Royal St John's Regatta Museum

St John's


Quidi Vidi Lake is the site of the city-stopping St John's Regatta. The Royal St John's Regatta Museum is on the 2nd floor of the boathouse, and gives an entertaining dive into the history of the race. Opening hours vary. A popular walking trail leads around the lake.


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