St. Anthony, Newfoundland, Canada
At the northern tip of Newfoundland, St. Anthony is the gateway to the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America — and on the right day, drifting icebergs and breaching humpbacks come free of charge.
At the northern tip of Newfoundland, St. Anthony is the gateway to the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America — and on the right day, drifting icebergs and breaching humpbacks come free of charge.
St. Anthony has a small town wharf that can accommodate some cruise ships at the dock; others anchor and tender passengers ashore. Confirm your ship's arrangement before the call — this is a working fishing port, not a purpose-built cruise terminal.
💡 Pro move: This is a remote port with limited services. Bring Canadian cash for small purchases — card acceptance can be patchy at local vendors. Cell service is available but spotty in some areas.
St. Anthony's town wharf can berth small and mid-size expedition ships; larger vessels anchor and tender — check your ship's port notes ahead of time.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Expedition / small luxury ships (Viking, Windstar, Seabourn) | St. Anthony town wharf | Docked |
| Larger cruise ships | St. Anthony Harbor (anchor) | Tendered |
St. Anthony punches well above its size: a UNESCO world heritage site, some of the world's best iceberg viewing, and whale-rich waters all within reach of a single port call.
The only confirmed Viking/Norse settlement in North America, dating to around 1000 CE. Parks Canada staff guide you through the sod-house reconstructions and the UNESCO-listed excavation site — an extraordinary window into Leif Erikson's world, ~35 min from the wharf.
Find L'Anse aux Meadows tours →St. Anthony sits squarely in Iceberg Alley. From late spring through early summer, towering bergs drift past on their way south. Humpback and minke whales feed in the same waters. Boat tours depart from the harbor for close-up views.
Find iceberg & whale tours →Sir Wilfred Grenfell came to this remote coast in the 1890s as a medical missionary and built hospitals, schools, and cooperatives. The Grenfell Interpretation Centre and Grenfell House Museum tell the story of his extraordinary legacy in this part of Newfoundland.
Find Grenfell heritage tours →A short walk from town leads to Fishing Point Park, where a coastal trail winds past the lighthouse with panoramic views of the harbor and Strait of Belle Isle. Icebergs are often visible from here in season — no boat required.
Find coastal hiking tours →St. Anthony is small enough to cover on foot — the Fishing Point trail and Grenfell properties are both walkable from the wharf.
Walk out along the rocky headland to the Fishing Point lighthouse for sweeping views of the harbor, the Strait of Belle Isle, and — in season — drifting icebergs. Whale sightings from shore are common in summer.
🗺️ Open in MapsFrom the wharf, stroll through the compact town center to the Grenfell Interpretation Centre and adjacent Grenfell House Museum. Pick up a coffee or a local meal at one of the handful of spots on West Street.
🗺️ See route in MapsClimate normals for St. Anthony, Newfoundland, Canada (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24°F / -4°C | 12°F / -11°C | 15 |
| Feb | 21°F / -6°C | 8°F / -13°C | 13 |
| Mar | 27°F / -3°C | 17°F / -8°C | 14 |
| Apr | 35°F / 2°C | 26°F / -3°C | 14 |
| May | 43°F / 6°C | 33°F / 1°C | 13 |
| Jun | 54°F / 12°C | 41°F / 5°C | 14 |
| Jul | 63°F / 17°C | 51°F / 11°C | 13 |
| Aug | 65°F / 18°C | 54°F / 12°C | 14 |
| Sep | 57°F / 14°C | 47°F / 8°C | 15 |
| Oct | 47°F / 8°C | 39°F / 4°C | 13 |
| Nov | 37°F / 3°C | 28°F / -2°C | 16 |
| Dec | 30°F / -1°C | 20°F / -7°C | 14 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
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