“A fairytale place that is actually real.”
St. Andrews
138 Champlain Ave St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada
Phone (506) 404-0100
Email stay@thenewbrunswick.com
St. Andrews, Charlotte County and the Bay of Fundy coastline is a special destination known worldwide for its beautiful scenery, historic landmarks, one-of-a-kind restaurants, art galleries and auspicious events.
Below we have listed our top things to do and see (believe us, there are dozens more) :
Finest corner in Canada
The junction of Montague and King Streets, graced by an elegant Anglican church, the Ross Memorial Museum and houses in Georgian and Federal styles, has been described as the finest street intersection in Canada. We couldn’t agree more!
Algonquin Golf Course
For over a century, golfers have travelled to The Algonquin to test their skills and take in the show-stealing ocean backdrop with its location on the shores of Passamaquoddy Bay. The 7,000-yard, par 72 course – redesigned in both 2000 and 2018 by Thomas McBroom and Rod Whitman – also boasts Canada’s oldest clubhouse.
Whale Watching
One of the top experiences for which visitors come to this area! The rich feeding grounds around the Fundy Isles of New Brunswick make this one of the world’s most accessible sites for viewing marine mammals. Up to 15 species of whales come here each summer to mate, play and feast on the bountiful supply of food churned up twice daily by the powerful tides. It means more kinds of whales more often than anywhere else.
Katy’s Cove
Our neighbour only steps away, Katy’s Cove is a beautiful sandy beach ready for saltwater swimming, sandcastles and summer beach fun! It was originally created in the early 1900s by the Algonquin Hotel for the exclusive use of its guests to enjoy the healing waters. Now you can enjoy it anytime!
Fundy Discovery Aquarium
An enormous display that depicts the magnitude of the Bay of Fundy tides, while Huntsman’s resident harbour seals Loki and Snorkel entertain you with their antics. Visitors to Huntsman also enjoy seahorses, salmon, intertidal creatures and underwater viewing of Bay of Fundy fishes.
Thursday Farmer’s Market
Local produce, cut flowers, preserves, cider, maple syrup, beef jerky, fine arts, pottery and handcrafted jewelry in Market Square at the corner of King and Water Streets.
Walk by-the-Sea
The St. Andrews Van Horne Trail is a paved active-living trail (non-motorized) extending 2.1 km from Water Street to the far side of Katy’s Cove on the old rail bed. It’s a perfect place to take a delightful walk while enjoying the natural beauty of our region!
Kingsbrae Garden
Kingsbrae Garden is a 27-acre horticultural masterpiece with an array of over 2,500 species of perennials, as well as a wide variety of trees and shrubs. The Garden includes an extraordinary collection of flowers and many themed gardens, a labyrinth, cedar maze, ponds, a genuine Dutch windmill and a wooded trail through a rare old-growth forest.
Shop ‘til you drop
While strolling along Water Street, it’s hard to leave empty handed.
Dinner within walking distance
There are dozens of great restaurants just minutes away for a special night out and no need to drive or pay for a taxi back to The New Brunswick B&B.
Ministers Island
Lying just off the shore of the town, Ministers Island is a 500-acre island you reach by driving or walking over the seafloor at low tide! Once there, you are immersed in an experience from more than 100 years ago — the summer estate of Sir William Van Horne, the second president and the driving force behind the Canadian Pacific Railway. Sir William’s vast house, his equally large barn and his bathhouse/artist’s hideaway are on view, as are the beautiful carriage lanes through woods and fields.
“Join us in our village by the sea.
Think of us as your own private hideaway.”
Ken & Les