Irish Loop Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

Discover Newfoundland’s Irish Loop with a Self-Guided Audio Tour!

Set off on a breathtaking coastal journey along the Irish Loop, a scenic drive through Newfoundland’s rugged beauty, historic fishing villages, and stunning ocean views.

This tour takes you through rolling green hills, dramatic cliffs, and rich cultural landscapes shaped by Irish heritage, early explorers, and Indigenous traditions.

Your GPS-guided tour will transform your drive into an immersive experience, filled with fascinating history, incredible wildlife, and engaging storytelling. Along the way, watch for puffins, whales, and even icebergs drifting past the coast!

Discover how Deadman’s Bay earned its ominous name, with Captain Morgan on hand to reveal stories of pirates, peril, and Atlantic adventures!

Explore Blackhead, a traditional fishing village where Newfoundland’s seafaring history and breathtaking ocean views come together.

At Cape Spear, you’ll stand at the edge of a continent, staring into the endless Atlantic. We’ll reveal the stories of courage, survival, and discovery.

Maddox Cove may look peaceful today, but beneath its quiet surface lies a history of survival, tragedy, and triumph. We’ll share stories of raids, legendary storms, early innovation—and the local folklore.

Petty Harbour’s colorful shores and seafaring spirit have lured fishers and filmmakers. We’ll let a local skipper tell you why.

First Pond, Second Pond, Third Pond… and guess what the next one is? We’ll explain why everything’s a "pond" around here, no matter the size.

“Now, if anyone can explain this part of the story, it’s someone who lived it firsthand…James Doyle.

Bay Bulls may be small, but it’s packed with history, pirate raids, fairy legends, and puffins galore. You’ll hear tales from locals and maybe even dodge a mischievous fairy—or two.

Witless Bay might sound funny, but trust us—the charm here is no joke. As for the name, don’t worry—we’ll fill you in along the way!

Mobile Bay comes alive in summer, with whales, puffins, and soaring eagles all part of the scene. Keep your eyes on the waves—you never know what you’ll spot!

Hear Nathaniel tell the wild story of a stormy night in Tors Cove—when fear, cannons, and history collided.

We’ll explain the name La Manche—but first, get ready for stunning coastal views, hidden beaches, and the chance to see one of Newfoundland’s most dramatic suspension bridges.

Join Steve, our Aussie wildlife lover, as he shares tales of the creatures that roam Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula. Keep your eyes peeled—and your snacks close—because out here, you never know who’s watching!

In late January 1966, the tiny fishing village of La Manche faced an unthinkable fate.... we'll tell you what it was.

Ponds appear and vanish, fairies toy with travelers, and place names hint at stories whispered through the trees.

You'll pass a quiet cemetery with flickering lights—but don’t be too quick to spook. We’ll tell you the tale of ghostly legends, glowing graves, and how old folklore found a modern twist.

Calvert wasn’t always called Calvert—we’ll tell you how and why that changed. From silver fish to supernatural rock formations, this town proves that even the smallest places can have the biggest stories.

At Ferryland Lighthouse, you’ll meet more than sweeping ocean views—Lady Sara Kirke herself might just drop in.

This isn’t just any old dig site—Avalon is one of North America’s most important archaeological treasures. We’ll share how this 17th-century colony challenged stereotypes and left behind secrets still being uncovered today.

History isn't all noble explorers and fishermen—there be pirates in these parts! We have one here to tell you of his hideaway!

Aquaforte—strong water, not strong drink! We’ll tell you how this quiet harbour earned its name, dodged pirates, and scored Canada’s first .....

Here's a chance to get up close to the waterfall that gave Aquaforte its name.

You’ll hear from local legend Tommy Brophy, a master storyteller who swears even the waves have tales to tell.

Wonder about the quirky name 'Renews'... we'll tell you how it came to be.

You don’t have to stop at Chance Cove to hear its story—but with shipwrecks and stunning views, it’s worth the detour.

Here we'll tell you about Cape Race's link to the Titanic.

On the tour, we’ll reveal how this rocky cliff changed everything we thought we knew about evolution.

An overturned fishing boat by the road tells the story—of cod stocks collapsed, traditions halted, and a community that chose to endure. We’ll explore how loss gave way to resilience.

This quiet stretch once swarmed with Biscayan fishers, burning ships, and a pirate named Black Bart. Out here, even the wind carries wild stories—and we’ll tell you a few.

Fast forward to the 20th century, and Trepassey made aviation history—not once, but twice. We'll tell you why.

Framed by ocean on one side and calm pond on the other, Saint Vincent’s is a place of contrast—rugged, resilient, and unforgettable.

We'll tell you why it’s one of the strangest—and richest—ponds you'll ever encounter.

With roots stretching back centuries, Point La Haye is where Irish heritage, ice age geology, and Newfoundland traditions like mummering all come together.

In St. Mary’s, you’ll hear from a British soldier stationed during the American Revolution, when cannons protected fishing riches—and fired in battle.

St. Catherine’s? Salmonier? Mount Carmel–Mitchell’s Brook–St. Catherine’s? Don’t worry—we’ll sort out the names.

Butter Pot may sound sweet, but beneath the wild blueberries and ancient rocks lurk tales of fugitives, forest fires, and freedom. Just watch out for guys with cap-guns—we’ll explain.

North America’s oldest city, soaked in salt air, music, and legend—St. John’s is where it all began, and the perfect place to end.