Fredericton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fredericton featuring a garden
Fredericton showing a garden
Fredericton
Fredericton which includes forest scenes
Fredericton featuring a bridge and signage

Explore the grand government buildings, historic military barracks and towering churches that make up the skyline of New Brunswick’s riverside capital.

Discover Canada’s early military history in Fredericton, where heritage garrisons still border the city and are patrolled by actors dressed up in period military garb. As the seat of New Brunswick’s provincial government, Fredericton features stately architecture and a historic cityscape ideal for walking tours. When you’ve learned about the city’s history, admire its natural beauty on the banks of the St. John River.

Fredericton is centred around the Historic Garrison District, just south of the river. British troops were held here between 1784 and 1869 and the city has maintained its original garrison buildings to this day. Start at the visitor centre of the magnificent red-brick City Hall. Walk along the river to Officers’ Square, where a spectacular changing-of-the-guard ceremony happens twice daily during summer.

Find the buildings that house New Brunswick’s provincial government in Fredericton’s scenic riverfront region. The Old Government House is located west of town. Tour the grand mid-19th-century building and see the office of New Brunswick’s lieutenant governor.

Head east of the city centre to visit the seat of New Brunswick’s legislative branch, the Legislative Assembly Building. This palace-like building, defined by its octagonal tower, has held New Brunswick’s assembly since 1882. Book your tour of the interior in advance. Visit the nearby Christ Church Cathedral and see its spire rising 198 feet (60.3 metres) above the river.

Start exploring Fredericton’s outdoor attractions by visiting Odell Park. This heavily wooded park in the city centre features 10 miles (16 kilometres) of trails.

Scenic St. John River can be discovered in a variety of ways. Tour  52.8 miles (85 kilometres) of riverside trails by bicycle. Rent a kayak or paddleboat and let the river give you a tour of the region.

Fredericton is about an 80-minute drive northwest of Saint John, the largest city in New Brunswick. You can also fly into Fredericton airport from most major Canadian cities. Complete your trip to New Brunswick with a glimpse of its government in Fredericton.

Where to stay in Fredericton

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Downtown Fredericton

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fredericton, Fredericton City Hall and The Playhouse Fredericton are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Fredericton
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Frederick Square

While Frederick Square may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fredericton City Hall and Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market.

Frederick Square
Days Inn by Wyndham Fredericton

Days Inn by Wyndham Fredericton

3 out of 5
958 Prospect St, Fredericton, NB
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The price is ₹8,455 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹8,455
₹10,063 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fredericton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
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Days Inn by Wyndham Fredericton
Ramada by Wyndham Fredericton

Ramada by Wyndham Fredericton

3 out of 5
480 Riverside Drive, Fredericton, NB
The price is ₹8,365 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹8,365
₹9,957 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Fredericton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,297 reviews)
"They were very accommodating. We managed to obtain room on ground floor, as there were no elevator to the second."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Fredericton
Fredericton Inn

Fredericton Inn

3 out of 5
1315 Regent St, Fredericton, NB
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fredericton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,512 reviews)
"Staff did a great job at properly placing people in rooms. There was a basketball tournament in town that I didn't know about when I was booking. Not gonna lie, I wasn't thrilled about being around loud kids but I figured it wasn't the end of the world if I was. Turns out I wasn't put anywhere near ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fredericton Inn
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Micro Boutique Living Fredericton

Micro Boutique Living Fredericton

3 out of 5
650 Waterloo Row, Fredericton, NB
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Fredericton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Chapman Field and Aitken University ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"We were surprised that the TV was streaming only with no cable."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Micro Boutique Living Fredericton
Work Play Suites

Work Play Suites

3 out of 5
677 Union St, Fredericton, NB
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Fredericton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carleton Park and Lighthouse on the ...
"we din't find nobody nocode for the keys and in the middle of the night very bad experience"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2018

Work Play Suites
Glamp Camp

Glamp Camp

2 out of 5
6054 NB-105, Waterborough, NB
Stay at this campsite in Waterborough. Enjoy free parking, bike hire on-site and premium bedding. Popular attractions Fanjoys Point Lighthouse and Lakeside Provincial ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
"Nice service 😊"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Glamp Camp
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