Saint-John, New Brunswick

Canada

Watch the Bay of Fundy's legendary tides rise and fall with dramatic force, creating one of Earth's most spectacular natural phenomena.

Currency Canadian Dollar (CAD)

Language English, French

Time Zone ADT (UTC-3) / AST (UTC-4)

Best Time to Visit Jun–Oct

Typical Duration 9-10 nights

Price Range $450-$9,180 per person

Port Type Port of Call

Tender Port No

Gateway to Canada's Maritime provinces, offering access to historic coastal towns, the Bay of Fundy, and vibrant cultural experiences in Atlantic Canada.

Cruises that visit Saint-John, New Brunswick

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Ships typically depart around 4:00 PM

Usually about 8 hours ashore

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Saint John City Market Historic marketplace for local goods Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 4k

St. Martins Sea Caves Sea caves formed by dramatic tides Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 2k

Rockwood Park Large wooded area with multiple lakes Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 2k

Cask & Kettle Irish Gastropub Casual Irish bar & restaurant Gastropub · ★ 4.5 · 2k

Irving Nature Park Large coastal park with boardwalks Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 2k

Lancaster Crossing In-store shopping Shopping mall · ★ 3.9 · 2k Open now

AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village In-store shopping Market · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Saint John Ale House Locally sourced bites in late-night digs Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k

Brunswick Square Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 1k Open · Closes 6 PM

East Point Shopping Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 9 PM

Britt's Pub and Eatery Uptown English-style pub with many local beers Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k

King’s Square Park with a restored 1909 bandstand Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 1k

McAllister Place Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 8 PM

Lily's Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Canadian · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Thandi Trendy bar/eatery for Asian fusion meals Indian · ★ 4.5 · 1k

New River Beach Provincial Park Onsite services Park · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Italian by Night Rustic Italian restaurant Italian · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 4:45 PM

Lansdowne Business Centre • Plaza REIT Saint John Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 1k Open · Closes 9 PM

Gahan House Port City Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Brewpub · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Market Square Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 5 PM

Churchill's Pub & Steakhouse Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Pub · ★ 4.4 · 1k

Reversing Falls Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 1k

Pub Down Under Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.3 · 1k

Grannan's Seafood Relaxed fixture for seafood & steaks Seafood · ★ 3.9 · 1k Open

Britt's Pub and Eatery Rockwood Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open

Rocky's Sports Bar Traditional tavern with pub grub & wings Sports bar · ★ 4.3 · 1k

Splash Thai Cuisine Amazing food, very generous portions and outstanding service. Thai · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed

Mispec Beach Public restroom·Good for kids·Picnic tables Public beach · ★ 4.6 · 1k

Lock Stock and Barrels Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Grill · ★ 4.4 · 1k

New Brunswick Museum Regional heritage exhibits & whales Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 0k Temporarily closed

Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site Historic tower dating to the War of 1812 Tourist attraction · ★ 4.2 · 0k

Exhibition Plaza Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM

O'Leary's Great place to watch live music and bar service is above and beyond. Pub · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Catapult Coffee & Studio Coffee shop · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open

Sumac & Thyme Definitely the best food and service experience I’ve had in Saint John. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k

Amritsari Flames Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Indian · ★ 4.6 · 0k

East Coast Bistro Wednesday night live music, amazing food, fantastic service! Canadian · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Prince Edward Square Onsite services Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM

Bigtide Brewing Co. Craft brews & pub grub in easygoing digs Brewpub · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Umami Kid Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Ramen · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Uptown Pub Down Under Good pub food, good beer, relaxing atmosphere, kind staff, good prices! Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 0k

Bubbly Cup Bubble Tea · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open

Eighty Three Bar Arcade No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 4 PM

Hopscotch Whisky Bar Great atmosphere, great service, fantastic drinks and reasonably priced!! Bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 4 PM

Port City Royal Exceptional meal, wonderful service and a great setting. Canadian · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM

Wolastoq Park Scenic spot with river views & statues Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k

TimberTop Adventures It was a great day in woods with climbing, ziplines, friendly staff. Adventure sports center · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri

Peppers Pub Kitchen: Open · Closes 9:30 PM Pub · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open

Bayshore Beach Good for kids·Dogs allowed Public beach · ★ 4.7 · 0k

K's East Side Cafe Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed

Five and Dime Always good music, drinks are strong so they are worth the bar prices. Pub · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM

The Zesty Lemon Deli & Catering Bistro · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open

Kakuteru Great, cozy hidden gem with fun drinks and excellent service. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM

Abuelita’s Dine-in·No delivery Latin American · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Garden Grove Café Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open

Union House by Trailway Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Grill · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Place Fort LaTour Excellent recreation of an historical place and event in Saint John's past. Historical landmark · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closes soon · 4 PM

Reversing Falls Tourist Lookout Very cool watching the water change directions Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Uptown Saint John Inc Non-profit organization · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Saints Rest Beach Beach · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Harbour Passage Harbourfront path for walking or cycling Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Tucker Park Beach Beach · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Howdy Meats Co In-store pickup Butcher shop · ★ 5 · 0k

Yoramen Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Ramen · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Dominion Park Beach Beach · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Harvest Cafe Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed

House of Damascus Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Big Chicken Station Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Chicken · ★ 4.5 · 0k

Best Poutine Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Stone Soup Cafe & Catering Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed

Bap&Noods Great food, generous portions, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k

LebanOn The Go 3+ years in business Caterer · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Eb Coffeeshop Cafe · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open

Emporia Onsite services Boutique · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open · Closes 5 PM

WOK IN Asian Cuisine (uptown) Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Chinese · ★ 5 · 0k

Reversing Falls Observation Deck The Skywalk of Saint John is at the Reversing Falls Observation Centre. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k

In Pursuit - The Uptown Boutique In-store shopping·Curbside pickup·Delivery Clothing store · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 5 PM

Chopshaven Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Swimming Beach Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Bay of Fundy Sea glass Tours Thank you so much for a memorable hunting adventure! Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k

Bite & Smile Crepes Dine-in·Takeout Brunch · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Saint-John, New Brunswick

Saint-John, New Brunswick, has emerged as a vibrant cruise destination on Canada's Atlantic coast, welcoming passengers from nine major cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, and Celebrity Cruises. While primarily a port of call, Saint-John serves as an excellent launching point for exploring the Maritime region, with approximately 70 cruises annually offering itineraries to beloved destinations like Boston, Halifax, Portland, and Quebec City. Most voyages span nine nights, making this an ideal stop for travelers seeking a taste of Canada's maritime heritage combined with broader New England and Atlantic Canada exploration.

Passengers docking in Saint-John can look forward to discovering the Bay of Fundy's dramatic tides and the city's rich maritime history, all within easy reach of the waterfront. The port's peak season runs from June through October, with September and October offering particularly pleasant weather for exploring this charming Canadian port. Whether you're embarking on a longer cruise adventure or enjoying a port day, Saint-John provides an authentic introduction to Atlantic Canada's culture and natural beauty.

Bay of Fundy's Tidal Marvels

Witness the world's highest tides at the Bay of Fundy, where water levels rise and fall up to 43 feet daily. Take a scenic boat tour or explore the dramatic rock formations and sea caves that emerge with the changing tides. This natural phenomenon is one of Canada's most spectacular geological wonders.

City Market's Local Flavors

Browse the historic City Market, a vibrant indoor marketplace operating since 1876, featuring fresh Maritime seafood, local produce, and artisan goods. Sample lobster rolls, scallops, and traditional Maritime fare from vendors who celebrate the region's rich fishing heritage. It's the perfect spot to taste authentic local cuisine.

Reversing Falls Rapids Phenomenon

Experience the unique Reversing Falls Rapids, where the Bay of Fundy's powerful tides reverse the river's flow twice daily. Walk across the Reversing Falls Bridge for stunning views, or take a jet boat tour through the turbulent waters. This rare natural occurrence happens nowhere else on Earth.

Irving Nature Preserve's Coastal Trails

Explore 600 acres of pristine coastal forest and rocky shoreline at Irving Nature Preserve, just minutes from the cruise port. Hike scenic trails offering panoramic Bay of Fundy views, spot local wildlife, and discover hidden coves. The preserve showcases the region's unspoiled natural beauty.

Historic City Heritage & Architecture

Discover Saint-John's rich maritime history by exploring the downtown's Victorian architecture and heritage sites like the Old City Hall and Loyalist House. Walk through the charming neighborhoods where 18th-century Loyalist settlers built their community. The city's restored waterfront district blends history with modern amenities.