About
Major port city in New Brunswick, Canada's oldest incorporated city, located at the mouth of the Saint John River on the Bay of Fundy.
Saint John is a major port city in New Brunswick, Canada, set at the mouth of the Saint John River where it meets the Bay of Fundy. It is the oldest incorporated city in Canada, and that long civic history gives its streets and waterfront a character of their own.
What a visit offers
- The harbour and river mouth. The city's position on the water is what shapes it, and walking along the waterfront is a natural way to see the port at work and the broad sweep of the river meeting the bay.
- The Bay of Fundy. Saint John's location on this bay connects the city to one of the most talked-about coastal landscapes in eastern Canada.
- Heritage. As Canada's oldest incorporated city, Saint John carries a sense of age that many visitors find distinctive in the Canadian east.
Planning your trip
Saint John suits travellers who enjoy a working port city with a strong connection to its river and bay. It is a good base for exploring the wider province of New Brunswick, and its waterfront makes a comfortable setting for an unhurried day. Check the current details of any attraction you plan to visit before you go, as opening arrangements can change.
