Looking for things to do in Moncton, New Brunswick? Our Tourist Scavenger Hunt will take you from the City Hall to Resurgo Place, while also stopping by Riverfront Park of course! Tour updated in September 2025.
Solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination. You’ll also learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you.
The Moncton Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3 km / 1.86 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 2 hours to complete.
- A fun learning experience
- See the sights! 27 locations visited
- Learn some local history
- Challenge your knowledge: 20 varied challenges
- Fun for all ages, kids included
- Walk at your own pace: 3 km / 1.86 mi
- Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout
- Pet-friendly throughout
- Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule
- Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt
- Also available in French
Learn about the importance of this hotel to the city of Moncton, and solve a challenge here.
5 min
Learn about this typical New Brunswick pub and solve a challenge about the original building.
5 minutes
See and learn about Moncton's public library.
Solve a challenge while you are here.
5 min
Enter and admire Riverfront Park. Learn about the Petitcodiac River and its daily tidal bore.
5 minutes
Within Riverfront Park, see the Irish Families Memorial and learn about the early colonists who created an important shipbuilding industry here.
Solve a challenge while here
Make your way to this memorial and learn about the sad event that ended in the tragic death of 3 RCMP officers.
Solve 2 challenges while you're here.
See and learn about the Moncton Courthouse and the Assumption Life Insurance Company, an important local employer.
5 minutes here
See the city's downtown public market.
Solve a challenge while here.
Walk by the Gusto restaurant to see the 1st of many murals painted throughout the city.
Solve a challenge here.
5 minutes
Learn about the history of the city's original newspaper.
Walk to your next destination
5 min
See and learn about the Capitol Theatre, the city's oldest.
Solve a challenge while here.
5 min
See where Moncton's nightlife happens here on Robin Court.
Walk to your next destination
5 min
See the new offices of Moncton's daily newspaper which merged with its competitor in 1983.
Solve a challenge here
5 min
See Moncton's largest venue and learn about the sports teams that call this home.
Also learn about the Rail Station while you are here, and solve a challenge.
10 min
Learn about the federal government offices here in downtown Moncton on your way to your next destination.
5 min
See this beautiful church and learn about its history.
Solve a challenge while you are here.
5 min
See and learn about this church in downtown Moncton.
See and learn about this, the 3rd church at the same same intersection, in downtown Moncton.
See this cathedral from afar, as you approach the Calactus Restaurant. You will not walk all the way to this church, but only learn about it from here.
5 min
Enter this French-named park and learn about the important Francophony World Summit that took place here in 1999.
See several important monuments and solve 2 challenges while you are here.
Learn about this cultural center, an important hub for the Acadian francophone community.
Solve a challenge while here
5 min
See this French theatre and learn about its history.
Solve a challenge while here.
5 min
See this important hub of culture. It houses the Moncton City Museum, the Moncton Tourism Information Center, and more.
Solve a challenge here.
10 min
Enter this small park set on the bank of the Petitcodia River and learn about the daily Tidal Bore.
Solve a challenge here.
This is the last stop of this scavenger hunt. Learn more about the city's history and solve your final challenge.
10 min
Once you're standing outside the Delta Beauséjour Hotel, at the corner of Main Street and Summit, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
You must convert your voucher on our website before beginning the activity.
To do so, your TripAdvisor/Viator account Must Have your Real Email as we will email instructions to them. These will tell you how to convert your purchase on our website to complete the activity.
New Brunswick is one of Canada's Maritime provinces, known for its stunning natural beauty, rich Acadian culture, and charming coastal communities. From the Bay of Fundy's dramatic tides to the lush forests of Fundy National Park, it offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and cultural heritage.
Fundy National Park is known for its dramatic tides, lush forests, and diverse wildlife. It's a paradise for hiking, camping, and outdoor enthusiasts.
A unique geological formation where you can walk on the ocean floor during low tide and see the dramatic tidal changes.
An open-air museum depicting life in New Brunswick during the 19th century, with costumed interpreters and historical buildings.
Canada's oldest continuous farmers' market, offering local produce, crafts, and food in a historic setting.
The Bay of Fundy is famous for having the highest tides in the world, offering unique experiences like tidal bore rafting and whale watching.
A popular Halifax-style pizza topped with spiced ground beef, onions, and sweet garlic sauce.
Young fern fronds that are harvested in the spring and served steamed or sautéed.
Fresh lobster meat served in a buttered bun, often with a touch of lemon and herbs.
A traditional Acadian dish made from mashed potatoes mixed with pork, shaped into balls, and boiled or fried.
Summer is the peak tourist season with warm weather, long daylight hours, and numerous festivals. It's ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the province's natural attractions.
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
GMT-4 (Atlantic Time Zone)
120VV, 60HzHz
New Brunswick is generally safe for travelers, with low crime rates and friendly locals. However, as with any destination, it's important to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings.
VIA Rail Station
Saint John, Fredericton, Moncton
Public buses are the primary form of public transport in urban areas, with schedules and routes designed to serve local residents and visitors.
Available • Apps: Uber, Local taxi apps
Car, Bike
A unique geological formation where you can walk on the ocean floor during low tide and see the dramatic tidal changes in the Bay of Fundy.
A stunning national park known for its lush forests, dramatic tides, and diverse wildlife, offering numerous hiking trails and outdoor activities.
An open-air museum depicting life in New Brunswick during the 19th century, with costumed interpreters and historical buildings.
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