• Saint John Port Authority - Witness the lively operations of the third-largest port in the Maritimes, where cargo ships and cruise liners come and go, and discover how centuries of trade and immigration have shaped it.
• AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village - Enjoy the unique and lively Area 506 Waterfront Container Village, where local businesses operate out of repurposed shipping containers. Explore unique art, crafts, and food, and visit “Graffiti Alley” to see murals by artists from around the globe.
• Princess Street - Furlong’s Liquor Store. A special guest shares his vision with visitors. Admire the intricately carved marble columns and whimsical gargoyles, which he believed hinted at the “treasures within.”
• Ihtoli-maqahamok – The Gathering Space - Enter this civic plaza, a gathering place for thousands of years. Learn how it has evolved from a commercial port and parking lot into a community hub.
• North Market Wharf - Beyond the modern patios and facades lies a deeper secret. Discover remnants of mid-1800s warehouses and learn about the Bay of Fundy’s tides’ unique impact on ships mooring here.
• Harbour Passage - Discover the pivotal moment in Saint John’s history when thousands of Loyalist refugees arrived in 1784, fleeing persecution during the American Revolution.
• Harbour Passage Trail - Hear the dramatic story of Fort La Tour, once home to Françoise Marie Jacqueline, “The Lioness of La Tour.” Listen to her own words about her brave defense of the fort and her ultimate sacrifice.
• Smythe Street - The Great Fire of 1877. Surrounded by brick and stone buildings, learn how the city rebuilt itself to become more fire-resistant.
• Chipman Hill - Pass by the Chipman Hill Suites and discover the remarkable story of one of its first residents, a woman who defied social norms.
• Saint John Arts Centre - Admire the beautiful French Beaux-Arts architecture of the Saint John Arts Centre, originally a public library. Appreciate its elegant design and learn about its transformation into a vibrant cultural hub.
• Stone Church - Visit the impressive Saint John’s Anglican Church, the city’s oldest surviving stone church. Learn about its significance as a Loyalist place of worship and a testament to community resilience and faith.
• Loyalist House - This extraordinary Federalist-style home holds a secret from the American Revolution. Discover the family who built it and the clever architectural choices that have preserved it for centuries.
• Saint John City Market - Explore Canada’s oldest continuously operated farmers’ market and uncover the secret of its unique inverted ship’s hull roof from a special guest.
• Kings Square - Enter King’s Square, a historic green space with a past of public punishment and civic unrest. Discover monuments that reveal secrets of sacrifice and honor.
• Loyalist Burial Ground - Visit the peaceful Loyalist Burial Grounds, where one of its first residents, a Loyalist who fled the American Revolution, shares his story and how his final resting place became a serene park.
• Old No.2 Engine House Museum - The Saint John County Court House is an elegant building with a dark past. Learn about some of the city’s most infamous trials and visit the Fire House Museum next door, which survived two of the city’s worst fires.
• Imperial Theatre - Admire the beautiful Imperial Theatre, built in 1912 and restored to its original glory after near demolition. Learn about its history as a vaudeville and film house and how a local taxi driver saved it.
• Admiral Beatty - See the grand Admiral Beatty Hotel, once a luxury hotel with suites for royalty. Hear about the notable figures who stayed here during its prime.
• Trinity Church - Visit the Trinity Anglican Church, rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1877. Hear the story of a salvaged artifact—a wooden Coat of Arms from the Boston State House—and the cheeky reply from the city’s church wardens when Boston requested its return.
• Union Club - On June 21st, 1877, this spot was surrounded by the charred remains of a city devastated by the Great Fire.
• Trinity Anglican Church - Welcome to the grand entrance of Trinity Anglican Church, a magnificent Gothic Revival masterpiece.
• CIBC Branch with ATM - Built in 1904, this impressive stone structure is one of three banks in the area featuring Greek architectural elements.
• Saint John Police Museum - Learn about the Domville Building, constructed in 1878, and meet a special guest from the 1890s who shares stories about policing in his day. Visit the Police Museum next door.
• Seaman’s Mission Building - A special guest shares her vision for this remarkable building.
• Saint John High School - Visit Saint John High School, the oldest publicly funded school in Canada. Learn how it evolved from segregated schools for boys and girls into a modern, inclusive, and academically excellent institution.
• Saint John - STONELEIGH TERRACE: Observe Stoneleigh Terrace, a row of homes standing for over 130 years, quietly overlooking the bay’s kinetic energy.
• Three Sisters Lamp - Discover how its lights once guided captains navigating the port and how the lamp now serves as a cherished monument.

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Experience a guided tour through your smartphone while exploring the historic downtown of Saint John!

Embark on a journey through time in Canada’s oldest incorporated city, where you’ll enjoy an engaging blend of tales, ranging from heroic to whimsical, as you wander through historic streets and admire breathtaking architecture. Discover the city’s distinct character, shaped by the Bay of Fundy, and delve into stories hidden behind the facades that aren’t in the guidebooks.

A live GPS map indicates your current location and guides you to your next destination. As you approach, the tour guide’s commentary will play automatically.

Encounter lively characters and special guests along the way, who bring Saint John’s vibrant stories and hidden treasures to life.

Avoid crowded tour groups, rigid schedules, and high costs — relish the freedom to explore at your own pace and on your own schedule.

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• Please be advised that this tour of Saint John does contain some hills.
• **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or circumstances beyond our control.

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