Saint Andrews (New Brunswick)
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Understand
The Town of St. Andrews is in the extreme southwest corner of New Brunswick. Settled by Loyalists fleeing the United States in 1783, the town boasts the original plat and many of the houses date from that time. Some houses were floated across from the New England States by barge.
Get in
St. Andrews is off of Highway 1, about 30 minutes east of the US border at St. Stephen, NB/Calais, Maine and 65 minutes west of Saint John.
See
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address: 220 King StA gorgeous 27-acre horticultural garden, just steps up King Street from the main Water Street business district and the wharf & day adventure centre of St Andrews. Over 50,000 perennials on many themed gardens, great Canadian sculpture competition, alpacas, peacocks, Dutch windmill, cedar maze, tea house, a gift shop & art gallery.
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address: 123 Frederick StHistorical documents a collection of over 20,000 photographs relating to Charlotte County in the Old Charlotte County Gaol, a provincial heritage site. From June to September, the Archives provides regular tours of the Old Gaol Cells, the Charlotte County Courthouse, Evening Ghost Walk Tours, Sleepovers in the Old Gaol.
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The Charlotte County Courthouse
address: 123 Frederick StA provincial and national heritage site. Built in the Classical-Revival style, this is the best preserved example in New Brunswick of the typical mid-19th century Maritime courthouse. It was completed in 1840, and designed by Thomas Berry. It is the oldest courthouse still in continuous use.
Ross Museum1824 house of the Honourable Harris Hatch, a Loyalist. It houses the collection of a globetrotting American couple. Each room reflects their interests: fine furniture made by 19th-century New Brunswick cabinetmakers, exceptional handknotted oriental carpets, and objets d'art from their travels.
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A Season of Lights and Wonder
address: Kingsbrae GardenA winter festival in November and December, with the "Garden of Lights and Festival of Trees". - St. Andrews Blockhouse
- Sherrif Andrews House
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Huntsman Marine Science Centre
phone: +1 506 529-1200address: 1 Lower Campus RoadAn enormous display that depicts the magnitude of the Bay of Fundy tides anchors the aquarium. See the resident harbour seals Loki and Snorkel, sturgeon, seahorses, salmon, intertidal creatures, and underwater viewing of Bay of Fundy fishes. Café & gift shop, children's play area, feature films, interactive displays, and a walking path to the beach. -
Atlantic Salmon Interpretive Centre
phone: +1 506 529-1384address: 24 Chamcook Lake Road #1Underground salmon viewing chamber, up-to-date displays on research at sea and in rivers on the Atlantic salmon’s life history, and on its rich cultural heritage in New Brunswick and elsewhere. There are easy walking trails along the beautiful Chamcook Stream.
Do
- Whale-watching & wildlife tours
- Katy's Cove
- Ministers Island
Eat
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address: 220 King St.
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address: 160 Water StreetLobster chowders, burgers, fish and chips, salads, and sandwiches served.
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The Clamdigger Seafood Restaurant
phone: +1 506-529-8084address: 4468 Route 127Fish and chips, lobster rolls, and other fast food. Wheelchair accessible. Take out available. -
Braxton’s Restaurant & Bar
phone: +1 506 529-8823address: 184 Adolphus St
Drink
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The Kennedy Inn and Shiretown Pub
phone: +1 506-529-8844address: 218 Water StreetEnglish pub with microbrews, commercial beers, and a full menu. -
address: 211 Water StDomestic, imported, and craft beers. Full pub menu. Live music three to four days a week, showcasing local and touring musicians.
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The Chandler Room - Wine, Whiskey & Sustenance
address: 129 Water StCheeses and other small plates served.
Sleep
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phone: +1 506 529-4585address: 340 Water StOpen September 15 through May 1st. Common areas, two kitchens, great porches (both open and enclosed) and yard. Wi-Fi is available throughout. Parking on site.
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The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection
phone: +1 506 529-8823address: 184 Adolphus StA historical and architectural icon of Saint Andrews, built in 1899. 234 rooms over 4 floors. One of the many original Canadian Pacific properties across the country, it is a popular resort hotel, complete with spa, outdoor pool, golf course and other amenities. -
phone: +1 506 804-4265address: 102 Reed AveKitchenette unit available. Singles, doubles, twins.