Shore Excursion Details

Foodies' Tour At The Old City Market

Saint John, Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick

Foodies' Tour At The Old City Market

DETAILS

  • 2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Snack
  • Age

OVERVIEW

Sample some of the delectable small-plate dishes and irresistible sweets that have elevated Saint John into a true foodie destination. Your culinary immersion will begin with dessert, an indication that you should expect the unexpected. The venue will be Wild Flours Sweets & Treats, which is next door to Gahan House, a brew pub that will offer you a few of its specialties. You will also visit the Old City Market, which opened in 1876 and is the oldest such setting in Canada. While browsing iconic shops such as Slocum & Ferris, you will be served unusual items such as dulse, a deep-purple sea vegetable that is dried and eaten by the handful like popcorn. Nearby Pomodori Pizza is known for its wood-fired pizza and you will sample a slice with toppings that are favorites in Saint John. Another treat awaits you at Beavertails, a waterfront food truck revered for its artisanal pastries.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through historical downtown Saint John and enjoy tastings at various venues.
• Browse Canada’s oldest farmers market and sample foods characteristic of Saint John.
• Savor a slice of pizza and unusual items such as a dried sea vegetable known as dulse.
• Leave room for dessert, as fresh-baked pastries will be offered.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes 2 hours of easy to moderate walking over mostly even surfaces. There will be a few steps and small inclines. The tour is not available to wheelchair guests or those with walking difficulties. Food substitutions are not available on this tasting tour. The minimum drinking age is 21 years old.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Historical Landmarks
Local Food-Wine Tasting

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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