lodging early, and keep a weather buffer for ferries, flights, and coastal roads.

Information current as of 2026-07-19. Access, hours, prices, reservations, road conditions, closures, transit, accessibility, and other visitor details can change; verify current details with official sources before visiting.