You'll find New Brunswick on the Atlantic Ocean's edge between Maine and Quebec, ready to offer a warm Maritime welcome and plenty of things to do. With the Hopewell Rocks formations, which tower 70 feet tall; dense forests; and countless beaches, this province is a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts. After unwinding in nature, the largest city of Saint John offers urban vibrancy—a thriving arts scene, historic architecture, and friendly locals that remind you of all the best parts of city living.
A summer spent in the Maritimes is an unbeatable experience—long days, hot sun, and beaches galore mean New Brunswick bustles in the summer months. Also on offer is the week-long Shediac Lobster Festival—full of carnival rides, music, and of course, lobster—and the New Brunswick Highland Games, a weekend celebrating the province’s connection to Scotland through dance, music, and a classic ceilidh party.
New Brunswick may be small, but its scenic roads and remote parks are the perfect excuse for a road trip. You can rent a car in Fredericton, Moncton, or Saint John and explore at your own pace. Otherwise, several intercity bus lines connect the larger cities, and there’s public transit in the urban centers.
Don’t miss the Bay of Fundy—the site of the highest tides on earth, where the sea will rise and fall 48 feet daily. On a tidal rafting trip, you can get up close and personal with the tremendous power of these tides, where the incoming ocean collides with the Shubenacadie River to create massive tall waves. An inflatable raft lets you experience every muddy, thrilling minute of this incredible natural phenomenon.
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With its unique blend of Scottish and French heritage, New Brunswick has a distinct culture all of its own. It’s also the site of the highest tides on earth in the Bay of Fundy, a favorite spot for whale-watching tours in the early fall.
...MoreThe 25-mile-long Fundy Footpath is one of the province’s most famous trails—it draws hikers from around the world who seek a challenge, but hiking a short section of it is just as rewarding. You can start from the Fundy Trail Parkway Visitor Section, which overlooks the Bay of Fundy.
...MoreNew Brunswick’s Acadian community has heavily influenced its cuisine, so dishes including poutine râpée (a potato and pork dumpling), Coquille Saint-Jacques (scallops poached in a wine sauce), and pets de sœur (New Brunswick’s answer to the cinnamon roll) are widespread across the province.
...MoreNew Brunswick is Canada’s only province with English and French as its official language—about 2/3 of the region is English-speaking, while about 1/3 speaks French. The French spoken might be a little unfamiliar—it’s a variety called Acadian French, which retains many elements of historical French.
...MorePeople go to New Brunswick for the scenery's beauty, the people's warmth, and the availability of fresh seafood—no trip to New Brunswick is complete without a classic lobster dinner. You can even pose with the world’s largest lobster statue in Shediac.
...MoreWith many of New Brunswick’s attractions being found in nature, it’s a relatively affordable province to visit (although provincial and national parks do charge an entrance fee). Expect your main costs to come from eating out and renting a car to explore the more remote sections of the province.
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