🚶‍♂️ Climb Through Centuries on Signal Hill!

Perched above the Narrows guarding St. John’s Harbour, Signal Hill has witnessed pirate raids, imperial battles, trans-Atlantic breakthroughs, and daily cannon blasts.

 

This GPS-guided audio guide drops those stories—plus panoramic ocean views—right in your earbuds as you hike Newfoundland’s most iconic hill.

14 immersive stops reveal how soldiers, scientists, and local legends shaped “the City of Legends,” from the 1762 Battle of Signal Hill to Marconi’s first wireless trans-Atlantic signal in 1901.

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​🔊 What to Expect

✅ Narrated history covering 330 years of battles, beacons, and breakthroughs

✅ Location-triggered audio—hands-free after you press Start

✅ Optional quizzes & mini-missions to deepen the adventure

✅ Photo tips for postcard-perfect views of the Atlantic, icebergs, and colourful row-houses

✅ Insider tales of bravery, invention, and the bronze pups who guard the hill

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⚠️ Heads-Up on the Hill

Expect steep paths, strong winds, and uneven stone staircases. Wear sturdy shoes, layer up, and feel free to split the tour into sections—or start at the Visitor Centre and work downhill.

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Listen to examples from the guide!

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