The Rock: Day Ten

After a quick stop at the Manna European Bakery and Deli to pick up a couple of delicious lunch sandwiches….

Manna European Bakery and Deli

…we headed up Marine Drive to see what we could see. We encountered interesting things at the Ocean Science Research Center, such as seals.

Ocean Science Research Center (aka the wonderful world of WOI)

Then it was on to the East Coast Trail and a careful walk out to the point.

Alison and Fletcher hiker toward the point.

Alison tried sunbathing on the edge of the cliff…

Alison tries to sunbathe on the cliff.

…while I admired the view.

Dramatic cliffs on the Marine Drive

Time for more whale watching! We spotted two small minke whales playing in the cove very close to shore.

Alison spots a couple of whales.

What an incredible experience to have so close to a vibrant city!

Dramatic coastline on the Avalon peninsula.

Finally, we capped the day with a visit to Newfoundland’s only micro brewery and a late-night “Sinners and Spirits” ghost tour of the city. Fun!

Sinners and Spirits ghost tour in St. John's, Newfoundland

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