Bowring Park, Urban park in St. John's, Canada.
Description
Bowring Park is an urban park in St. John's that spans 200 acres with gardens, walking trails, duck ponds, and recreational spaces along Waterford Valley. The grounds include tennis courts, swimming pools, playgrounds, and remain free to enter throughout the year.
History
Sir Edgar Rennie Bowring donated the land to St. John's in 1911 to mark 100 years of operations for Bowring Brothers Ltd in Newfoundland. This gift transformed the area into a major public space for the city.
Culture
The park displays bronze statues including the Fighting Newfoundlander and a Caribou sculpture that references the memorial at Beaumont-Hamel. These artworks shape the character of the space and tell local stories.
Practical
The park is located at Waterford Bridge Road and accessible free year-round with ample parking and well-maintained pathways throughout. Visitors should wear proper footwear as terrain is gently rolling and path conditions vary by season.
Did you know?
A bronze statue of Peter Pan stands in the park as a memorial to Betty Munn, the goddaughter of Sir Edgar Bowring, who died in a maritime accident. This unusual sculpture and its personal story add a touching dimension to the grounds.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (St. John's).
351
5.2 km
George Street United Church
5 km
St. Patrick's Church
4.4 km
Grace Building
5.5 km
Wesley United Church
4.4 km
Lakecrest Independent School
4.4 km
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church (Ruby Church)
4.3 km
St. Patrick’s Convent and School
4.5 km
Church of England Institute CEI Club
4.1 km
Majestic Theatre
5.5 km
Mount St. Francis Monastery
5.7 km
Water Street Historic District
5.5 km
Thimble Cottage
4.8 km
Angel House
4.2 km
Newman Building
4.9 km
O’Dwyer Block
5.5 km
Yellow Belly Corner
5.5 km
The New House, 337 Southside Road
4.3 km
The New House, 335 Southside Road
4.3 km
226 Water Street
5.7 km
Newman Wine Vaults
4.9 km
Waterford Hall
1.9 km
Thompson Building
5.5 km
333 Duckworth Street
5.7 km
The Lea
3.4 km
St. Patrick’s Deanery
4.4 km
Horwood House
3.9 km
377 Duckworth Street
5.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes