• Saint John Port Authority - Witness the lively operations at 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 distinctive 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 international artists.

• Princess Street - Furlong’s Liquor Store. A special guest shares his vision, inviting you to admire the intricately carved marble columns and whimsical gargoyles, hinting at the “treasures within.”

• Ihtoli-maqahamok – The Gathering Space - Enter this civic plaza, a gathering place for thousands of years, and learn about its transformation from a commercial port and parking lot into a community hub.

• North Market Wharf - Beyond the modern patios and facades, uncover the remnants of mid-1800s warehouses and the intriguing history of how the Bay of Fundy’s tides once influenced the 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 tale of Fort La Tour, once home to Françoise Marie Jacqueline, “The Lioness of La Tour,” as she recounts 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 French Beaux-Arts architecture of the Saint John Arts Centre, originally a public library, and learn about its transformation into a vibrant cultural hub.

• Stone Church - Visit Saint John’s Anglican Church, the city’s oldest surviving stone church, and hear about its significance as a place of worship for the Loyalists and a testament to the community’s resilience and faith.

• Loyalist House - Explore this remarkable Federalist-style home, which holds a secret from the American Revolution. Learn about the family who built it and the clever architectural choices that have allowed it to endure for centuries.

• Saint John City Market - Discover Canada’s oldest continuously operated farmers’ market and learn about 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, and uncover monuments that reveal secrets of sacrifice and honor.

• Loyalist Burial Ground - Visit the tranquil Loyalist Burial Grounds and hear from one of its first residents, a Loyalist who fled the American Revolution, sharing his story and how his final resting place has become a peaceful 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 - Marvel at the beautiful Imperial Theatre, built in 1912 and restored to its original glory after nearly being demolished. Hear about its history as a vaudeville and film house and how it was saved by a local taxi driver.

• Admiral Beatty - Discover the imposing Admiral Beatty Hotel, once a luxury hotel with suites reserved for royalty, and 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, and 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 - Imagine standing here on June 21st, 1877, surrounded by the charred remains of a city flattened 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, and hear 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 - Learn how its lights once guided captains navigating the port and how the lamp now serves as a cherished monument.

• No time constraints, enjoy the tour at your own pace
• Download on WIFI, no signal or data needed during tour
• Live GPS map with route and location tracking
• Automatic tour guide commentary at each point of interest
• Flexible dates, keep and enjoy the tour anytime

• Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
• Smartphone or tablet

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.

It’s all yours! Explore anytime, not just on your booking date. Pause and resume anywhere along the route.

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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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