Do you have a big group that wants to visit the Colony of Avalon? This page is for you! Search for the section that best applies to your group
Students/School Groups
We can accomodate school children from elementary school to high school. We like to book our school groups for tours near the beginning or end of our season (May to October), and we start taking bookings up to one year before your group comes to visit. If you would like to book online, please go to our “Book Now” page and scroll down to “School Tours”. Follow the prompts on the screen and we will reach out to you with confirmation.
Our school tours begin at 10 a.m. and go until 2 p.m. (We can rearrange our activities to allow enough time for your group to travel) Included with your group booking is rental of our Multi-Purpose room, which is a safe place to keep student belongings, and a great place to have your lunch. School groups get to experience each facet of the Colony, from the museum and dig site, to our 17th Century Kitchen.
Private Tours
Take a tour catered to you and your group. Whether it is an excursion for your family, a work trip, or just a few friends getting together, we are here to support you. We offer special deals for groups of 10 or more, and can tailor your experience to what you are interested in seeing. Private tours typically last 2 hours, though they can be customized to your preferences.
Community Organizations
Whether you are a Girl Guide Troupe, a Knitting Club, or some other worthy cause, we want to support you. We offer discounted tours to community groups, very similar to our School Group rates.
Enquire for Group Bookings
Whether you’re looking to book one of the group experience types above or need a bespoke offering, or if you just need to get more information, fill out the enquiry form and someone from the Colony of Avalon team will get back to you.
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FAQs for Group Bookings
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We had a wonderful visit!
We had a wonderful visit! Lulu and Lori were so knowledgeable and kind. The made us feel like family.
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You aren’t done exploring NL if this isn’t on your list!
Really knowledgeable + fun tour guides. you aren't done exploring NL, if this isn't on your list. We got a family pass which averaged out to $14 p/p which is amazing value- considering all the knowledge the tour guides would have learnt to present it in a easily digestiable way for tourists, well done!
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I was fascinated by this history
The Museum Center is very easy to get to just off the main road. The people are phenomenally polite. The museum admission price is reasonable and the staff has done an amazing job put together the history of the site. The combination of artefacts and document research shows a vibrant community of various faiths living together in a new land. As someone from Maryland I was fascinated by this history and the connection of Maryland to this place. Go - it is worth the time and energy.
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Very cool active archaeological site
Very cool active archaeological site with tons of interesting history on the settlement and power struggles of NFLD. Walking through the cobblestone paths was a treat, and the sweeping shorelines and waves are amazing to enjoy. Would recommend a visit for sure when travelling along the Irish loop!
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One of the best places to visit…
We completed the Irish Loop and stopped in for a visit to explore the artifacts and items on display. This was one of our best places to visit on the Irish Loop. -
So fascinating!
And the walk up to the lighthouse was worth it! The museum there, the ladies were very helpful and shared some very cool stories and full of knowledge! I’m jealous of where they live and their jobs. History is just so fascinating for this tiny little area on the planet, you won’t be let down by coming here just to see it first hand. It’s a small little museum but very interesting!
