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We loved the overall vibe of Bonavista, one of our favourite place to visit during our trip. People were so welcoming and the site is beautiful! We visited the lighthouse, the food was one of my best meals of the trip.

People very friendly….it’s Newfoundland !! Lighthouse a must see. Don’t miss the Puffins at Ellison and Mrs Collins in the store that has everything.. The road to Dungeon is too rough ( enormous potholes) to risk a rental vehicle. Likewise Hwy 237

One night is not enough, we wanted to see as much of Newfoundland as we could, and as such, nowhere did we see all of what we would have loved to see. Were we going to thoroughly explore the area, Russelltown Inn would be the first place we'd look to stay!

Bonavista was beautiful and the people were amazing. I had Family history there and the people were very helpful in finding out things about my Family. So much to see in Bonavista. Overall this was a great addition to our trip to Newfoundland.

Bonavista is a true gem and a real Newfoundland experience. We’re so glad that we came and met new friends that we’ll probably keep in touch with and come back to visit. It’s the best place to watch whales and see puffins up close! Forget the tours in St. John’s, you can sit and watch puffins within a few feet of you if you go to Bonavista Point, or Elliston (nearby town). The town has the cutest cafes, bars… we probably ate exclusively at Quintal’s cafe and Ragged Rocks though (so I still have lots to try next time!) Bonavista Point and the Dungeon were probably my favourites spots aside from Red Point where we stayed. If you can get a bike, it’s beautiful to bike around and everything is so honest there - leave your bike outside

This is a great place to see puffins, hike or drive magnificent coastlines, visit Provincial historic sites like the Bonavista lighthouse, eat at unexpectedly awesome cafes, tea houses and restaurants and attend events at the wonderful Garrick Theater. If you bring your appetite, telephoto lens, binoculars and come prepared for some wind, possibly rain and roads with just a few too many potholes you'll have a wonderful time!