Colony of Avalon
Archaeological excavation of the English colony founded in 1621 by George Calvert, with an interpretation centre, uncovered houses and stone quay, and a 17th‑century garden.
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In the destination South Avalon.
In the photo: Ferryland harbour
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The city
Fishing village on the southeast coast of the Avalon Peninsula where archaeologists are excavating the Colony of Avalon, founded in 1621. A trail leads to the lighthouse on the cape, and on the way from St. John's are the seabird islands of the Witless Bay reserve.
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The local experience
Archaeological excavation of the English colony founded in 1621 by George Calvert, with an interpretation centre, uncovered houses and stone quay, and a 17th‑century garden.
An 1871 lighthouse atop Ferryland Cape, reached by a roughly 2 km coastal trail, with views of whales and icebergs in season.
Four islands off Witless Bay with large colonies of puffins, razorbills and gulls, seen up close on boat tours.