Things to do in  New Brunswick

Situated on Canada’s east coast, the Bay of Fundy is known for its extreme tides. Twice a day the tide advances and retreats by as much as 52 feet (16 meters), leaving land previously covered by sea exposed and vice versa. The scenic lighthouse-dotted coastline, whale-inhabited waters, and quaint fishing villages add to the bay’s appeal.

Saint John’s Reversing Falls are a natural phenomenon caused by the tides of Canada’s Bay of Fundy, which can differ in height by an astonishing 50 feet (15 meters) at certain times of the year. The huge incoming tides force back the flow of Saint John River, creating white-water-tinged whirlpools, waves, and rapids, before reversing in the opposite direction.

A red-brick building spanning an entire city block, Saint John City Market is the oldest farmers market in Canada, with dozens of purveyors offering everything from fish-and-chips to local breads, wine, and cheese. Located just blocks from the Bay of Fundy, the market is an ideal spot to explore St. John’s finest food offerings or grab lunch during a day of sightseeing.

With hands-on workshops, docents in historical clothing, and live farm animals, Kings Landing offers visitors the chance to experience the 19th-century in rural New Brunswick. Milk a cow, do some gardening, and learn about blacksmithing at this expansive museum that combines educational exhibits with an interactive village.

Visitors to Hopewell Rocks sense a gravitational pull—and it’s not just because of its scenic beauty. Home to some of the world’s highest tides, Hopewell Rocks offers visitors a chance to experience these dramatic tidal shifts by walking on the ocean floor at low tide then watching the floor disappear as the tide rushes in.

The traditional land of the Mi’kmaq of Metepenagiag stretches along the banks of the Miramichi River. The nation has lived on the land since time immemorial, fishing from the broad river and hunting in the Acadian forests that still cover the region. Today, the park is a place of learning and sharing, where you can hear stories and walk through forest trails.