A very beautiful stretch of road leads to Cape Bonavista which is probably that sighted by John Cabot in 1497 and which he named Bonavista, or "beautiful view". The cape is quite magnificent with its breakers, clear blue sea and interesting rock formations. Here stands a statue of Cabot in memory of the first man to discover North America,
although more recent research throws doubt on the authenticity of his claim.
The old lighthouse, a Provincial Historic Site, dates from 1843 and was restored about 1870; it is open daily in Jul. and Aug.; guides wear historical costume.