Saint John

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The Fundy City offers a mix of British colonial heritage, a lively port city atmosphere and amazing natural sites shaped by the world’s highest tides.

Saint John is the largest city in New Brunswick and the main port of the Bay of Fundy. Explore Saint John’s charming city center to find classic Victorian architecture and a historic marketplace. Over the centuries, Saint John has seen French, British, American and Irish settlements. The city’s rich history is represented by its gorgeous cityscape. Venture out to the bayside to see incredible natural wonders, including  yawning caves and sandstone cliffs, formed by the Bay of Fundy’s record-high tides.

The heart of the city is Market Square, which features a brick mall within the warehouses along the city’s old wharf. Head east on King’s Street to find the colorful brick marketplace of Saint John City Market, built in 1876. See performances by Saint John’s main orchestra, theater troupes and opera company at the Imperial Theater.

Learn about Saint John’s colonial heritage at the Loyalist House. During the warmer months, take a tour of the 1817 Victorian building and see its stately period furnishings. Visit the Carleton Martello Tower, south of the Saint John River, which was built to protect the city during the War of 1812.

Visit Saint John’s extensive and scenic waterfront. Saint John is located at the intersection of the mighty Saint John River and the Bay of Fundy, which features the highest tides in the world. The result of this junction is Reversing Falls, a point in the Saint John River where the water reverses twice every day due to the bay’s tides. Watch the reversal from Fallsview Park or a waterfront restaurant. For another glimpse of the bay’s tidal power, head northeast to St. Martins, where at low tide you can walk through huge caves carved into the sandstone cliffs.

Flights from most major Canadian cities arrive in Saint John’s airport daily. Saint John is a 5-hour drive from Portland, Maine. Summer is the best season to enjoy this historic port town on the remarkable Bay of Fundy.

Days Inn by Wyndham Saint John New Brunswick
Days Inn by Wyndham Saint John New Brunswick
2.5 out of 5
175 City Road, Saint John, NB
The price is P3,933 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P3,933
P4,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Stay at this hotel in Saint John. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,215 reviews)
"Stayed for a week and had no issues,"

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

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Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4.5 out of 5
369 Rockland Rd, Saint John, NB
The price is P5,191 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
P5,191
P6,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Saint John. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,601 reviews)
Another great stay
"Again, I had a great room, great service. Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025

Chateau Saint John Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
3.5 out of 5
39 King St, Saint John, NB
The price is P4,586 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P4,586
P5,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Saint John. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, very clean One of the best hotels for that city"

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John
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Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
3.5 out of 5
1 Chipman Hill, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions New Brunswick Museum and Saint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
"Beautiful heritage property right uptown. Very clean. Great communication with staff even when we weren't paying as close attention as we should have been! They have parking or there's a parking garage across the street."

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024

Chipman Hill Suites - Pratt House
Chipman Hill Suites on Sydney
Chipman Hill Suites on Sydney
3 out of 5
71 Sydney Street, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saint John Firefighters Association ...
9/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
A Step Back in Time
"What an amazing place to stay in the heart of the city. It was like taking a step back in time!"

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024

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Chipman Hill Suites on Union
Chipman Hill Suites on Union
3.5 out of 5
76 Union St, Saint John, NB
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Saint John. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions New Brunswick Museum and Saint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
"outside during the night can hear loud late night drinkers cursing and yelling every night till 2 am!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2024

Chipman Hill Suites on Union
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