Capital: Fredericton
Largest City: Moncton
Abbreviation: NB
Confederation: July 1, 1867
New Brunswick features some of Atlantic Canada’s most beautiful and extreme natural landscapes, from the old-growth forests to the tides of the Bay of Fundy. It’s also a cultural melting pot, a center for Acadian heritage and a lighthouse lovers dream.
Areas to Explore
FUNDY NATIONAL PARK
MONCTON
Other Places to Visit
Fredericton
The provincial capital of Fredericton lies along the banks of the Saint John River and, as the third-largest city in the province, is centrally-located in a peaceful valley. Known for its vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and tranquil natural beauty, Fredericton offers a fun blend of culture and community. Home to several institutions of higher education, it is also a lively college town and maintains strong intellectual roots. The city hosts numerous festivals, including the Harvest Music Festival, and boasts many scenic walking trails, craft breweries and art galleries. With a great balance between cosmopolitan and the outdoors, Fredericton is an up-and-coming center of urban renewal that not many know about, a hidden gem of Atlantic Canada worth visiting.
Hartland
A small town on the Saint John River, Hartland is famous for its 391-metre covered bridge, the longest such span in the world. Featuring a single lane that connects Hartland to the rural community of Somerville, the bridge is a tourist destination all its own and dates back to 1901.
Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park
These incredible sea stacks on the Hopewell Cape are symbolic of not just the province of New Brunswick, but truly the Bay of Fundy as a whole. Formed long ago by retreating glaciers, the rock formations can be accessed by a small beach at low tide and viewed from above at high tide. The park is one of the most popular destinations in the province and one of the coolest natural features on the east coast, with some of the stacks reaching more than 20 metres tall.
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