Attractions in New Brunswick

Alma, Fundy Coastal Drive

Hike over 120 km (75 mi.) of leafy trails past roaring waterfalls and crystal-clear streams. Paddle across tranquil Bennett Lake. Or take a rejuvenating dip in Fundy’s heated saltwater pool. Our experts named this diverse national park a “Best of Fundy” attraction”. MORE>

Fredericton, River Valley Scenic Drive
Voted a “Best of River Valley” attraction, this National Historic Site was originally a British garrison. Follow in the footsteps of the red-coats, watch the changing of the guard, or explore the museums, architecture and art galleries. MORE>

Bouctouche, Acadian Coastal Drive
Experience one of the few remaining great sand dunes on the northeastern coastline, voted a “Best of Acadian” attraction and currently in the running for the top prize in the destination award category by the World Travel and Tourism Council. MORE>

Prince William, River Valley Scenic Drive
Another “Best of River Valley” attraction, Kings Landing is a living history museum depicting life in a young colony. Listen for the rustle of hoop skirts, the creaking of wagons and the distant call of a fiddler. MORE>

Kouchibouguac, Acadian Coastal Drive
This “Best of Acadian” attraction boasts the “warmest salt water north of Virginia” with vast stretches of sand dunes, a perfect swimming lagoon, and opportunities to experience Mi’kmaq First Nations culture. MORE>

Bouctouche, Acadian Coastal Drive
Known as “the island where Acadians celebrate”, this village of characters sprang from the imagination of internationally renowned Acadian author Antonine Maillet. A “Best of Acadian” attraction, come for the theatre, music, comedy and dance. MORE>

Moncton, Fundy Coastal Drive
This “Best of Fundy” attraction is world-famous. Drive to the bottom of this hill, take your foot off the brake, and be prepared to be astonished as you roll… uphill. Defy gravity and take a moment to contemplate one of New Brunswick’s great mysteries. MORE>

Saint John, Fundy Coastal Drive
The New Brunswick Museum was voted a “Best of Fundy” for its remarkable collections, from natural sciences to marine history. Don’t miss the legendary “Hall of Great Whales” to see life-size skeletons of Right whales. MORE>

Hopewell Cape, Fundy Coastal Drive
Walk on the ocean floor, in the shadows unique rock formations that, strangely enough, resemble flowerpots. Voted not only a “Best of Fundy” attraction, but also One of the Marine Wonders of the World. MORE>

Caraquet, Acadian Coastal Drive
Walk back in time to experience Acadian culture at this historical reconstruction of life in a French Colony. Named a “Best of Acadian” attraction, this unique village has also received a number of other prestigious awards, including a Phoenix Award for authentic character. MORE>