The Basics
City Name: Fredericton
Where is it located?: Fredericton is in southern New Brunswick.
Why do people go there?: New Brunswick’s capital city, Fredericton is a small town with tree-lined streets and Victorian homes. There’s a lot of history here.
How do travelers get there?: Because of the vastness of Canada, driving from Maine is your best bet. However, flights and public transport is also available. If you are coming from elsewhere in Canada, flights are the best way to go.
Currency: Canadian Dollar
City Code: 506
Population: 51,000
Languages: English, French
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Kings Landing Historical Settlement, Historic Garrison District, Boyce Farmers’ Market
Attractions: Boyce Farmers’ Market, Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Kings Landing Historical Settlement
Accommodations: Fredericton Hostels
Tourist Office: Fredericton Tourist Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Mactaquac beach, Magaguadavic Lake, Darlings Island
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Summer is the best time to visit, when the outdoor events are taking place and the weather is comfortably warm.
City Specific Events: Tay Creek Folk Festival, Acadian Day Celebration, Summer Chamber Music Festival, Women’s Festival, Annual Silver Wave Film Festival
How to get around?: These boots are made for walking – with 28 attractions in 5 city blocks (or so they say), you can handle pounding the pavement. Buses will also get you around as well.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The main airport for travellers taking flights to Fredericton is Fredericton International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Fredericton travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
