Historic Saint John Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Observe the bustling activity of the third-largest port in the Maritimes, where cargo ships and cruise liners pass through, and learn about how it has been shaped by centuries of trade and immigration.

Experience the unique and vibrant Area 506 Waterfront Container Village, where you can browse and shop at local businesses housed in repurposed shipping containers. You'll find unique art, crafts, and food, and you can also explore a "Graffiti Alley" showcasing murals by artists from around the world.

Furlong's Liquor Store. We have a special guest who shares his vision with us. Gaze upon the intricately carved marble columns and whimsical gargoyles, which he believed would hint at the "treasures within."

Furlong's Liquor Store. We have a special guest who shares his vision with us. Gaze upon the intricately carved marble columns and whimsical gargoyles, which he believed would hint at the "treasures within."

Step into this civic plaza, which has been a gathering place for thousands of years. You'll learn how it has been transformed from a commercial port and a parking lot into a community hub.

Beyond the modern patios and facades lies a deeper secret of this place. You'll glimpse the remnants of warehouses from the mid-1800s and discover a strange history of how the Bay of Fundy's tides once affected the ships that sought to moor here.

Learn about the pivotal moment in Saint John's history when thousands of Loyalist refugees arrived here in 1784 after fleeing persecution during the American Revolution.

Hear the harrowing story of Fort La Tour, once the home of Françoise Marie Jacqueline, also known as "The Lioness of La Tour." You'll hear her story in her own words, describing her brave defense of the fort and her ultimate sacrifice.

The Great Fire of 1877. You will be surrounded by brick and stone buildings that are monuments to the Great Fire. You'll hear the story of how the city rebuilt itself and created a more fire-resistant city.

Walk by the Chipman Hill Suites where you'll learn the remarkable story of one of its first residents, a woman who defied social norms.

See a beautiful example of French Beaux-Arts architecture at the Saint John Arts Centre, originally built as a public library. You'll admire its elegant design and learn how it has been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub.

See the imposing Saint John's Anglican Church, the oldest surviving stone church in the city. You'll hear about its significance as a place of worship for the Loyalists and as a testament to the community's resilience and faith.

This remarkable Federalist-style home holds a secret from the American Revolution. You'll learn about the family who built it and the clever architectural choices that allowed it to stand for centuries, a hidden story on this quiet street.

Discover Canada's oldest continuously operated farmers' market and learn the secret of its unique inverted ship's hull roof from a special guest.

Step into King's Square, a historic green space with a past of public punishment and civic unrest. You'll discover monuments that hold secrets of sacrifice and honor.

Step into the tranquil Loyalist Burial Grounds, where you'll hear from one of its first residents, a Loyalist who fled the American Revolution. You'll hear his story and how his final resting place has been transformed into a peaceful park.

Saint John County Court House is an elegant building with a dark past. Hear about some of the city's most infamous trials. You can also see the Fire House Museum next door, which survived two of the city's worst fires.

See the beautiful Imperial Theatre, which was built in 1912 and restored to its original glory after being nearly demolished. Hear about its history as a vaudeville and film house, and how it was saved by a local taxi driver.

See the imposing Admiral Beatty Hotel, a building that was once a luxury hotel with suites reserved for royalty. You'll hear about the notable figures who stayed here during its heyday.

See the Trinity Anglican Church, an Anglican Church that was rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1877. Here, you'll hear the story of a salvaged artifact—a wooden Coat of Arms from the Boston State House—and how the city's church wardens gave a cheeky reply when Boston asked for its return.

If you were standing here on June 21st, 1877, you'd be surrounded by the charred remains of a city flattened by the Great Fire.

Welcome to the grand entrance of Trinity Anglican Church, a magnificent Gothic Revival masterpiece.

Built in 1904, this imposing stone structure is one of three banks in the area featuring Greek architectural elements

You'll learn about the Domville Building, built in 1878 and then, you'll be greeted by a special guest from the 1890s who will share stories about what policing was like in his day. You can also visit the Police Museum next door.

We have a special guest who will share her vision for this remarkable building.

See Saint John High School, the oldest publicly funded school in Canada. You'll hear how it evolved from segregated schools for boys and girls into a modern, inclusive, and academically excellent high school.

STONELEIGH TERRACE: You'll see Stoneleigh Terrace, a row of homes that have stood for over 130 years, quietly watching the kinetic energy of the bay below.

You'll learn how its lights once helped captains navigate the port and how the lamp now serves as a beloved monument.