Saint John Travel Guide

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The Fundy City offers a mix of British colonial heritage, a lively port city atmosphere and amazing natural sites shaped by the world’s highest tides.

Saint John is the largest city in New Brunswick and the main port of the Bay of Fundy. Explore Saint John’s charming city center to find classic Victorian architecture and a historic marketplace. Over the centuries, Saint John has seen French, British, American and Irish settlements. The city’s rich history is represented by its gorgeous cityscape. Venture out to the bayside to see incredible natural wonders, including yawning caves and sandstone cliffs, formed by the Bay of Fundy’s record-high tides.

The heart of the city is Market Square, which features a brick mall within the warehouses along the city’s old wharf. Head east on King’s Street to find the colorful brick marketplace of Saint John City Market, built in 1876. See performances by Saint John’s main orchestra, theater troupes and opera company at the Imperial Theater.

Learn about Saint John’s colonial heritage at the Loyalist House. During the warmer months, take a tour of the 1817 Victorian building and see its stately period furnishings. Visit the Carleton Martello Tower, south of the Saint John River, which was built to protect the city during the War of 1812.

Visit Saint John’s extensive and scenic waterfront. Saint John is located at the intersection of the mighty Saint John River and the Bay of Fundy, which features the highest tides in the world. The result of this junction is Reversing Falls, a point in the Saint John River where the water reverses twice every day due to the bay’s tides. Watch the reversal from Fallsview Park or a waterfront restaurant. For another glimpse of the bay’s tidal power, head northeast to St. Martins, where at low tide you can walk through huge caves carved into the sandstone cliffs.

Flights from most major Canadian cities arrive in Saint John’s airport daily. Saint John is a 5-hour drive from Portland, Maine. Summer is the best season to enjoy this historic port town on the remarkable Bay of Fundy.

Days Inn by Wyndham Saint John New Brunswick
Days Inn by Wyndham Saint John New Brunswick
2.5 out of 5
175 City Road, Saint John, NB
The price is Rp1.236.658 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.236.658
Rp1.471.932 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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Days Inn by Wyndham Saint John New Brunswick
Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4.5 out of 5
369 Rockland Rd, Saint John, NB
The price is Rp1.454.891 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.454.891
Rp1.731.683 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Saint John. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,570 reviews)
"The property was nice"

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Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
3.5 out of 5
39 King St, Saint John, NB
The price is Rp1.613.914 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp1.613.914
Rp1.920.961 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Saint John. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Consistent & staff are awesome"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
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Chipman Hill Suites on Sydney
Chipman Hill Suites on Sydney
3 out of 5
71 Sydney Street, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saint John Firefighters Association ...
9/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Beautiful historic property in city center. Excellent directions and communication with registration. Room comfortable, clean and well appointed. Would definitely stay at this location again."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Chipman Hill Suites on Sydney
Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
3.5 out of 5
1 Chipman Hill, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions New Brunswick Museum and Saint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
"Very responsive staff for sending instructions and parking. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2024

Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
Chipman Hill Suites on Union
Chipman Hill Suites on Union
3.5 out of 5
76 Union St, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions New Brunswick Museum and Saint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
"outside during the night can hear loud late night drinkers cursing and yelling every night till 2 am!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2024

Chipman Hill Suites on Union
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