New Brunswick Museum (Musée du Nouveau-Brunswick)
#8 in Best Things To Do in Saint John, New Brunswick
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- 4.5Value
- 3.0Facilities
- 2.5Atmosphere
The best introduction to Saint John and the surrounding region can be found at the New Brunswick Museum. Situated in Market Square in the heart of uptown Saint John, this museum houses a variety of artifacts that recount the province's fascinating history. You'll learn all about Saint John's industrial development, as well as New Brunswick's maritime history. The museum also features local artwork and exhibits on the province's natural landscape, including the ever-popular Hall of Great Whales.
According to recent travelers, the New Brunswick Museum's interactive displays make it a great place to visit as a family. Many also praised the knowledgeable employees, who were more than willing to provide additional insight about the property's artifacts. However, a couple of past visitors said the stuffed birds in the Birds of New Brunswick exhibit looked worn and dusty.
The New Brunswick Museum is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with extended evening hours on Thursday), Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The property closes on Mondays from early November to mid-May. Admission costs 6 to 10 Canadian dollars (approximately $4.50 to $7.50) per person.
In addition to featuring multiple permanent and temporary exhibits, the museum houses a research facility, restrooms and a gift shop. The larger Market Square complex offers a parking garage (charges apply), or you can get to the property by using the city's buses. Find out more about the New Brunswick Museum by visiting the attraction's website.
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#1 Reversing Falls Rapids
Sitting just 2 miles southwest of uptown Saint John, the Reversing Falls Rapids are a must-see destination in New Brunswick. Here's what makes this natural site such an anomaly: Its gurgling whirlpools, impressive rapids and small waterfalls flow one way with the incoming tide and another with the outgoing tide. You can watch the churning water from one of several rooftop viewing areas in Fallsview and Wolastoq parks.
Although some previous travelers lamented the charge attached to viewing the rapids from the Reversing Falls Restaurant's observation deck, others were quick to recommend visiting the other platforms, which are free to access. For an adrenaline rush, consider paying for a zip lining excursion with Saint John Adventures. Zip line rates vary depending on the time of year.
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