BITE SIZE ADVENTURES
Discover my favourite things to do and see in and around St. John's, the oldest city in North America.
Welcome to East End Gem Airbnb & Bite Size Adventures....your home away from home and guide to everything local!
Hello, I'm Andrea, your Airbnb SuperHost experienced Concierge and a Certified Sommelier who has worked in the hospitality and tourism industry locally and internationally for decades. I am thrilled to have you stay at East End Gem! As you settle in, I want to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. Explore my carefully curated dining recommendations and reviews featuring the best local restaurants, bakeries, and cafés. If you're looking for adventure, don’t miss some great scenic day tours listed below. For an authentic culinary experience, check out my food reviews here too, where I share the best eats around. Whether you’re interested in local eateries, live entertainment spots, or outdoor exploration, there is something for everyone. Enjoy your stay and happy exploring!
What To Do In & Around The Oldest City in North America?
Alive with eclectic music, a vibrant culinary scene, fine art, and stunning architecture, St. John’s is a place not only city-lovers dream of, but also where nature lovers can find spaces of sanctuary as well! St. John’s is home to unique artists and art galleries. The Rooms houses the museum, art gallery and archives. If you are searching for genealogy Info, this is where to start. This city is in love with music of all kinds, Irish, Rock, Jazz and Blues, as well as music festivals and concerts of all kinds. Just get to George Street you’ll find it all there! Start your hike of the East Coast Trail right from the Airbnb. Visit Pippy Park in the middle of the city and feel like you are in the country. See the Botanical Gardens at Memorial University! Our local beaches are stunningly rugged and a perfect place to have a boil up and watch the sunset! You can even find a few sandy beaches nearby St. John’s. Our architecture is some of the oldest in the new world. Some landmarks you shouldn't miss are the Cabot Tower, The Colonial Bldg. and The Basillica if St. John The Baptist, Quidi Vidi Village, Bowring Park, Bannerman Park (skating in winter, swimming in summer) and don't forget to pay Newman's Wine Vaults a visit and discover the curious connection that Newman's Port Wine has with St. John's, NL, it's a facinating story!
MY TOP TEN RESTAURANT PICKS
Exile Restaurant - Jag Hotel
The Merchant Tavern
Mallard Cottage
Rabble
St. John's Fish Exchange
Cajones Tacos & Tequila
Ches's Famous Fish & Chips
North 48 Bar & Grill
Oliver's
Blue on Water
Our Services
In the summer there are so many great things to experience here in our neck of the woods.
Contact me anytime about small group events like backyard BBQ's, in season lobster boils, small weddings and more. I also provide small group day tours four up to four people that I am happy to customize for your party.
Bite Size Day Trips
SCENIC TOURS Hop on Hop Off Tours: stjohnshoponhopoff.net
GUIDED TOURS Small to Large Groups. McCarthy's Party www.mccarthysparty.com
Small Groups: George's Tours www.georgestours.ca
OR.....
Customize your own tour or following one of our more off the beaten path itineraries.
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES: zipthenorthatlantic.com
WILDLIFE SPOTTING www.gov.nl.ca/ffa/wildlife/snp/
Summer 2025 Events
MUSIC VENUES & FESTIVALS www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/plan-and-book/festivals-and-events
FOOD EXPERIENCES
https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/trip-ideas/travel-stories/five-tasty-food-festivals-in-newfoundland-and-labrador
LOCAL CULTURE & HISTORY The Rooms: https://therooms.ca/
parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/nl/signalhill
ARTS & LOCAL CRAFTS
www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/plan-and-book/shops-and-galleries
TRANSPORTATION & DIRECTIONS
Taxi Services & Rental Cars & Airport Transfers.
Bite Size Adventures Reviews
Exile Restaurant @ JAG Hotel
Mar 16, 2025
Cliff’s Edge Retreat, Tors Cove
Oct 23, 2024
Bernard Stanley Gastropub CBS
Oct 04, 2024
The Post Taphouse
Sep 25, 2024
Dick’s Fish & Chips Bell Island)
Aug 27, 2024
The Barn Cafe & South Dildo Glamping Suites
Aug 22, 2024
Food Fibs & Fiddles
Aug 01, 2024
Rabble Restaurant Review
Jul 09, 2024
Exploring Culinary Excellence with Matt Evely Catering
May 30, 2024