Tourist Information & Attractions, New Brunswick

New Brunswick, our home province, is more than a visit, it's an experience! For many years New Brunswick was known as the picture province. While the province no longer uses this slogan it is still appropriate. Drive off the main highway and you discover beauty that pictures cannot capture.

Information on the five scenic tourist routes throughout New Brunswick:

- River Valley Scenic Drive, where you will experience some of the most picturesque rivers and valleys.

- Fundy Costal Drive, a wonderful drive along the coast.

- Acadian Costal Drive, experience the Acadian Culture, celebrating 400 years 1604-2004. Swim in some of the warmest salt water North of Virginia.

- Miramichi River Route, offers world famous salmon fishing rivers.

- Appalachian Range Route, where you can hike the trails. Visit Mount Carleton, New Brunswick's highest peak!

There is lots to see and and lots of things to do. To name only a few of the New Brunswick tourist attractions:

- Kings Landing, step back in time, a historical settlement attraction

- Village Historique Acadien, step into a real Acadian time

- Magnetic Hill, where your car will coast, an attraction that will thrill old and young uphill

- Hopewell Rocks, where the Fundy tides have gouged four story high flowerpots, an attraction you won't want to miss!

- Irving Eco-Centre, one of the last remaining sand dunes. Has a wonderful boardwalk

- Parlee Beach, miles of beach, warm salt water

- Saint John City Market, one of the oldest markets in Canada

- Le Pays la Sagouine, will give you a true appreciation of the Acadian

- Village Historique Acadien, an attraction portraying the lives of Acadians between 1770 and 1939

- Kissing Bridges located in Sussex, eight historic covered bridges in this region

- the Mighty Miramichi, home to a world famous river known for its salmon-rich waters

- Mount Carleton, a provincial park located in the Appalachian Mountain Range

- Grand Manan Island, extraordinary bird watching, plus whale watching tours

- Campobello, Roosevelt Park plus home to one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world, a landmark in itself

- Fundy Trail, located in scenic St. Martins, an eco-adventure attraction

The province is home to two National Parks.

Fundy National Park
Located on near Alma on Highway 114. Along its rugged coastline you can experience some of the highest tides in the world, hike the trails enjoying the beauty of the wilderness. The visitor information center offers a gift shop, maps, and information to make your experience at the park a memorable one.

Kouchibouguac National Park
Located on Route 117
The name, Kouchibouguac, comes from the Mi’kmaq and means “river of the long tides”. The park is 238 square kilometres. You can enjoy the wonderful beaches, hiking and cyclist trails. Visit the information center for maps and information on the park, plus spend a few minutes in the gift shop finding treasures made in New Brunswick.

During the summer months there are a wide variety of festivals, events and Craft Shows, Farmers Markets in New Brunswick. Check with the Tourist Information Centers for a listing of the events that will be happening in the area you will be visting. Also, visit the many farmers markets and craft shows to experience the work of local crafts people.

New Brunswick is located south of Quebec's Gaspé Peninsula and east of the State of Maine.

The major cities in New Brunswick are:

Bathurst
Campbellton
Fredericton - the capital city
Miramichi
Moncton - often referred to as the hub
Saint John - Canada's first incorporated city
Edmundston

New Brunswick has a total population of 729,498 (according to 2001 Census data). Approximately 33 per cent of the population is French-speaking. New Brunswick is Canada's only official bilingual province. The main industries are forestry, fishing, mining, construction, manufacturing, and food services.

Visit the attractions and discover all that New Brunswick has to offer!