Top Saint John Cultural Tours

Explore Canada’s beautiful Maritime provinces on this 6-hour St John and New Brunswick tour. Head along the Kingston Peninsula to Reversing Falls and enjoy beautiful views over the Kennebecasis River. Travel through rolling farm country and sample locally produced delicacies. Explore the vineyards of Gillis Winery on the banks of the St John River, and learn of the organic grape varietals thriving in the fertile soils. Gain insight into the wines’ delicate flavors during a tasting session. Then, visit St John’s Old City Market — Canada’s oldest farmers’ market.

Capture Canada’s rugged coastline on camera on this 5-hour Fundy Coast to Fundy Shore photography tour. Explore the fishing village of St John in New Brunswick with your guide. Frame beautiful shots of the lighthouse and twin bridges as the ocean swirls in the background. Visit sandstone sea caves carved out by the powerful waves. Stroll along the rocky beach and gain insight into this small community’s rich heritage. Admire the Reversing Falls Rapids and stop at the market, where the locals have been buying their fresh produce since 1876.

Discover the historical delights and charm of St. Andrews by-the-Sea on this 7-hour tour from St. John. With a guide, take a tour of prominent architectural sites and learn about the town's history, which dates back to 1783. Then visit the Huntsman Fundy Discovery Aquarium to explore the underwater world of the Bay of Fundy. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Make the most of your time ashore in New Brunswick on this half-day shore excursion. Make your own way to the Saint John cruise pier, meet your guide, and set off. You’ll see the Bay of Fundy’s famous high tides and rock formations (as well as its reversing falls), will glimpse picturesque sea caves, and will even have the chance to stop for seafood chowder and other refreshments.

You will drive to the Saint John Jewish museum, housed in a late Victorian mansion with a rich history of its own. The Museum is connected to the sanctuary of the Congregation Shaarei Zedek, which at its peak numbered over 1400 members. During your approximately 45 minute tour, your trained guide will show you several of the permanent exhibits, and explain how the museum collects, preserves, and displays the history of the Jewish community of Saint John. You will have the rare privilege of having the Ark opened for you to observe the century-old Torahs with their traditional silver adornments. Discover the Religion Room, where displays explain many Jewish holidays and customs, illustrated with artifacts from the homes of members of the Jewish community. Examine the small but authentic Hebrew School, including half-century-old desks upon which generations of students carved their names. You can even watch a short video on the history of the Jewish community.

When in port for a day this is a great overview of seeing Saint John and New Brunswick with this popular guided walking tour. It gives you time after to spend more time in Saint Johns centre or back onto the ship after discovering this amazing historical place.