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New Brunswick
Coastal province with rich Acadian culture
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About New Brunswick
New Brunswick offers a unique blend of rugged Atlantic coastlines and historic Acadian heritage, providing a distinct travel experience within Canada. Visitors can explore diverse landscapes ranging from the Bay of Fundy's dramatic tides to the dense forests of the northern interior.
Located in Eastern Canada, New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province, bordering the provinces of Quebec and Nova Scotia, and the US state of Maine. The province is characterized by its rugged coastline, where the Bay of Fundy holds the world's highest tidal ranges, and its dense, forested interior. Major urban centers include Moncton, the province's largest city and a key transportation hub nicknamed "Hub City" for its role in Maritime rail and transport, and Fredericton, the capital located along the Saint John River. Saint John, a historic port and Canada's oldest incorporated city, anchors the Bay of Fundy coast. Key attractions include the Bay of Fundy's unique tidal phenomena, the historic Acadian communities, and the vibrant arts scene in Fredericton. Travelers can explore the province's natural beauty through hiking in the Appalachian Mountains, walking the ocean floor at low tide at Hopewell Rocks, visiting Fundy National Park, and experiencing the local culture. The best time to visit is during the summer months from June to September for warm weather and outdoor activities, or in the fall to witness the spectacular foliage. Access is primarily via the Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport, the province's busiest, with car rental being the most convenient way to explore the diverse landscapes and rural areas.Where to go in New Brunswick
What to see
Moncton · Natural Wonders
Kinsmen Park
Kinsmen Park in Moncton, New Brunswick, is a neighbourhood green space of the kind that fills out a city’s network of pa...
Moncton · Natural Wonders
Riverfront Trails
Paved trail along the Petitcodiac River
Moncton · Educational Sites
Acadian Museum
The story of the Acadians is one of the most remarkable in the history of Canada, and the Acadian Museum in Moncton tell...
Moncton · Food & Markets
Downtown Moncton (Main Street)
Downtown Moncton is the commercial and civic centre of New Brunswick’s largest bilingual city, and Main Street is its ba...
Moncton · Culture & Leisure
Magic Mountain Water Park
Atlantic Canada's largest man-made water park in Moncton
Moncton · Natural Wonders
Magnetic Hill
Gravity hill optical illusion in Moncton, NB
Moncton · Coastal & Maritime
Petitcodiac Tides
Tidal bore wave on Petitcodiac River in Moncton
Moncton · History & Heritage
Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral
Acadian cathedral in Moncton, New Brunswick
Moncton · Architecture
Thomas Williams House And Meeting House
1883 Victorian mansion and meeting house in Moncton
Stories and tips
· 8 min read
What Is New Brunswick Known For? 9 Things to Know Before You Visit
Fundy tides, Hopewell Rocks, Acadian culture, lobster, covered bridges and Canada's only bilingual province
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Travelling Canada by Train: VIA Rail Routes and Scenic Journeys Compared
A comparison of Canada's main passenger train options, from VIA Rail's Quebec City–Windsor Corridor and the Ocean to Halifax to The Canadian across the country and the Rocky Mountaineer.