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Tours & Experiences
Need some ideas on how to explore Atlantic Canada’s Riverfront Capital?
The following pages are packed with suggestions. Pick one or do them all!
Wabanaki Tree Spirit Tours
Odell Park, Waggoners Ln. Come learn the ways of the Wabanaki and about the bounty in our local forests. Embark on a medicine walk with the mother and son team of Cecelia & Anthony Brooks through the Old Growth Forest of Odell Park where they will share their knowledge of medicinal plants, wild foods, Wabanaki history, culture, stories and values. A culinary experience and workshops can be added to your tour. Book by emailing wabanakitreespirit@gmail.com. Call or text 506-461-6806; Facebook/wabanakitreespirit
Guided Heritage Walking Tours FREE
Historically-costumed guides entertain you with local history and folklore on a free, 1-hour walking tour of downtown Fredericton’s historic sites. See the Historic Garrison District, the Old Public Burial Ground, the Provincial Legislative Building, and former homes of famous Frederictonians. All tours depart from City Hall. Large groups and special tours may be arranged year-round, for a fee, by calling The Calithumpians at 506-457-1975; calithumpians.com The Wolastoq Tour Boat & Charter
Regent Street Wharf A scenic cruise on the majestic Wolastoq River is a relaxing way to see the city. Public and private tours are available. Public Boat Cruises: Weather permitting, cruise departure times vary during season, please call to confirm. Private boat cruises available; please contact for details. 506-471-8680; 506-472-9956; 506-471-1097 wolastoqboattours.com Second Nature Outdoors – Small Craft Aquatic Centre
63 Brunswick St. Truly get in touch with nature with the many programs offered through Second Nature Outdoors. Rent a kayak, canoe, stand-up paddleboard or bike by the hour or the day! Join them for a guided tour down the river or along the trail. This is really what being unplugged is all about! June – September, hours vary. 506-460-2260; secondnatureoutdoors.com Science East Science Shows
668 Brunswick Street Science East Science Centre is open yearround. Summertime brings daily science shows at 11am & 2pm and Atlantic Canada’s only outdoor science playground—complete with life-size replica of a galleon ship, giant Jenga and chess, a human gyroscope ride, and much more! Free with general admission. 506-457-2340; scienceeast.nb.ca
Haunted Hikes
703 Queen St., Beaverbrook Art Gallery Amphitheater. Yikes! Haunted Hikes!! The Calithumpians’ signature ghost walk is the stuff of legend! Costumed guides take you on a lantern-lit tour through downtown Fredericton’s spooky, eerie areas, as you learn of local myths and legends, and encounter phantom thespians along the way! The hike is suitable for the whole family and promises spine-tingling frights and funnybone-tickling laughs. Off season and special tours can be arranged for groups. Visit calithumpians.com for more information and Facebook.com/calithumpians for cancellation notices.
Tipsy Muse Cafe
The Tipsy Muse Cafe is not only one of Fredericton’s favourite hangout spots, they offer a variety of tours throughout the year including: a Café Tour, a Foodie Tour and a Happy Hour Tour. All tours include a guide and take you on a trip around the downtown to some of the local hot spots. If you are interested in learning a bit more about the behind the scenes, book the Secrets of a Barista experience and get a hands-on lessons on how to make the perfect cup! Visit the website for more information. 86 Regent St. 506-454-8779; tipsymusecafe.ca Science East Jail Tours
Book a guided tour of the Old York County Jail (home to Science East Science Centre), which served as a prison from 1842-1996. From a planned breakout plot by an international Columbian drug cartel to a precedent-setting case of a former inmate that changed Canadian legal history forever—experienced tour guides will unveil the people, places and stories of this historic architectural treasure in downtown Fredericton. Special tours can be arranged for groups all year. 506-457-2340; scienceeast.nb.ca Lakeway Houseboat Vacations
Atlantic Canada’s only Houseboat Experience! Mactaquac Provincial Park A unique vacation experience on the Saint John River. Renting six fully equipped houseboats with a sleeping capacity of 6, 10 or 14 people. Available on a weekly, 4 day midweek or 3 day weekend basis. 1-888-452-5392; lakewayhouseboats.com
NBCCD EdVentures
Want to learn something new? Edventures offers a collection of courses in a variety of mediums from top-notch instructors from all over the Maritimes. From October to April, and in the month of July, courses take place at the New Brunswick College of Craft & Design in Downtown Fredericton, and during the rest of the summer they happen at beautiful Kings Landing. The 7-week Night Courses Series begins each October and each February. Explore your creative side with an artistic EdVenture. Edventures.ca
Great Canadian Beaver Pond Voyage FREE
Mactaquac Provincial Park An interpretive guided walk puts you in a beautiful, pristine nature reserve featuring Mactaquac Provincial Park’s remarkable chain of beaver ponds. Join in hands-on activities introducing wetland wonders nestled in our Acadian forest. Contact the park for bookings. Available June, July & August. 506-363-4747; mactaquacpark@gnb.ca
