Claire Patricia’s guidebook
Trails
The Thatch Road Trail is part of the old highway that used to travel along the river . The trail begins by traveling along the Saint John River overlooking Oromocto Island. There is a long field to the left of the trail. The trail then travels along an old river channel. The long, narrow Thatch Island is formed between the main river and this channel. Thatch Island is the reason this trail is also called the Old Thatch Road.
From the entrance to the airport turn towards Orormocto and drive for 2 kilometres. Here you will see the turnoff for Thatch Road going straight ahead. Drive for another 450 metres and you will come to the end of the road. Here there is a boat launch on the left and a parking area on the right. Park here. The trail starts by going through the small covered bridge off the end of the road.
Thatch Road
Thatch RoadThe Thatch Road Trail is part of the old highway that used to travel along the river . The trail begins by traveling along the Saint John River overlooking Oromocto Island. There is a long field to the left of the trail. The trail then travels along an old river channel. The long, narrow Thatch Island is formed between the main river and this channel. Thatch Island is the reason this trail is also called the Old Thatch Road.
From the entrance to the airport turn towards Orormocto and drive for 2 kilometres. Here you will see the turnoff for Thatch Road going straight ahead. Drive for another 450 metres and you will come to the end of the road. Here there is a boat launch on the left and a parking area on the right. Park here. The trail starts by going through the small covered bridge off the end of the road.
One of Canada’s Best Old Growth Forests Odell Park is a 333-acre, year-round park within the heart of Fredericton. There are 16 km of trails winding their way through a varied forest. Some of the trees in the park are more than 400 years old! On
the upper perimeter of the park, visitors can visit the Fredericton Botanic Gardens.
In the winter, visitors can skate on the outdoor rink, slide down the hills and cross-country ski on groomed trails.
This is the perfect place for a picnic! You will find a waterfowl pond, children’s playground, disc golf and a lodge that was opened by the Queen Mother in 1967.
The park is also home to the Odell Arboretum and New Brunswick Species Collection. This arboretum was built in 1985 as a way for Fredericton to mark its bicentennial as the capital city. It features examples of every native New Brunswick tree species.
The 2.8 km arboretum trail winds through the woods past 41 separate sites where individual tree species grow naturally. The arboretum species collection was compromised during the winds of Tropical Storm Arthur in July 2014.
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Odell Park
Waggoners LaneOne of Canada’s Best Old Growth Forests Odell Park is a 333-acre, year-round park within the heart of Fredericton. There are 16 km of trails winding their way through a varied forest. Some of the trees in the park are more than 400 years old! On
the upper perimeter of the park, visitors can visit the Fredericton Botanic Gardens.
In the winter, visitors can skate on the outdoor rink, slide down the hills and cross-country ski on groomed trails.
This is the perfect place for a picnic! You will find a waterfowl pond, children’s playground, disc golf and a lodge that was opened by the Queen Mother in 1967.
The park is also home to the Odell Arboretum and New Brunswick Species Collection. This arboretum was built in 1985 as a way for Fredericton to mark its bicentennial as the capital city. It features examples of every native New Brunswick tree species.
The 2.8 km arboretum trail winds through the woods past 41 separate sites where individual tree species grow naturally. The arboretum species collection was compromised during the winds of Tropical Storm Arthur in July 2014.
A Fredericton favourite, this freshwater lake with a lovely sandy beach (supervised in the summer months) and 20 km of walking trails around the perimeter of the lake is the perfect retreat for a day of swimming, relaxing and enjoying nature.
In the winter, the trails are transformed into groomed trails for cross country skiers.
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Killarney Lake
A Fredericton favourite, this freshwater lake with a lovely sandy beach (supervised in the summer months) and 20 km of walking trails around the perimeter of the lake is the perfect retreat for a day of swimming, relaxing and enjoying nature.
In the winter, the trails are transformed into groomed trails for cross country skiers.
Crabbe Mountain - home to the largest vertical descent in New Brunswick, offers some of the best terrain in Atlantic Canada. Quad chair lift, T-bar, and handle tow on the beginner hill, snow-making, night skiing, 34 trails, terrain park, rental shop, cafeteria bar, live music, retail store, and local craft beer!
Once the snow melts, the mountain turns into an excellent hiking location!
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Crabbe Mountain
50 Crabbe Mountain RdCrabbe Mountain - home to the largest vertical descent in New Brunswick, offers some of the best terrain in Atlantic Canada. Quad chair lift, T-bar, and handle tow on the beginner hill, snow-making, night skiing, 34 trails, terrain park, rental shop, cafeteria bar, live music, retail store, and local craft beer!
Once the snow melts, the mountain turns into an excellent hiking location!
27 km from Fredericton's downtown, you can get the family outdoors and active, and enjoy one of Mactaquac Provincial Park's many family fun activities, including the Great Canadian Beaver Pond Voyage, multi-use trails, 18 hole golf course, campground, or cool off and relax at the beach.
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Parque Provincial Mactaquac
1265 NB-10527 km from Fredericton's downtown, you can get the family outdoors and active, and enjoy one of Mactaquac Provincial Park's many family fun activities, including the Great Canadian Beaver Pond Voyage, multi-use trails, 18 hole golf course, campground, or cool off and relax at the beach.
Picnic? Throw the Frisbee around? Cloud gazing? If you've said yes to any of these, then head to Carleton Park, on the northside of Fredericton. This green runs along the North Riverfront Trail (or Union Street) and mirrors the southside green from Cliffe Street to the mouth of the Nashwaak River.
If you love scenic views (particularly sunsets) and the view to the southside, this is the park you want to be at. If you have a boat, it's also a popular boat launching site.
Carleton Park
Picnic? Throw the Frisbee around? Cloud gazing? If you've said yes to any of these, then head to Carleton Park, on the northside of Fredericton. This green runs along the North Riverfront Trail (or Union Street) and mirrors the southside green from Cliffe Street to the mouth of the Nashwaak River.
If you love scenic views (particularly sunsets) and the view to the southside, this is the park you want to be at. If you have a boat, it's also a popular boat launching site.
The Fredericton Railway Bridge is a former railway bridge in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada now used to carry pedestrians and cyclists.
It crosses the Saint John River from the east end of Fredericton's central business district on the west bank of the river to the former community of South Devon (amagalgamated into Fredericton in 1945) on the east bank.
Since 1997, it has been used as a pedestrian bridge and is part of the Sentier NB Trail system and also part of the Trans Canada Trail. Fredericton claims it is the "world's longest walking bridge."
On June 7, 2008 the bridge was renamed the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge, after a founder of the Fredericton Trail System.
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Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge
The Fredericton Railway Bridge is a former railway bridge in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada now used to carry pedestrians and cyclists.
It crosses the Saint John River from the east end of Fredericton's central business district on the west bank of the river to the former community of South Devon (amagalgamated into Fredericton in 1945) on the east bank.
Since 1997, it has been used as a pedestrian bridge and is part of the Sentier NB Trail system and also part of the Trans Canada Trail. Fredericton claims it is the "world's longest walking bridge."
On June 7, 2008 the bridge was renamed the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge, after a founder of the Fredericton Trail System.
If you have a small craft, this is a great spot to launch your boat. Located on picturesque Waterloo Row, its a great starting point for your water adventure!
Morell Park
If you have a small craft, this is a great spot to launch your boat. Located on picturesque Waterloo Row, its a great starting point for your water adventure!
Sightseeing
Nestled along the shores of the beautiful Saint John River, Fredericton is as much urban energy as small-town charm. It’s the ideal base for exploring not just the attractions of the city, but the entire capital region.
The city itself is rich in history, nature, art, dining, and a youthful energy—complements of the vibrant student population. Take the time to visit the Historic Garrison District, and its countless festivals and events; explore downtown Fredericton’s restaurants, shops, pubs, and cafes; slow down with a visit to a gallery, art studio, or the science centre; and get closer to nature in a kayak, running a trail, or just hanging out in a park.
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Fredericton
Nestled along the shores of the beautiful Saint John River, Fredericton is as much urban energy as small-town charm. It’s the ideal base for exploring not just the attractions of the city, but the entire capital region.
The city itself is rich in history, nature, art, dining, and a youthful energy—complements of the vibrant student population. Take the time to visit the Historic Garrison District, and its countless festivals and events; explore downtown Fredericton’s restaurants, shops, pubs, and cafes; slow down with a visit to a gallery, art studio, or the science centre; and get closer to nature in a kayak, running a trail, or just hanging out in a park.
Home of Canadian Forces Base Gagetown, Oromocto is located on the west bank of the Saint John River.
Originally, in the 18th century, an Acadian village, it was burnt to the ground in the Great Expulsion and rebuilt as Fort Hughes in the American Revolution. After, the area saw an influx of settlers from the United Empire loyalists who also settled the surrounding area.
In the 19th century it became a shipbuilding town but that went into decline at the beginning of the 20th century. This is when the military picked it as their main training base in Canada and remodeled the town to what you see today.
Gagetown Heliport
Home of Canadian Forces Base Gagetown, Oromocto is located on the west bank of the Saint John River.
Originally, in the 18th century, an Acadian village, it was burnt to the ground in the Great Expulsion and rebuilt as Fort Hughes in the American Revolution. After, the area saw an influx of settlers from the United Empire loyalists who also settled the surrounding area.
In the 19th century it became a shipbuilding town but that went into decline at the beginning of the 20th century. This is when the military picked it as their main training base in Canada and remodeled the town to what you see today.
Re-live our history! The Historic Garrison District, a National Historic Site, is Fredericton's premier heritage and festival centre. This beautiful riverside site recalls all the drama and glory of Fredericton's past as a garrison town. The Garrison is a centre for heritage, culture, craft and entertainment. Experience the attractions, tours and daily free entertainment including the Changing of the Guard, tours, concerts, live theatre, outdoor films and gift shops all in one extraordinary place!
National Historic Site since 1964, and Provincial Historic Site since 1965.
The Historic Garrison District originally consisted of the two-block area bounded by Queen, York, Campbell and Regent Streets where British troops were garrisoned from 1784 until 1869. The first buildings on this site were made of wood and later replaced by stone structures. One original wood building still remains in the Garrison, home to the administrative offices of Fredericton Tourism!
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Lugar de Patrimonio Provincial de la Plaza de los Oficiales
575 Queen StRe-live our history! The Historic Garrison District, a National Historic Site, is Fredericton's premier heritage and festival centre. This beautiful riverside site recalls all the drama and glory of Fredericton's past as a garrison town. The Garrison is a centre for heritage, culture, craft and entertainment. Experience the attractions, tours and daily free entertainment including the Changing of the Guard, tours, concerts, live theatre, outdoor films and gift shops all in one extraordinary place!
National Historic Site since 1964, and Provincial Historic Site since 1965.
The Historic Garrison District originally consisted of the two-block area bounded by Queen, York, Campbell and Regent Streets where British troops were garrisoned from 1784 until 1869. The first buildings on this site were made of wood and later replaced by stone structures. One original wood building still remains in the Garrison, home to the administrative offices of Fredericton Tourism!
Check out the breathtaking views of the Saint John River from the observation deck of the Lighthouse on the Green, and stop in at the interactive Saint John River Play & Learn Exhibit - it's sure to be a hit!
Also on site is a BBQ pit restaurant, complete with local craft beer and ice cream for dessert.
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Lighthouse on the Green
615 Queen StCheck out the breathtaking views of the Saint John River from the observation deck of the Lighthouse on the Green, and stop in at the interactive Saint John River Play & Learn Exhibit - it's sure to be a hit!
Also on site is a BBQ pit restaurant, complete with local craft beer and ice cream for dessert.
This stone building with impressive dome has served as the seat of government in New Brunswick since 1882. A notable spiral staircase and portrait gallery of former Lieutenant Governors greets visitors in the main entrance. The chamber reflects the taste of the late Victorians with a brass chandelier, oriental-style carpet and Speaker's chair set on a dais under a canopy bearing a carving of the Royal Coat of Arms.
Free guided tours daily during summer from late-June until late-August, 10am-5pm (last tour at 4:30pm). From September until late-June, tours are available Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm by appointment.
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Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick
706 Queen StThis stone building with impressive dome has served as the seat of government in New Brunswick since 1882. A notable spiral staircase and portrait gallery of former Lieutenant Governors greets visitors in the main entrance. The chamber reflects the taste of the late Victorians with a brass chandelier, oriental-style carpet and Speaker's chair set on a dais under a canopy bearing a carving of the Royal Coat of Arms.
Free guided tours daily during summer from late-June until late-August, 10am-5pm (last tour at 4:30pm). From September until late-June, tours are available Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm by appointment.
Christ Church Cathedral sits in grand style, a pinnacle of beauty, near the banks of the Saint John River, presiding over the city of Fredericton. Built under the authority of Bishop John Medley between 1845 and 1853, it is now a National Historic Site. Tour the grounds and the cathedral and stand in awe of the stained glass and Gothic Revival architectural elements of the building.
*Stop in to the Cathedral at noon on Fridays during the summer to enjoy the Summer Recital Series (Freewill Offering)
*Free guided tours of Christ Church Cathedral are available during July and August, Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm. During the remainder of the year visitors are welcome to visit the Cathedral on their own from Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm.
*The cornerstone was laid on October 15, 1845 and final construction was completed in 1853.
*Original plans called for a twin tower design, but soaring construction costs led to the choice of a single tower.
*On July 3, 1911, lightning struck the Cathedral and the resulting fire gutted the spire and resulted in the bells melting and falling to the earth.
*Christ Church Cathedral is the home of Little Ben, a working model for Big Ben in London, England.
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Christ Church Cathedral
150 Church StChrist Church Cathedral sits in grand style, a pinnacle of beauty, near the banks of the Saint John River, presiding over the city of Fredericton. Built under the authority of Bishop John Medley between 1845 and 1853, it is now a National Historic Site. Tour the grounds and the cathedral and stand in awe of the stained glass and Gothic Revival architectural elements of the building.
*Stop in to the Cathedral at noon on Fridays during the summer to enjoy the Summer Recital Series (Freewill Offering)
*Free guided tours of Christ Church Cathedral are available during July and August, Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm. During the remainder of the year visitors are welcome to visit the Cathedral on their own from Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm.
*The cornerstone was laid on October 15, 1845 and final construction was completed in 1853.
*Original plans called for a twin tower design, but soaring construction costs led to the choice of a single tower.
*On July 3, 1911, lightning struck the Cathedral and the resulting fire gutted the spire and resulted in the bells melting and falling to the earth.
*Christ Church Cathedral is the home of Little Ben, a working model for Big Ben in London, England.
Fredericton's City Hall, built in 1876, is the oldest one still in use in the Maritimes. Visitors are welcomed to the City at the Visitor Information Centre located in the lobby, and can tour the Council Chamber, see the restored clockworks and a series of commemorative tapestries which are on permanent display.
*Until 1952, the square in front of the building was used as a public farmer's market.
*During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the 2nd floor was used as an Opera House, and was the entertainment center of the city.
*The clock is hand wound every day. The hands are 8 ft. long and made out of copper.
*In 2013, the fountain in front of City Hall was restored to its original 3-tiered height. The cherub atop the fountain is affectionately known by locals as 'Freddy the Nude Dude', although his formal title is 'Putto with Fish'.
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Fredericton City Hall
397 Queen StFredericton's City Hall, built in 1876, is the oldest one still in use in the Maritimes. Visitors are welcomed to the City at the Visitor Information Centre located in the lobby, and can tour the Council Chamber, see the restored clockworks and a series of commemorative tapestries which are on permanent display.
*Until 1952, the square in front of the building was used as a public farmer's market.
*During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the 2nd floor was used as an Opera House, and was the entertainment center of the city.
*The clock is hand wound every day. The hands are 8 ft. long and made out of copper.
*In 2013, the fountain in front of City Hall was restored to its original 3-tiered height. The cherub atop the fountain is affectionately known by locals as 'Freddy the Nude Dude', although his formal title is 'Putto with Fish'.
Museums
The Beaverbrook Art Gallery houses one of Canada’s most impressive and varied art collections. Throughout the International Wing, you’ll find the Gallery’s collection of masterworks by artists such as Lucian Freud, J. M.W. Turner, and Eugène Boudin, while in the Canadian and Atlantic Galleries, you can see works by Mary Pratt, Emily Carr, Bruno Bobak and Molly Lamb Bobak, as well as the Wolastoqiyik Grandfather Akwiten canoe.
Must-see: Explore the expanded pavilion, where you’ll find soaring, 20-foot ceilings and vistas of Fredericton’s natural beauty among the art, culminating in a breathtaking view of Salvador Dali’s 4-metre-tall Santiago el Grande in its very own Gallery space.
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Beaverbrook Art Gallery
703 Queen StThe Beaverbrook Art Gallery houses one of Canada’s most impressive and varied art collections. Throughout the International Wing, you’ll find the Gallery’s collection of masterworks by artists such as Lucian Freud, J. M.W. Turner, and Eugène Boudin, while in the Canadian and Atlantic Galleries, you can see works by Mary Pratt, Emily Carr, Bruno Bobak and Molly Lamb Bobak, as well as the Wolastoqiyik Grandfather Akwiten canoe.
Must-see: Explore the expanded pavilion, where you’ll find soaring, 20-foot ceilings and vistas of Fredericton’s natural beauty among the art, culminating in a breathtaking view of Salvador Dali’s 4-metre-tall Santiago el Grande in its very own Gallery space.
What would you miss most from your 21st century life if you were suddenly transported back in time nearly 200 years? 35 km West of Fredericton lays a world where history comes to life. This open air museum offers over 40 exhibits, horseback riding, hands-on workshops, dining, shopping, as well as a 19th century village full of costumed characters, farm animals and their incredible stories.
Don’t be surprised when you’re asked to roll up your sleeves and pitch in. Try your hand at heritage gardening; milk the cow; or maybe even fire a musket. Whatever you get up to at Kings Landing, you can be sure you’re making a little history of your own!
*The heritage buildings at Kings Landing were relocated to the site from other Saint John River Valley locations prior to the construction of the Mactaquac Hydroelectric Dam in the late 60s. Most were moved by flatbed, barge or ice.
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New Brunswick Kings Landing
5804 NB-102What would you miss most from your 21st century life if you were suddenly transported back in time nearly 200 years? 35 km West of Fredericton lays a world where history comes to life. This open air museum offers over 40 exhibits, horseback riding, hands-on workshops, dining, shopping, as well as a 19th century village full of costumed characters, farm animals and their incredible stories.
Don’t be surprised when you’re asked to roll up your sleeves and pitch in. Try your hand at heritage gardening; milk the cow; or maybe even fire a musket. Whatever you get up to at Kings Landing, you can be sure you’re making a little history of your own!
*The heritage buildings at Kings Landing were relocated to the site from other Saint John River Valley locations prior to the construction of the Mactaquac Hydroelectric Dam in the late 60s. Most were moved by flatbed, barge or ice.
Situated in Fredericton's historic downtown, Gallery 78 boasts the broadest selection of fine art in Eastern Canada.
While focusing primarily on the artists of Atlantic Canada with an emphasis on New Brunswick, both established and emerging artists are represented in painting, sculpture, print and fine craft. Native and Acadian art are also featured.
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Gallery 78
796 Queen StSituated in Fredericton's historic downtown, Gallery 78 boasts the broadest selection of fine art in Eastern Canada.
While focusing primarily on the artists of Atlantic Canada with an emphasis on New Brunswick, both established and emerging artists are represented in painting, sculpture, print and fine craft. Native and Acadian art are also featured.
This building was centre-stage for the frustrations, fears and intrigues, which culminated in the union of British North America. It was here that Lieutenant Governor, Sir Arthur Hamilton Gordon, worked with pro-confederation advocates in Canada, as well as New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, to bring about our entry into Confederation. This National and Provincial Historic Site, built in 1828, is a place of history, culture, art and excellence. Open to the public regularly, Government House is a museum, gallery, heritage site and community resource.
*Government House is the official residence and place of work for New Brunswick's Lieutenant-Governor.
*Free guided tours available from June to end of August, Monday to Saturdays (10am-4pm), or by appointment.
Tour dates and times may vary without notice, please call ahead.
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Government House
51 Woodstock RdThis building was centre-stage for the frustrations, fears and intrigues, which culminated in the union of British North America. It was here that Lieutenant Governor, Sir Arthur Hamilton Gordon, worked with pro-confederation advocates in Canada, as well as New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, to bring about our entry into Confederation. This National and Provincial Historic Site, built in 1828, is a place of history, culture, art and excellence. Open to the public regularly, Government House is a museum, gallery, heritage site and community resource.
*Government House is the official residence and place of work for New Brunswick's Lieutenant-Governor.
*Free guided tours available from June to end of August, Monday to Saturdays (10am-4pm), or by appointment.
Tour dates and times may vary without notice, please call ahead.
Inside the one-time Officers' Quarters, the history of the City of Fredericton and surrounding area is interpreted in an engaging manner in several exhibition spaces, including exhibitions on the Aboriginal, Acadian and Loyalist inhabitants of the area, and more.
There's something for kids too check out the books, puzzles, and colouring stations throughout the museum, or learn about what it was like for a family to start a new life after the American Revolution at Tea with Hannah (appropriate for children and adults).
The museum is also home to the world famous 42-pound legend, The Coleman Frog.
July to August, daily 10am–5pm. April to June & September to November, Tuesday to Saturday 1–4pm. December to April by appointment or by chance. Office staff available year-round, weekdays from 9am–5pm.
Group Tours (French and English) can be arranged in advance. First floor wheelchair accessible.
Admission: $3/students, $6/adults, $15/family. Children under 6 free.
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Fredericton Region Museum
571 Queen StInside the one-time Officers' Quarters, the history of the City of Fredericton and surrounding area is interpreted in an engaging manner in several exhibition spaces, including exhibitions on the Aboriginal, Acadian and Loyalist inhabitants of the area, and more.
There's something for kids too check out the books, puzzles, and colouring stations throughout the museum, or learn about what it was like for a family to start a new life after the American Revolution at Tea with Hannah (appropriate for children and adults).
The museum is also home to the world famous 42-pound legend, The Coleman Frog.
July to August, daily 10am–5pm. April to June & September to November, Tuesday to Saturday 1–4pm. December to April by appointment or by chance. Office staff available year-round, weekdays from 9am–5pm.
Group Tours (French and English) can be arranged in advance. First floor wheelchair accessible.
Admission: $3/students, $6/adults, $15/family. Children under 6 free.
Where Legends Live! Come in and experience the latest in interactive technology within the walls of splendid 19th century architecture. A fun experience for all ages, make it a family destination and GIVE IT YOUR BEST SHOT, testing your skills on the 5-in-1 interactive virtual sports system - one of a kind in NB!
Be inspired as you WALK THROUGH SPORTS HISTORY and enjoy our permanent exhibits and hallways, or Honour a Legend in our shrine area.
The NB Sports Hall of Fame offers a fun and educational experience, making it a one of a kind destination in Fredericton.
Hours vary by season. Guided tours available in both official languages. Visit their website for further details.
New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame
503 Queen StWhere Legends Live! Come in and experience the latest in interactive technology within the walls of splendid 19th century architecture. A fun experience for all ages, make it a family destination and GIVE IT YOUR BEST SHOT, testing your skills on the 5-in-1 interactive virtual sports system - one of a kind in NB!
Be inspired as you WALK THROUGH SPORTS HISTORY and enjoy our permanent exhibits and hallways, or Honour a Legend in our shrine area.
The NB Sports Hall of Fame offers a fun and educational experience, making it a one of a kind destination in Fredericton.
Hours vary by season. Guided tours available in both official languages. Visit their website for further details.
Celebrating 20+ years of serving the community & visitors alike with fine art & crafts from all over the Maritimes. Over 60 different artists with a focus on New Brunswick.
A must see collection of products including pottery, jewellery, woodworking, glass works & textiles. Featuring the Tin floral arrangements of owner & metal smith John Welling.
Botinicals
610 Queen StCelebrating 20+ years of serving the community & visitors alike with fine art & crafts from all over the Maritimes. Over 60 different artists with a focus on New Brunswick.
A must see collection of products including pottery, jewellery, woodworking, glass works & textiles. Featuring the Tin floral arrangements of owner & metal smith John Welling.
Curious about Canada's wetlands? This is a great way to learn all about regional habitats. This beautiful building sits alongside the Saint John River and is home to great interactive displays, live animals (the resident turtle) and some very enthusiastic staff ready to answer all your questions!
Ducks Unlimited Conservation Centre
752 Union StCurious about Canada's wetlands? This is a great way to learn all about regional habitats. This beautiful building sits alongside the Saint John River and is home to great interactive displays, live animals (the resident turtle) and some very enthusiastic staff ready to answer all your questions!
Food scene
Nowhere else in Fredericton can you experience a traditional 'cultural market' while shopping for such a wide selection of goods and services, ranging from international crafts, local delicacies or enjoy a delicious meal, featuring local and international foods. This vibrant market brings different cultures from around the world together under one roof.
The Cultural Market
435 King StNowhere else in Fredericton can you experience a traditional 'cultural market' while shopping for such a wide selection of goods and services, ranging from international crafts, local delicacies or enjoy a delicious meal, featuring local and international foods. This vibrant market brings different cultures from around the world together under one roof.
Named after New Brunswick's most celebrated rogue, the Lunar Rogue Pub offers a variety of products on tap, high quality wines, cocktail favourites, and over 500 Single Malts and Premium Blends, as well as delicious food and a quality atmosphere.
Named a 'Great Whisky Bar of the World' by Whisky Magazine, this local pub is a must stop.
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The Lunar Rogue Pub
625 King StNamed after New Brunswick's most celebrated rogue, the Lunar Rogue Pub offers a variety of products on tap, high quality wines, cocktail favourites, and over 500 Single Malts and Premium Blends, as well as delicious food and a quality atmosphere.
Named a 'Great Whisky Bar of the World' by Whisky Magazine, this local pub is a must stop.
With an English-style pub atmosphere, Snooty Fox serves a variety of local and English pub classics. Check out their weekly specials, such as wing nights, and their Live Music Mondays.
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Snooty Fox
66 Regent StWith an English-style pub atmosphere, Snooty Fox serves a variety of local and English pub classics. Check out their weekly specials, such as wing nights, and their Live Music Mondays.
Visit Picaroons’ downtown location to watch the microbrewery process, sample new brews, fill up your very own 64 oz Growler with your favourite Picaroons’ Ale, or pick up any of Picaroons many styles in 500 ml bottles.
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Picaroons Traditional Ales
912 Union StVisit Picaroons’ downtown location to watch the microbrewery process, sample new brews, fill up your very own 64 oz Growler with your favourite Picaroons’ Ale, or pick up any of Picaroons many styles in 500 ml bottles.
Sláinte! Hold up a drink and enjoy some of the best local toe-tapping music at Dolan's Pub. An Irish pub, Dolan's has a full dinner menu and finger foods, as well as domestic and imported draught and bottled drinks.
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Dolan's Pub
349 King StSláinte! Hold up a drink and enjoy some of the best local toe-tapping music at Dolan's Pub. An Irish pub, Dolan's has a full dinner menu and finger foods, as well as domestic and imported draught and bottled drinks.
With a wide variety of organic and local vegetables, natural ingredients, gluten-free options, natural cosmetics and more, the goal of Aura Whole Foods is to help Fredericton choose healthy and delicious options for nutritional and other health purposes.
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Aura Whole Foods
199 Westmorland StWith a wide variety of organic and local vegetables, natural ingredients, gluten-free options, natural cosmetics and more, the goal of Aura Whole Foods is to help Fredericton choose healthy and delicious options for nutritional and other health purposes.
Carleton Street | Thursdays 4:30pm to 9:00pm, June 20th to September 5th
Located in the old British military garrison, on the newly renovated portion of Carleton Street, the Garrison Night Market will feature local and imported handmade products, art, craft & design, clothing, locally-grown farm products, local microbrews, ciders & spirits, youth entrepreneurs, buskers, and, of course, food. A stage set up near the 104th Regiment of Foot pedway will host local musical entertainment adding to the festive atmosphere. The street will come alive with street vendors, busker entertainment, theatre and musical performances! This outdoor market will take place rain or shine.
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Garrison Night Market
11 Rue Carleton StCarleton Street | Thursdays 4:30pm to 9:00pm, June 20th to September 5th
Located in the old British military garrison, on the newly renovated portion of Carleton Street, the Garrison Night Market will feature local and imported handmade products, art, craft & design, clothing, locally-grown farm products, local microbrews, ciders & spirits, youth entrepreneurs, buskers, and, of course, food. A stage set up near the 104th Regiment of Foot pedway will host local musical entertainment adding to the festive atmosphere. The street will come alive with street vendors, busker entertainment, theatre and musical performances! This outdoor market will take place rain or shine.
311 Saint Mary’s Street | Saturdays 9am-4pm, Sundays 10am-4pm
You’ll find yourself among friends, artisans and comfortable surroundings at this Northside weekend hot spot. Open Saturdays and Sundays, The Northside Market has multiple food vendors, produce and meat suppliers and a variety of other products on offer each weekend.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Northside Market
311 Saint Mary’s Street | Saturdays 9am-4pm, Sundays 10am-4pm
You’ll find yourself among friends, artisans and comfortable surroundings at this Northside weekend hot spot. Open Saturdays and Sundays, The Northside Market has multiple food vendors, produce and meat suppliers and a variety of other products on offer each weekend.
With dishes prepared fresh in an open kitchen atmosphere, The Palate's menu ranges from European cuisine to fine desserts.
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The Palate
462 Queen StWith dishes prepared fresh in an open kitchen atmosphere, The Palate's menu ranges from European cuisine to fine desserts.
Enjoy the casual atmosphere and spectacular view of the Saint John River at this casually elegant restaurant, located in the Delta Fredericton.
The Dip Pool Bar & Grill
225 Woodstock RdEnjoy the casual atmosphere and spectacular view of the Saint John River at this casually elegant restaurant, located in the Delta Fredericton.
540 Kitchen & Bar features creative signature dishes of fresh seafood, mouth-watering steaks, and comfort food with a twist.
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540 Kitchen & Bar Gastropub
540 Queen St540 Kitchen & Bar features creative signature dishes of fresh seafood, mouth-watering steaks, and comfort food with a twist.
Brewbakers' award-winning chefs specialize in unique dishes featuring a selection of local and seasonally inspired creations, as well as international classics.
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BrewBakers
546 King StBrewbakers' award-winning chefs specialize in unique dishes featuring a selection of local and seasonally inspired creations, as well as international classics.
Recognized by Huffington Post as one of the 20 best Bakeries in Canada! Chess Piece specializes in fine desserts, pastries and lunch fare, with an assortment of espressos, teas, coffees, tarts, éclairs, and more.
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Chess Piece Pâtisserie
361 Queen StRecognized by Huffington Post as one of the 20 best Bakeries in Canada! Chess Piece specializes in fine desserts, pastries and lunch fare, with an assortment of espressos, teas, coffees, tarts, éclairs, and more.
This little Greek restaurant is tucked away in the Tannery and specializes in big portions of simple, tasty Mediterranean fare.
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Dimitri's
349 King StThis little Greek restaurant is tucked away in the Tannery and specializes in big portions of simple, tasty Mediterranean fare.
Handcrafted ales, a delicious menu, and fresh East Coast oysters in the signature warm and welcoming atmosphere you’ll find at any Gahan House location across the maritimes.
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Gahan House Riverside
426 Queen StHandcrafted ales, a delicious menu, and fresh East Coast oysters in the signature warm and welcoming atmosphere you’ll find at any Gahan House location across the maritimes.
Isaac's Way serves comfort food with a twist. Its creative atmosphere filled with colourful local art and warm friendly service makes this restaurant a community gathering spot.
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Isaac's Way
649 Queen StIsaac's Way serves comfort food with a twist. Its creative atmosphere filled with colourful local art and warm friendly service makes this restaurant a community gathering spot.
Moco downtown has been created to embrace the Italian culture of life revolving around food. Meals are meant to be delicious and a time to reflect and share with family and friends.
Fresh ingredients served up in a simple and tasty fashion in a cozy, inviting warm atmosphere.
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MOCO Downtown
100 Regent StMoco downtown has been created to embrace the Italian culture of life revolving around food. Meals are meant to be delicious and a time to reflect and share with family and friends.
Fresh ingredients served up in a simple and tasty fashion in a cozy, inviting warm atmosphere.
This pizzeria offers pizza, subs, salads, and dont forget to try their specialty cream cheese stuffed crust.
New England Pizza Company
612 Union StThis pizzeria offers pizza, subs, salads, and dont forget to try their specialty cream cheese stuffed crust.
Located on Lincoln Rd., Papa Georgio's & Old Salty's Fish & Chips has been serving pizza and fish and chips for 20 years.
Papa Georgio's Pizza
1850 Lincoln RdLocated on Lincoln Rd., Papa Georgio's & Old Salty's Fish & Chips has been serving pizza and fish and chips for 20 years.
Feast on your passion for the game as well as great food at Canadas only Sam Snead's. With a wide array of sports décor and memorabilia, their menu features food grilled with locally-cured oak, including the freshest seafood, pork, ribs, and chicken.
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Sam Snead's
1700 Kingswood WayFeast on your passion for the game as well as great food at Canadas only Sam Snead's. With a wide array of sports décor and memorabilia, their menu features food grilled with locally-cured oak, including the freshest seafood, pork, ribs, and chicken.
An intimate café specializing in Belgian waffles, specialty teas and coffees, sundaes, sweet and savoury crêpes, as well as breakfast and lunch dishes.
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Sweet Belgian Desire
23 Ashton CtAn intimate café specializing in Belgian waffles, specialty teas and coffees, sundaes, sweet and savoury crêpes, as well as breakfast and lunch dishes.
With more than 30 cool and funky flavours, the donut bar makes fresh donuts daily, with multiple flavours offered every day.
Try flavours such as Cookie Monster and Electric Mint, it’s the ultimate treat paired with their cold or hot brewed coffee.
The Donut Bar
346 Queen StWith more than 30 cool and funky flavours, the donut bar makes fresh donuts daily, with multiple flavours offered every day.
Try flavours such as Cookie Monster and Electric Mint, it’s the ultimate treat paired with their cold or hot brewed coffee.
Enjoy a variety of German and European cuisine, freshly made every day, including homemade bread, Spätzle, schnitzels and more.
The Schnitzel Parlour
304 Union StEnjoy a variety of German and European cuisine, freshly made every day, including homemade bread, Spätzle, schnitzels and more.
Leisure
With over 250 feet of water slides, vortex sprays, a toddler pool and slide, and a heated leisure pool, Hartt Island RV Resort & Water Park is a great way to have some family fun and cool off on a hot day.
Not looking to get wet? Check out Mini Golf at Hartt Island, where you can meet Pinocchio, shoot through a windmill, and don't forget to watch out for the dinosaurs and make sure they don't steal your ball!
Hartt Island RV Resort
2475 Woodstock RdWith over 250 feet of water slides, vortex sprays, a toddler pool and slide, and a heated leisure pool, Hartt Island RV Resort & Water Park is a great way to have some family fun and cool off on a hot day.
Not looking to get wet? Check out Mini Golf at Hartt Island, where you can meet Pinocchio, shoot through a windmill, and don't forget to watch out for the dinosaurs and make sure they don't steal your ball!
Wilmot Park boasts immaculate lawns, walking trails, lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, lawn bowling, a play park and more. Once the location of the Government House gardens, the park is a perfect spot for a picnic, or to enjoy the outdoors.
It is also home to the Wilmot Park Splash Pad.
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Wilmot Park
15 Saunders StWilmot Park boasts immaculate lawns, walking trails, lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, lawn bowling, a play park and more. Once the location of the Government House gardens, the park is a perfect spot for a picnic, or to enjoy the outdoors.
It is also home to the Wilmot Park Splash Pad.
Atlantic Canada’s Largest Family Entertainment Centre featuring a 45 foot long inflatable obstacle course, 21 foot high playclimber, lazer tag, arcade games, 30 lanes of candlepin bowling, food court with Pizza Hut Express, fitness & gymnastics centre, 18 hole signature golf course, 9 hole executive golf course, 25 km groomed cross country ski trails, and Sam Snead’s Oak Grill & Tavern. Stay on site at the new Kingswood Radisson Hotel & Suites overlooking the pond on the beautiful golf course. Open year-round.
Stay on site at the new Kingswood Radisson Hotel & Suites overlooking the award winning Kingswood Golf Course.
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Centro de Entretenimiento Kingswood
1700 Kingswood WayAtlantic Canada’s Largest Family Entertainment Centre featuring a 45 foot long inflatable obstacle course, 21 foot high playclimber, lazer tag, arcade games, 30 lanes of candlepin bowling, food court with Pizza Hut Express, fitness & gymnastics centre, 18 hole signature golf course, 9 hole executive golf course, 25 km groomed cross country ski trails, and Sam Snead’s Oak Grill & Tavern. Stay on site at the new Kingswood Radisson Hotel & Suites overlooking the pond on the beautiful golf course. Open year-round.
Stay on site at the new Kingswood Radisson Hotel & Suites overlooking the award winning Kingswood Golf Course.
Create your own masterpiece at New Brunswick’s first paint your own pottery studio. Clay Café offers the perfect opportunity to relax in a café-like atmosphere, while also getting the creative juices flowing. With over 300 pieces of pottery to choose from and no experience necessary, Clay Café makes for a fun family day of painting.
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Clay Cafe Fredericton
356 Queen StCreate your own masterpiece at New Brunswick’s first paint your own pottery studio. Clay Café offers the perfect opportunity to relax in a café-like atmosphere, while also getting the creative juices flowing. With over 300 pieces of pottery to choose from and no experience necessary, Clay Café makes for a fun family day of painting.
Fun, freedom and personal reward are what TreeGo is all about. The aerial adventure courses offer a diverse and exciting experience within the comfort of knowing that you’re attached to continuous safety cables. TreeGo courses are designed for your pleasure in a unique outdoor environment. TreeGo’s self-managed courses for children, teens and adults allow you to move through a series of surprises and progressively challenging tree-to-tree activities. With multiple activities in a course, you decide how far and how fast to exerciseyour agility, endurance and confidence.
Childrens course (age 7 – 11, height requirement of reaching 4’7”)
Adults course (age 11+, height requirement of reaching 5’11”)
Weight limit 265lbs
Mid-April to late October.
Reservations are required and can be made online at www.treegomactaquac.ca
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Treego Mactaquac
1439 New Brunswick 105Fun, freedom and personal reward are what TreeGo is all about. The aerial adventure courses offer a diverse and exciting experience within the comfort of knowing that you’re attached to continuous safety cables. TreeGo courses are designed for your pleasure in a unique outdoor environment. TreeGo’s self-managed courses for children, teens and adults allow you to move through a series of surprises and progressively challenging tree-to-tree activities. With multiple activities in a course, you decide how far and how fast to exerciseyour agility, endurance and confidence.
Childrens course (age 7 – 11, height requirement of reaching 4’7”)
Adults course (age 11+, height requirement of reaching 5’11”)
Weight limit 265lbs
Mid-April to late October.
Reservations are required and can be made online at www.treegomactaquac.ca
With a newly renovated children's space, the Fredericton Public Library offers lots of family-friendly activities and events, including storytime for children, kids' book clubs, puzzles, games, movies and more!
Conveniently located in downtown Fredericton, the Fredericton Public Library offers a great way to get indoors and spend some quiet time.
Fredericton Public Library
12 Rue Carleton StWith a newly renovated children's space, the Fredericton Public Library offers lots of family-friendly activities and events, including storytime for children, kids' book clubs, puzzles, games, movies and more!
Conveniently located in downtown Fredericton, the Fredericton Public Library offers a great way to get indoors and spend some quiet time.
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After 5pm on weekdays and 24/7 on the weekends, all street parking in the city is free
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For a full list of restuarants, things to see and do and the top 10 day trips from Fredericton make sure to check out the brochure in your room!