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Tours/Saint John/Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

4.5(6)Saint John1h 30min–2h
VIATOR4.5(4)TRIPADVISOR4.5(2)
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

At a glance

Duration
1h 30min–2h
Price from
$9 / person
Location
Saint John
Rating
4.5 / 5 · 6 reviews
Languages
EN, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Tripvia Tours
Meeting point
Tour start is just south of the Cruise Ship Terminal on Water Street.Parking options close by:1. Pugsley Park Lot (Closest). Located on Water Street.2. Market Square Garage (Indoor). Entrance off Smythe Street.3. Street Parking (Prince William / Water St). Metered spots.

Description

Explore Canada’s oldest incorporated city on a flexible GPS-guided audio walking tour. Stories play automatically as you follow Saint John’s waterfront, historic streets, public squares and remarkable architecture. Highlights include AREA 506, HARBOUR PASSAGE, LOYALIST HOUSE, SAINT JOHN CITY MARKET, KING’S SQUARE, IMPERIAL THEATRE and the THREE SISTERS LAMP. Hear stories of Loyalists, the Great Fire of 1877 and the Bay of Fundy’s powerful tides. Start whenever you like, pause for photos, shops or waterfront views and finish at your own pace. Download before you arrive; no mobile data or signal is needed during the tour.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 5+)
$9

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Itinerary

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PORT OF SAINT JOHN. Begin at the working harbour that helped shape Canada's oldest incorporated city through trade, shipbuilding, and immigration.

AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village
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AREA 506 WATERFRONT CONTAINER VILLAGE. Explore the active waterfront destination of repurposed shipping containers, local shops, food, music, and public art.

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FURLONG'S. Admire the carved marble columns and playful gargoyles that once hinted at the treasures inside this distinctive storefront.

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THE MCLAUGHLIN BUILDING. View the historic commercial landmark and its place in Saint John's richly layered streetscape.

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IHTOLI-MAQAHAMOK – THE GATHERING SPACE. Visit the revitalized waterfront plaza rooted in Wolastoqey language and designed for community events year-round.

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NORTH MARKET WHARF. Look beyond the modern patios to traces of 19th-century warehouses shaped by the Bay of Fundy's dramatic tides.

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THE LOYALISTS ARE COMING & HARBOUR PASSAGE. Follow the waterfront while discovering the arrival of thousands of Loyalist refugees in 1783–84.

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LAST STAND OF MADAME DE LA TOUR. Discover the courage of Françoise-Marie Jacquelin and her defence of Fort La Tour.

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THE GREAT FIRE OF 1877. Walk among brick and stone survivors that reveal how Saint John rebuilt a safer city after catastrophe.

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HISTORIC CHIPMAN HILL HOMES. Admire landmark residences and the story of a determined early occupant who defied convention.

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SAINT JOHN ARTS CENTRE. View the active cultural hub housed in the elegant former Carnegie public library.

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THE STONE CHURCH. See Saint John's oldest surviving stone church, a Loyalist landmark and enduring place of worship.

Loyalist House
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LOYALIST HOUSE. View the remarkably preserved Federal-style National Historic Site; seasonal interior admission is separate.

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SAINT JOHN CITY MARKET. Discover Canada's oldest continuously operating farmers' market beneath its ship-hull-inspired roof.

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KING'S SQUARE. Stroll through the historic Union Jack-patterned park, where monuments and a two-storey bandstand anchor the civic heart.

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OLD LOYALIST BURIAL GROUND. Enter the peaceful urban cemetery where early Loyalist settlers rest beneath mature trees.

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OLD COUNTY COURT & FIRE HOUSE MUSEUM. View the courthouse and historic No. 2 Engine House from outside; museum access is seasonal and should be checked separately.

Imperial Theatre
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IMPERIAL THEATRE. Admire the restored 1913 performance venue that remains an active centre for live entertainment.

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ADMIRAL BEATTY HOTEL. See the former luxury hotel that once welcomed royalty and celebrated guests overlooking King's Square.

Trinity Church
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TRINITY CHURCH ON CHARLOTTE STREET. View the rebuilt Gothic Revival church and its salvaged royal coat of arms.

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UNION CLUB & TRINITY PRESERVATION AREA. Pass the distinguished club within the streetscape rebuilt after the Great Fire.

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TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH. Admire the grand entrance and soaring Gothic Revival design of this active historic church.

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CIBC BUILDING. See the imposing 1904 bank, one of the area's monumental stone financial buildings.

Saint John Police Museum
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DOMVILLE BUILDING & POLICE MUSEUM. View the 1878 commercial landmark beside a museum preserving Saint John's policing history.

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THE SEAMAN'S MISSION. See the waterfront building created to support mariners and their families.

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SAINT JOHN HIGH SCHOOL. View Canada's oldest publicly funded high school and its evolution into a modern institution.

Saint John
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STONELEIGH TERRACE. Admire the enduring row houses overlooking the kinetic energy of the Bay of Fundy.

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THREE SISTERS LAMP. Finish at the beloved harbour beacon whose lights once guided captains safely into port.

Saint John
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OLD CITY HALL. View the former civic landmark and its place in Saint John's municipal history.

Saint John
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ROYAL BANK & WALL STREET OF SAINT JOHN. Pass the grand financial buildings that once defined the city's commercial power.

Saint John
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THE MASONIC TEMPLE. Admire the historic lodge building and its distinctive place in the uptown streetscape.

Saint John
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THE OLD POST OFFICE. View the monumental former postal building that reflects Saint John's prosperous rebuilding era.

Saint John
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THE PALATINE BUILDING. See the ornate commercial landmark named for an early Loyalist settlement connection.

Saint John
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ST. PATRICK'S SQUARE. Pause at the public square honouring Saint John's Irish community and immigrant heritage.

What's included

Included
No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
Live GPS map shows route & your location
Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime
Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Not included
Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
Smartphone or tablet
LOYALIST HOUSE: interior access is seasonal; exterior viewing when closed.
Attraction tickets
Parking fees
In-person tour guide

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.5
6 reviews
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4
4
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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please be advised that this tour of Saint John does contain some hills.
  • **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or circumstances beyond our control.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour take?

Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 34 stops.

How much does Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at $9 per person for this Saint John experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

Can I cancel Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Tour start is just south of the Cruise Ship Terminal on Water Street. Parking options close by:. 1. Pugsley Park Lot (Closest). Located on Water Street. 2. Market Square Garage (Indoor). Entrance off Smythe Street. 3. Street Parking (Prince William / Water St). Metered spots. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

**Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or circumstances beyond our control.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Historic Saint John Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tripvia Tours.

Reviews(6)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Shaena_K
August 16, 2026 · via Viator
Good information, wish it would not assume you are going in their exact order

Good information with a few hiccups. We were not able to listen to the tour and take pictures at the same time. Kept kicking us out and had to restart. We ended up sharing ear buds and going off one download (even though we paid for 2) and the other person took pictures. Due to an event at the starting point we were unable to start at number 1, and ended up doing it out of order. Would have been nice for it to just have the next point automatically load when your GPS was at that location. But lots of interesting information and worth the money

Operator response

Thanks for sharing your experience. We're glad you enjoyed the information, and we're sorry the app didn’t behave as intended. You should be able to take photos while the audio continues in the background, and the GPS normally reconnects and plays the next point automatically when you’re near it. The map is also fully interactive, so you can tap any stop and go in whatever order works for you. The tutorials walk through how this works, but it sounds like your experience didn’t line up with what’s described there. If you’re open to it, feel free to email us at info@tripvia.tours with a few details - we’d really like to look into what happened.

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bobbW6587QG
April 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Walk of historic area

Nice walk of 31 sites. Map was a real bonus. App a little wonky for seniors- had to close/finish one before starting next; otherwise previous one would play. Not all locations did the auto start.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’re glad the map added to your experience - and we appreciate your notes about the app navigation and auto‑play. We're glad you were able to use the manual workaround for the POIs where the narration wasn't automatically triggered. These insights help us continue improving the experience for all explorers. Thanks again for exploring Saint John with us.

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barbaramL6986NI
October 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Lots of historical architecture post 1877

An interesting tour. Many places we would have missed their significance and history. We were a third of the way into the tour before we discovered the map tab.

Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We are delighted you found the tour "interesting" and valued the content on the historical architecture. We apologize you struggled to find the map; that feature is detailed in the instruction tutorial available at the beginning of the tour. We appreciate your feedback and will work to make those instructions even clearer!

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Matt_B
October 17, 2025 · via Viator
The walking tour was very...

The walking tour was very easy to use and informative. The GPS tracking made it very easy since the audio would automatically start once you arrive at a stop. This is a great way to explore the Uptown area.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review of our Historic Saint John tour! We're delighted you found the walking tour both easy to use and informative. We designed the automatic GPS-triggered audio to make exploring smooth and effortless. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you on another tour soon!

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Nancy_A
October 16, 2025 · via Viator
An excellent walking...

An excellent walking tour. Very informative and tour was at a nice pace. I recommend taking this tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We are delighted to hear you found our Historic Saint John tour very informative and enjoyed the nice pace of the walk. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour soon!

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Ashley_M
October 15, 2025 · via Viator
I’m a big fan of these...

I’m a big fan of these audio tours! They are affordable, accessible, and give context to the features you see around town. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review of our Historic Saint John tour! We are delighted to hear you appreciate how affordable and accessible our audio tours are. That is exactly what we strive for! We highly recommend trying another one of our tours next time you are traveling to explore more history at your own pace!

$9/ person
4.5(6)
Duration1h 30min–2h
LanguagesEN, EN
ConfirmationInstant
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