Set in a narrow, sheltered inlet south of St. John’s, Petty Harbour is one of Newfoundland’s oldest fishing communities, known for its tight cluster of wharves, boats, and colourful houses backed by steep green hills. The harbour remains active, giving the village an authentic working-waterfront feel, with great views from the wharf and from the hillside roads above. It’s an easy place to wander on foot, with quick access to nearby trails, ocean viewpoints, and the dramatic coastline around Maddox Cove. A classic, atmospheric outport that feels close to the city but worlds away.