Fredericton
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- 1
Major art gallery with Dali's Santiago El Grande
2 tips
- Check hours and free days
- Allow two hours
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- 2
Gothic revival cathedral from the 1850s
2 tips
- Free to visit
- Check service times
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- 3
Historic parade ground with summer events
2 tips
- Watch the summer guard ceremony
- Free to enter
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- 4
Provincial legislature on the riverbank
2 tips
- Free tours available
- Bring ID
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- 5
Saturday market for local food and crafts
- Tip: Go early
1 tip
- Bring cash
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- 6
Large park with an old-growth forest and trails
2 tips
- Walk the Acadian forest trails
- Visit in autumn
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- 7
Provincial park on the Saint John River reservoir
2 tips
- Beach and golf options
- Need a car
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- 8
Former lieutenant governor residence, now a heritage building
1 tip
- Check tour times
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- 9
Local history museum in Officers' Square
2 tips
- Allow an hour
- Open daily in summer
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Before you go: Fredericton tips
Transportation
- Walk downtown: Fredericton's compact downtown, Garrison District and riverfront are easy to explore on foot.
- Use the trail network: Paved multi-use trails follow the Saint John River and cross the old railway bridge, great for walking and cycling.
- Rent a car for day trips: Buses are limited, so a car helps for trips to Kings Landing or the Bay of Fundy coast.
Security
- Drive carefully in winter: Snow and ice make roads slippery, so rent a car with winter tires and allow extra time.
- Watch for wildlife on roads: Deer and moose can cross rural highways, especially at dawn and dusk.
- Mind the ice: Sidewalks can be icy in winter, so wear boots with good grip.
Saving
- Shop at the farmers market: Boyce Farmers Market on Saturday mornings is great for affordable local food and breakfast.
- Enjoy free attractions: The Garrison District, riverfront trails and some galleries and historic sites have free entry.
- Catch free summer events: Outdoor concerts and festivals in warmer months often cost nothing to attend.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for cold winters: Winters are long, snowy and very cold, so bring a heavy coat, hat, gloves and warm boots.
- Enjoy warm summers: Summers are pleasant and warm, so bring light clothes and bug spray for trails.
- Layer in autumn: Fall brings colorful foliage and cool days, so pack sweaters and a light jacket.
Cultural
- Watch the changing of the guard: In summer, costumed soldiers perform ceremonies in the Garrison District.
- Try local specialties: Look for fiddleheads in spring, maple treats and seafood from New Brunswick's coasts.
- Experience bilingual Canada: New Brunswick is officially bilingual, so you will hear both English and French.
Local Hacks
- Attend Harvest Jazz and Blues: This September festival fills downtown with music; book rooms early.
- Visit Kings Landing: This living history village west of town shows 19th-century life in New Brunswick.
- Cross the walking bridge at sunset: The Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge offers great views over the river and city.
1-day itineraries in Fredericton
Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.
Day 1 of 2
Boyce Farmers Market and around
🕘 9:30–16:45📍 6 stops
- 1Wilmot Park
- 2Boyce Farmers Market
- 3Christ Church Cathedral
- 4Officers' Square
- 5Fredericton Region Museum
- and 1 more
Day 2 of 2
Beaverbrook Art Gallery and around
🕘 9:30–14:00📍 5 stops
- 1Fredericton Playhouse
- 2Beaverbrook Art Gallery
- 3Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick
- 4Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge
- 5Old Government House