Historic Saint John Smartphone Audio Walking Tour

Your GPS-guided tour will transform your stroll into an insightful journey, filled with fascinating anecdotes, architectural marvels, and cultural highlights. Tucked between the Saint John River and the dramatic tides of the Bay of Fundy, the city has long been shaped by water, wind, and the determined people who made their lives here. From loyalist refugees to Irish immigrants, shipbuilders to shopkeepers, Saint John’s story is written into the very brick and stone around you.

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• Area 506, Waterfront Container Village

Enjoy a full-on sensory experience, featuring shop-lined alleys, delicious street eats, and a stage that's quickly become a launchpad for Canadian musical talent.

• The Stone Church

Marvel at this grand edifice, the oldest surviving stone church in the city, and a place of worship since 1825.

• The Old Loyalist Burial Ground

Explore the serene beauty and rich history of the Old Loyalist Burial Ground, a peaceful urban oasis.

• Imperial Theatre

Admire the beautiful theatre built in 1912 by Philadelphia architect Albert E. Westover.

• Saint John High School

Discover the rich history of Saint John High School, the oldest publicly funded school in Canada, and the birthplace of public education in New Brunswick.

• Old County Court

Witness the storied history of one of the city's oldest public buildings, where justice was served and drama now unfolds.

• The Royal Bank of Canada

Uncover the story of a bank that began as a Maritime institution and became a national symbol of ambition and growth.

• Wall Street of Saint John

Immerse yourself in one of the oldest commercial streets in North America, bustling with shops, restaurants, and historic sites

🎧 Why Choose a Smartphone Audio Tour?

✔️ Over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers!
✔️ Audio plays automatically at points of interest
✔️ Listen through your smartphone or via earbuds

✔️ GPS-guided map shows your location, route, and stops
✔️ Freedom to take detours and explore at your own pace
✔️ Expert storytelling from professional & personable guides
✔️ Turn by turn directions + live map

✔️ Special guests + characters

✔️ Low price point compared to live guided tours

Points of Interest

Saint John Port Authority | Area 506, Waterfront Container Village | Furlong’s Liquor Store & Trinity Preservation Area | Ihtoli-maqahamok - The Gathering Space | North Market Wharf | The Last Stand of Madame de la Tour | The Great Fire of 1877 | Historic Chipman Hill Homes | The Saint John Arts Centre | The Stone Church Loyalist House | Saint John City Market King’s Square | The Old Loyalist Burial Ground | Old County Court &Fire House Museum | Imperial Theatre | Admiral Beatty Hotel | Trinity Church on Charlotte Street | Union Club & The McLaughlin Building | Trinity Anglican Church | The Masonic Temple | CIBC Building | The Royal Bank of Canada | Domville Building | The Police Museum | The Wall Street of Saint John | The Old Post Office & Old City Hall | The Palatine Building | The Seaman’s Mission | Saint John High School | Stoneleigh Terrace | Three Sisters Lamp | St Patrick’s Square

***Please note certain trails, lookouts & attractions we recommend may be closed or inaccessible during the off-peak season or due to reasons beyond our control.

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