An Outdoor Grown-Up Getaway

Day One

Morning

Explore the parks or trails in our region with In Step Adventures. Tailored to your difficulty level and interests, In Step Adventures will guide you along a snowshoe adventure or winter hike through Acadian forests, ocean beaches, or lookouts over the towering Bay of Fundy cliffs. Be sure to book your excursion in advance!

Lunch

After your morning adventures, enjoy lunch at one of the bars or restaurants in Saint John – Britt’s Pub, LebanOn The Go, Peppers Pub, Mimimi, or Taste of Egypt are all great options!

Afternoon

No visit to Saint John is complete without a visit to Reversing Falls Rapids, one of the most famous Bay of Fundy attractions. Bundle up and walk along the Harbour Passage Trail to make your way to the falls. Watch the powerful tidal action from the trail lookout or Fallsview Park, or head up the Skywalk and capture stunning winter views from above. We promise this is an experience you won’t find anywhere else on Earth. 

To have the best experience possible, be sure to plan ahead! The Reversing Falls phenomenon is best viewed at high or low tide, when more activity is taking place in the water, including, rapids, whirlpools, and white water. Check out our Tide Tables to find the best times to visit during your stay.

After, treat yourself to dinner to cheers to a long day - Cask and Kettle, Gahan House, and the Saint John Ale House are all nearby, offering unique local bites and brews to try.

Day Two

Morning

Spend your morning discovering the history or art of uptown Saint John! Visit our Saint John City Market Welcome Centre to pick up a copy of our Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour or Self-Guided Art in Public Places Walking Tour and start exploring (or download your own copy online!). Learn about the history of our urban centre, discover hidden public art, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Bay of Fundy.

Along the way, take some time to stop into the shops and stores of uptown. Find the freshest styles and unique finds at Lordon, InPursuit, Heartbreak Boutique, Hats on the Square or Cricket Cove.

In need of a caffeine boost mid-morning? Stop in at Java Moose, The Bubbly Cup, or Catapult Coffee for a warm drink to fuel your journeys.

Lunch

For lunch, head back to the Saint John City Market and enjoy your choice of meal from any of the vendors. Maybe you’ll try Katsu Balls from Katsubi Japanese Fusion, a Poke Bowl from The Wild Carrot Café, or your favourite type of sandwich from Jeremiah’s.

Afternoon

Keep a leisurely pace and treat yourself to an afternoon spa day at La Bella Cabane in Kingston. At La Belle Cabane, there are two private spa pods – The Beaver Pod and The Bigfoot Pod. Both pods are self-guided and completely private thermal spas. Start with the dry or steam sauna, soak in the hot tub, rest on the heated stone bed or by the fire, and complete your stay by spending time in the salt room. Be sure to book you visit in advance!

Dinner

Afterwards, head out for dinner. You can’t go wrong with your choice of place – Saint John Ale House, Uptown Pub Down Under, Splash Thai Cuisine, Thandi or Italian By Night are great options to start with.

If you want to keep the adventure going after supper, enjoy a nightcap before calling it a day. Try a fancy cocktail or mocktail at Kakuteru; enjoy a fun musical atmosphere at the Five and Dime; sip on your favourite wine at Happinez Wine Bar; grab a pint at Picaroons or Wasted Day, or enjoy a café/bar mixed atmosphere at Haven Music Hall.