Fall in Love with #SJTownsByTheBay

October 05, 2022


Looking for some autumn-themed bay-cation inspiration? Whether you're in search of a new favorite café, wanting to learn more about our happening history, or seeking out the perfect spot to capture the changing colors, there's something for everyone to discover.

Cozy Cafés

Saint John & the Towns by the Bay are home to a variety of coffee shops and cafés to keep you warm as the air gets cooler. Bring the whole family, grab a friend, or escape with your favourite book to any one of the cozy cafés in our region. Browse the list of cafés in our region here.

Historic Tours

Not only is Saint John steeped in a rich history of architecture and renowned "firsts", but the surrounding communities have unique histories of their own to share. Bundle up and spend an afternoon or two on a historic walking tour, or jump in the car and journey throughout Saint John & the Towns by the Bay to explore even more.

 

  1. Historic Churches and Cemeteries
  2. Saint John Fundy Heritage Zone 
  3. First Nations Storytellers Walking Tours
  4. Three Historic Uptown Walking Tours
  5. Fernhill Cemetery Walking Tour
  6. Hampton Historic Homes Walking Tour
  7. St. Martins Self-Guided Walking Tour
  8. Grand Bay-Westfield Municipal Heritage Trail

Public Art Tours

Public art abounds throughout Saint John & the Towns by the Bay, and is meant to be enjoyed all year round! Is a historic tour not exactly your style? Check out one of our public art tours instead:

 

  1. Art in Public Places Walking Tour
  2. International Sculpture Trail
  3. Quilt Barn Tour

 

Want to plan a tour of your own? Use these ever-growing lists of public art and galleries!

Fall Foliage & Outdoor Adventure

Any fall visit to Saint John & the Towns by the Bay must include some time outside. Plan to explore any one of our hiking trails and take time to experience the fall foliage along the way. Our region offers a variety of great hiking experiences for different skill levels, all of which are sure to have views that will take your breath away this time of year.

 

Need more convincing? Check out these fall photos for some inspiration you'll fall for. 

Reconnaissance du territoire

La région de Saint John est située sur le territoire traditionnel et non cédé des nations Wolastoqiyik, Mi’Kmaq et Peskotomuhkati. Ce territoire est couvert par des traités de paix et d’amitié conclus avec la Couronne britannique au cours des années 1700. Les traités ne cédaient ni le territoire ni les ressources, mais reconnaissaient les titres des Wolastoqiyik, des Mi’Kmaq et des Peskotomuhkati, en plus d’établir les règles pour ce qui se voulait une relation durable entre nations. 

Envision Saint John : l’agence de croissance régionale rend hommage aux aînés, passés et présents, et aux descendants de ce territoire, et s’engage à aller de l’avant dans un esprit de vérité, de collaboration et de réconciliation.