is the most prominent of Saint John’s public squares and is the heart of the city. Common Council approved the design in 1848 to express the loyalty of the city founders to England and the design of the walkways was laid out to resemble the flag of the Empire, the Union Jack. There are many interesting garden monuments and markers to commemorate Saint John’s past.

was designed by Albert E. Westover, who was a leading architect from Philadelphia. It opened in 1913. Try to capture an event there or at least drop in for a visit to view this spectacular theatre. The doors are usually open during the day. Visit their website for more information.

was built in 1840, survived the Great Fire of 1877, and was designated as a National Historic Site in 1995. The Museum houses a collection of firefighting tools from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and a large collection of photographs pertaining to firefighting in Saint John. The second floor features a room dedicated to the Great Fire of 1877 including photographs of before and after the fire as well as the rebuilding period. Beside this is the Courthouse opened in 1829 and also survived the Great Fire. The most impressive feature of the building is a free-standing stone spiral staircase. Each of the 49 steps in the staircase was cut from a solid block of stone and fitted without a central supporting pillar. Open Jun. - Sep. Mon. - Sat. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

also known as the Loyalist Burial Grounds. The earliest gravestone is dated July 13, 1784. Having reached a state of disrepair in the late 1980s, it was restored by the Irving family in 1995 in memory of the late KC Irving (1899-1992), founder of the Irving Empire of companies. Irving World headquarters stands in the North West corner of this block.

was located at the foot of King Street at Market Square. Today known as Loyalist Plaza and the Boardwalk. The city market on Charlotte Street opened in 1876 and barely survived the Great Fire of 1878. Its roof, built like an inverted hull, reflects the city’s shipbuilding past. It’s a “must-see” for all visitors.

is distinguished by its area concentration of homogeneous, primarily late 19th-century architecture. The area contains major public buildings, banks, hotels, insurance, shipping and legal offices, and the seamen’s institute and mission. More than half of these structures were erected after the Great Fire of 1877.

is marked as a national historic site. In this area is Market Square home to shops, restaurants and the New Brunswick Museum, Canada’s oldest museum collection that was started in 1842. Plan to spend some time. You can walk under a full-size right whale, take a geological trail through time, explore our lumbering and shipbuilding history, view exquisite furnishings and art and there is even a Saint John-made Bricklin automobile.

“Three Sisters”. The earliest light was a simple oil lamp erected in 1842. It was placed in line with the steeple of Trinity Church so that Harbour pilots and captains could navigate their way safely into the Harbour at night. A Celtic Cross is also located here. The cross is a replica of one erected on Partridge Island to commemorate the graves of more than 2000 Irish immigrants who perished of typhus fever or famine a route to or at the quarantine station set up here.

was constructed in 1811 by David Daniel Merrit, a Loyalist from Rye, New York and completed in 1817. It is the oldest residence in the city, surviving the Great Fire by servants surrounding it with wet towels. The Merri family continuously occupied it for nearly 150 years but it was donated to the New Brunswick Historical Society in 1959.

Fort Howe offers a magnificent panoramic view of the harbour and city. The fort was built as a British army fortification in 1777 to protect the vital St. John River area from American privateers and native unrest. Fort LaTour was even earlier than that, during the 1630s, Charles de LaTour, self-appointed Governor of Acadia, settled at the mouth of the St. John River. Charles de LaTour’s wife, Madame Francoise Marie LaTour, is regarded as Canada’s first heroine. She bravely defended the fort from an attack for four days while LaTour was away.

is a national historic site and dates back to the War of 1812. It played a pivotal role in the conflicts up until the Second World War. The site features a restored powder magazine, a barracks room, and exhibits in the tower and the Visitor Centre. Visitors will also marvel at the spectacular view of the city of Saint John and its harbour.

was created in the 1980s in order to preserve the once-thriving Jewish heritage of Saint John. It operates on a seasonal basis. It is the only Jewish museum in Atlantic Canada.

A scenic winding coastal road and nature walking trail on the Bay of Fundy. See Harbour seals, porpoises and hundreds of species of birds. Picnic areas are equipped with propane barbecues for public use.

is the ultimate Bay of Fundy eco-experience. The Trail takes you straight to the wonders of the Bay of Fund, accessibly and conveniently. A seasonal multi-use coastal experience and spectacular from every view. Don’t miss it! Attractions Canada “Natural Outdoor Site” winner, located in St. Martins, about 40 minutes drive.

Experience the world’s highest tides – not to mention pristine forests, deluxe campgrounds and a taste of Atlantic Canada culture – at Fundy National Park. Paddle in a kayak as the waters rise up to 12 metres or more. Walk the otherworldly sea floor at low tide. Or venture inland where trails lead to waterfalls deep in Acadian forests. With unique camping options – including yurts – and even regular music performances, Fundy National Park is a Maritime treasure.