Saint John is the largest city in the province of New Brunswick, and the oldest incorporated city in Canada. The city is situated along the north shore of the Bay of Fundy at the mouth of the Saint John River. We've listed a few of the great attractions, restaurants and historic sites of Saint John here, just to give you an idea. For a complete overview you can visit the website of Tourism Saint John. Enjoy!


Saint John City Market website
Open year-round, Monday to Saturday, the Saint John City Market offers a unique shopping experience for locals and visitors alike. Nowhere else in Saint John can you experience a traditional "farmers market" while shopping for such a wide selection of goods and services, ranging from dulse to hand-made local crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal from one of the numerous restaurants, featuring local and international foods.


New Brunswick Museum website
The New Brunswick Museum was established in 1842 and is the oldest continuing museum in Canada. The museum moved to its Market Square location in 1996. A special marine mammals gallery is home to "Delilah" a 40-foot North Atlantic right whale that beached off Grand Manan in 1992. Delilah's full skeletal remains are on display, hanging from the ceiling.

Operates:
Mon. - Wed., Fri. - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thurs. - 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat. - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun. - Noon - 5:00 p.m.
Holidays - Noon - 5:00 p.m.


Historic Sites
Saint John is a city steeped in history. Also referred to as ‘the Loyalist City’ as well as ‘Canada’s Most Irish City,’ Saint John is Canada's oldest incorporated city (1785). Saint John is home to this country's oldest museum and farmers market. This city has been welcoming people from Eastern Europe, England and Ireland for centuries, with each group of immigrants leaving their unique imprint on Saint John culture, architecture and language. Visit these pages on the Tourism Saint John website for complete listings of Historic Churches and other Historic Sites.

Dining
Many visitors can't get enough of our fresh Atlantic seafood, whether it's at an outside lobster boil with corn on the cob or an award-winning restaurant. But seafood is not the only thing on the menu these days. Saint John also has a variety of ethnic restaurants to enjoy, including Thai, Japanese, Greek, and more!
From souvlaki to samosas, pub-style lunches to fine dining, Saint John has something for every taste and appetite! Visit the Dining Section of the Tourism Saint John website for a complete listing.


Shopping
Hit the town for a while and seriously whittle away at your wish list. Wherever you choose to stay in the greater Saint John area, shopping is always close at hand. Stretch your legs in the malls and big box stores, admire your way through the many locally-owned boutiques and art galleries, thrill with the hunt of thrift shopping and investigate an auction or two; try something new! Shopping in Saint John can satisfy anyone's taste. Visit the Shopping Section of the Tourism Saint John website for a complete listing of shops.


Art and Antiques
Saint John is quickly becoming known as a creative, eclectic community, as is reflected in the growing number of art galleries and antique shops in the city’s urban core. Discover the rich quality and diversity of cultural product available on the Gallery and Antique Shop Route. Whether your taste is for the traditionally based or the highly contemporary, or you’re enticed by grass roots, local art or by major, internationally acclaimed pieces, a wealth of distinct offerings can easily be explored during a leisurely stroll of uptown Saint John. Feast, as well, on Saint John’s impressive inventory of public art during your visit, which includes sculpted pieces by John Hopper, Marie Helene Allain, Peter Powning and others! For a complete listing of galleries, visit Tourism Saint John’s Art and Antiques page.


The Bay of Fundy - Fundy Trail Parkway website
Explore Saint John on the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest, wildest tides - a marine wonder of the world. Fundy Trail Parkway
The ultimate Bay of Fundy eco-experience, the Fundy Trail takes you straight to the wonders of the Bay of Fundy, accessibly and conveniently. A seasonal multi-use coastal experience and spectacular from every view. See it. Walk it. Bike it. Drive it. Attractions Canada “Natural Outdoor Site” winner.