Saint John
Canada
©madsci/Getty Images
Why visit Saint John
Saint John has long been a force to be reckoned with. Once a gritty port city, and the original economic engine of the province, it has since cleaned up its act. Its lively historic core is home to one of New Brunswick's top markets and there's a dynamic restaurant and pub scene worth exploring. Wander past beautifully preserved redbrick and sandstone 19th-century architecture, down narrow side streets that offer glimpses of the sea, or along the harbor where the mighty Saint John and Kennebecasis Rivers empty into the Bay of Fundy. Check out the city's unique museums and zip-line over the Reversing Falls. Sure, some of the surrounding natural beauty is diminished by pulp mill smokestacks and an oil refinery but Saint John will welcome you with open arms and knows how to show you a good time.
Lonely planet’s trusted travel insurance provider
Dreaming of Saint John? Protect your trip
Travel with confidence. Protect your trip and your wallet.
We don’t represent World Nomads, we receive a fee from quotes using this link. This is not a recommendation to buy travel insurance.
Take your Canada trip with Lonely Planet Journeys
Pick one of our ready-to-book trips or fully customize your own with help from our local experts.
bookable trip
Atlantic Canada: Three Provinces, Two Weeks, One Grand Adventure
14 days / 13 nights
highlights
- 1 Whale watching on a guided boat tour in St. Andrews by-the-Sea
- 2 Visiting Nova Scotia's renowned wine country in Annapolis Valley and Grand Pré
- 3 E-biking through Fundy Trail Provincial Park
from $5,000
per person
Explore more trips
Explore more trips

6 days / 5 nights
Yukon's Northern Lights and Northern Landscapes: Subarctic Canada in 6 Days
FROM $5,000
per person

14 days / 13 nights
All About Alberta: Banff, Badlands, and Beyond in 2 Weeks
FROM $5,000
per person

14 days / 13 nights
Best of West Canada: Rocky Mountains to Vancouver Island in 2 Weeks
FROM $5,000
per person

12 days / 11 nights
In Quest of Quebec: Laurentides, Charlevoix, and Eastern Townships in 12 Days
FROM $2,195
per person

13 days / 12 nights
Vancouver Island’s Coastal Charm, Provincial Parks, and Wilderness Wildlife
FROM $5,395
per person

Top places to visit in Saint John
Discover the best attractions in Saint John from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
Get a book. Get inspired. Get exploring.
in partnership with getyourguide


