Top 20 Experiences in Saint John
Fundy Coast to Fundy Shore Tour
Our tour begins with a visit to the seaside community of St. Martins. You'll step back in time and sense the serenity of this area with its wharf, fishing boats, and piled lobster traps. With the ocean as a backdrop, you'll capture memorable photos of many interesting features such as lighthouses and the twin covered bridges. Don't forget to visit the wave-carved sea caves in the sandstone cliff if the tide is low enough to allow access while you're there. Learn about this small community's wooden ship building industry and see some of the highest tides in the world ebb and flow during your visit. You'll also visit the famous Reversing Falls, where the huge tides from the Bay of Fundy force the mighty Saint John River. Before returning to the cruise ship, we'll stop and explore the unique Old City Market in the heart of Saint John and learn why the local folks have loved to buy fresh produce here since 1876. Please note: all tours depart at local time and depend on cruise ship arrival.
Bay of Fundy Tour by Bus
This tour is 6+ hours long tour with 3 different sized passenger buses. This is available only for tourists visiting via Cruise ships or privately booked events with a minimum of 10 people. The smallest bus holds 20 passengers, the medium bus holds 24 passengers, and the largest bus holds 33 passengers. There is some easy walking involved on this tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Please note that there will be some minor waiting required since passengers need to leave the cruise ship and then get into the bus. We cannot leave until all the passengers in the group have been seated in the bus. ***Please note: Our season begins March 1st and ends around November 15th. This tour is only for cruise ship passengers
Pete's Historic Walking Tour
Welcome to Canada’s first City, the only city on the Bay of Fundy, home of the world’s highest tides. Meet at Area 506 Waterfront Container Village entrance, and proceed along historic Water Street to Market Square to access the City’s indoor pedway system. This avoids an uphill walk on King St, the steepest main street in Canada. The tour is flat, with a downhill section near the end. Copies of rare photos are used during the tour. Historical facts are featured, from 1783 until the present day. Your knowledgeable guide will focus on numerous points of interest and hidden gems including the history of Saint John over the last 240 years. The final part of the tour is on Prince William St, once known as the Wall St of Canada.
Saint John Highlights & History Cycling Tour
An active but casual bike tour (not e-bikes), your guide will maintain a comfortable pace trough the hills of Saint John, with a series of stops to ensure you experience the highlights of a city with so much beauty and history that you may want just to move here! Highlights include: - military forts dating back to the American Revolutionary War - a trading post that dates thousands of years - Canada's oldest, independent brewery* - historic architecture and a rich industrial story *Variations can be available without the Moosehead stop, send us a message for more information *Tours that depart before 1030am local time (by request or by design to meet a cruise ship departure timelines) may not be able to stop at Moosehead as the brewery doesn't open until noon
Saint John Walking Tour
Saint John is famous for being the friendliest city you'll ever visit. History comes to life as your nationally certified expert guide tells vivid stories and takes you to Saint John's famous landmarks on this two hour walking tour. The 2-hour tour covers about 1.5 miles with some hills. Comfortable footwear and warm clothes are recommended. This tour brings you to the historical highlights of this coastal treasure that is Saint John.
River Relics Kayaking Adventure
Enjoy a guided kayaking adventure along the shores of the historic Saint John River from Dominion Park Beach in Saint John NB. Located just a short 15 minute drive from the center of the city! History abounds as you paddle in your tandem kayak along an ice aged river where 15,000 years ago receding glaciers forced the river to find a new route over the rock ridges at Reversing Falls Rapids. The massive river system has been the lifeblood of the region for hundreds of years. Photo opportunities abound as you pause to learn about river lighthouses, pre-Cambrian fossils, and check out industrial ruins that tell a story of bygone times, when the river was the key to life in New Brunswick. Keep your head on a swivel and an eye on the horizon for local wildlife, including bald eagles, blue heron, jumping Sturgeon, and if we're lucky, even the occasional rare sighting of harbour seal, hawk, and peregrine falcon.
Shore Excursion:Saint John History Walking Tour
When in port for a day this is a great overview of seeing Saint John and New Brunswick with this popular guided walking tour. It gives you time after to spend more time in Saint Johns centre or back onto the ship after discovering this amazing historical place.
Indigenous Storytelling Walk on Harbour Passage
Indigenous influence in the Saint John area is largely overlooked. Prior to the establishment of Canada’s oldest incorporated city, a flourishing culture already existed, the Wolastoqiyik. Discover the local history of the Wolastoqey and Mi’kmaq peoples from a unique Indigenous point of view while meandering along the harbor and the Beautiful River – Wolastoq. Walk along a historical portage route and over archeological sites and become acquainted with the timeless wisdom of our ancestors. Learn how stewardship of the earth should look in a modern world while respecting and celebrating the traditions of the past through the eyes of traditional and modern artisans and artists and the stories that bind our cultures together.
Best of Saint John Small Group Tour w/Fort La Tour + Martello
This tour of Saint John, New Brunswick is the perfect way to view the city’s natural wonders, historical and cultural attractions in just a few hours. On this tour you will visit Canada’s oldest continuously operated farmers market, catch amazing views of the Bay of Fundy (featuring the world’s highest tides!) from the SKYWALK, look out over the city of Saint John from the Carleton Martello Tower viewpoint and learn about the city’s history at Place Fort LaTour.
Create your own Stained Glass Masterpiece
You will have a chance at working with glass, and creating your own piece of Stained Glass to take home with you.
New Brunswick Shore Excursion: Bay of Fundy and More Highlights Tour
This tour offers a smaller group experience than the cruise lines at a better price. If you have ever wanted to see the highest tides in the world, mixed in with the historical nature of the quaint fishing villages then this is the best way to spend your time ashore in new Brunswick. Don't forget to visit the wave-carved sea caves in the sandstone cliff if the tide is low enough to allow access while you're there. It is a photographer's delight! There will also be an opportunity to purchase a mug of world-famous seafood chowder. You also get to see the oldest farmers market in Canada in the old city part of the tour, dating back to 1876. This is a tour to make your time ashore a memorable one.
Shore Tours
Embark on an exciting 6 hr tour of southern NB, ideal for groups that fit a 6-passenger van (a 7 passenger vehicle may be available for booking, upon early request - prices may vary). Enjoy some easy walking trails and nature throughout. It is advised to wear sneakers or walking shoes for your comfort. **Please note that this tour is only for cruise ship passengers
Saint John Small Group Seafood Walking Tour
You will meet outside of Container Village. From there, you will head to your first yummy food stop where you will enjoy a perfectly creamy seafood chowder. Once you have finished with your soup, you will make your way to your next destination for delectable oysters. From there, you will walk to King’s Square, an inviting, beautiful urban park that is shaped in the design of the British Union flag, and honors the city's Loyalist heritage through monuments and plaques. This historical park is a must-visit location in Saint John. You will then have the opportunity to try an amazing lobster roll along with a refreshing local lemonade to drink. There is no better way to finish a food tour than with a sweet dessert! You will head to Market Square to have your choice of a tasty dessert.
Saint John Small Group Night Tour with Fort La Tour + Martello
Your Evening in Saint John Tour begins with pick up directly from your hotel in Saint John, New Brunswick before heading out on a narrated driving tour of the city. Your guide will point out interesting landmarks and historical points including the Saint John Port, Uptown Saint John, King’s Square, Fort Howe and the Saint John City Market - Canada’s oldest Farmers Market! After your driving tour, your guide will take you to the Carleton Martello Tower lookout point for an amazing panoramic view of the city. At the end of your tour, your guide will bring you back to your hotel in Saint John.
Go Fundy Tours
Premium shore excursion from Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, in an 18-guest bus. Join us for a coastal drive and walking tour to the village of St. Martins and Fundy Trail Parkway. Uncover the natural wonders along the Bay of Fundy's shore. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in local nature—unveiling hidden gems and breathtaking vistas off the beaten paths. Engage your senses—see, breathe, smell, taste... Moderate walking and a few steep paths are involved. We strongly recommend hiking or running shoes—no sandals, please. Participants should have an average physical fitness level. Please have a good breakfast before you go: we don't plan a lunch stop due to time concerns. Attention: we are doing one tour per day, and we might be unable to combine groups from different ships when we have more than one ship: it all depends on the ships' arrival and departure times. We suggest you contact us before booking.
The Fundy Coastal Run to Quaco
Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of what Saint John, the Bay of Fundy, and St. Martin's have to offer. During this five hour bus tour you'll experience not only the history of the area but the beautiful scenery and the local food that makes this tourist destination so popular. You'll see where the Loyalist refugees first landed in the city after the War of Independence, the old fortifications that once defended the harbour, the Reversing Falls phenomenon, and so much more. Your costumed tour guide will take you down the coastal route to the village of St. Martin's where you'll see more of the beauty that the Bay of Fundy has to offer - so bring your camera! For the avid shoppers, you'll get to do some shopping at the local shops at the Old City Market along with several local spots along the way. More importantly, if you have an insatiable appetite for seafood then you won't want to miss out on the award winning World Famous Seafood Chowder at the Sea Caves Restaurant.
Saint John Scavenger Hunt: Canada's Original City
Forget tourist-filled museums, make your own memories with a photo scavenger hunt tour in Rockford! On a Let’s Roam scavenger hunt, you and your team will work together to wander throughout Rockford, racking up points and laughs along the way. Rolling Through Rockford is the perfect small group activity for anyone looking to spend an enjoyable afternoon in Rockford. Some of the more memorable landmarks you’ll see are: Riverfront Museum Park, Coronado Theatre, East Rockford.
Scavenger Hunt in Saint John by Zombie Scavengers
Use an app to survive a zombie apocalypse in Saint John. In Zombie Scavengers, explore the city however you'd like to search for items needed to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items. You can also do some zombie themed challenges for points on the app as well. Strategize in order to get the most points and survive the apocalypse. Your remote host will be there for you via chat if you need anything. Can you survive the apocalypse in Saint John?
Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Saint John by Operation City Quest
Operation City Quest of Saint John lets your team discover the city in a fun and different way. Our app will instruct you to find a variety of items throughout the city in any order you'd like, and do funny challenges, for points! See your points stack up to others during the game on the app's ranking feature. All scavenger hunts come with a remote guide to help you via chat. Come compete with us in Saint John.
Private Sightseeing Tour In Saint John
Embark on an exciting 6 hr tour of southern NB, ideal for groups that fit a 4-passenger van, completely wheelchair accessible. Our guides will assist passengers with wheelchair requirements throughout the tour. Explore the rich history that Saint John has to offer, such as the historic City Market and the Martello Tower. Enjoy some easy walking trails and nature throughout, and witness the phenomena that is the Reversing Rapids. It is advised to wear sneakers or walking shoes for your comfort. **Please note that this tour is only for cruise ship passengers.