Top Saint John Art & Culture

Capture Canada’s rugged coastline on camera on this 5-hour Fundy Coast to Fundy Shore photography tour. Explore the fishing village of St John in New Brunswick with your guide. Frame beautiful shots of the lighthouse and twin bridges as the ocean swirls in the background. Visit sandstone sea caves carved out by the powerful waves. Stroll along the rocky beach and gain insight into this small community’s rich heritage. Admire the Reversing Falls Rapids and stop at the market, where the locals have been buying their fresh produce since 1876.

Learn how to make your very own stained-glass creations—and walk away with new skills, as well as a special souvenir—when you attend this stained-glass-making class. Head to the studio space, and roll up your sleeves: with just a small group for company, you’ll learn the basics of stained glass creation, from cutting glass and creating patterns to soldering and more. Enjoy a beverage during class, and take your own masterpiece home with you.

Make the most of your time ashore in New Brunswick on this half-day shore excursion. Make your own way to the Saint John cruise pier, meet your guide, and set off. You’ll see the Bay of Fundy’s famous high tides and rock formations (as well as its reversing falls), will glimpse picturesque sea caves, and will even have the chance to stop for seafood chowder and other refreshments.

Explore the historic architecture and charming atmosphere of St. John during this walking tour. Travel 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) with a nationally-certified guide as you discover the city’s bustling market, tour its collection of Victorian-era structures, and check out highlights including Trinity Church, the 225th Anniversary Clock, the Policeman’s Museum, and more.

Saint John, New Brunswick, has an envious location along the Bay of Fundy and a rich history dating back to British colonial times in North America. Strap on a helmet and limber up for an active yet casual cycling tour of Saint John’s history, each stop showcasing a place or moment significant chapter. Ride to a trading post that dates back thousands of years then see military forts constructed for the American Revolutionary War.

Make the most out of your short time in Saint John with this walking tour. Met at the port by your local guide, you’ll dive into the history of Canada’s oldest incorporated city, from historic markets and cemeteries to green spaces and downtown. The only city on the Bay of Fundy, you’ll also get to see the city’s tides roll in and out—more than any other place on the planet.

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.

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.

Take in the architecture, history, and culture of uptown Saint John. During this two hour tour your costumed guide will show you where the Loyalist refugees first landed in the city after the War of Independence, where the infamous Benedict Arnold once lived, and so much more. Your guide will take you down historic streets filled with architectural wonders from the later part of the 19th century. You'll hear stories of the city's rich ship building heritage and the area's deep Irish and Acadian roots. If you like local foods and arts and crafts then you'll certainly enjoy your visit to the Old City Market. This is one walking tour you don't want to miss.