Used in the 18th century as a British army base, Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick and holds the majority of the province’s history. It’s situated inland on the St. John River and has evidence of human activity from 12,000 years ago. Talk about treaded land!
Campgrounds • Places to Eat • Things to Do • Next Stop
Fredericton Campgrounds
- Up to 37.5 foot wide sites
- Activities calendar
- Pool, free showers, playground
- 2 and 3-way service sites
- Water park open daily (seasonal)
- Mini golf, rentals, camps
Food and Drink
Bars, Pubs, and Distilleries
This May Bee your new favourite brewery after a visit. They like to try their hand at all draughts, trying not to lean too much to one style. Strong ales and Belgian beers are their forte.
In a rush? Pick up a growler of Grimross beer to bring to the next picnic spot on your travels. They have dozens to choose from, each more intriguing than the last!
Mother knows best, right? Mama’s perfectly pairs pub favorites with a tidy list of home brews. Take a few to-go to store for your next day off the road.
Made to embody the many adventures of two friends, Graystone is now crawling all over Fredericton. Literally! They have three food trucks that carry their brews, so if you don’t visit their taproom, you can still enjoy a great brew.
Baked Goods and Cafes
Coffee and kittens. Need we say more? Not only are these furry friends available to cuddle with, but they are up for adoption! Wouldn’t that just be the best souvenir? Check out our blog on RVing with pets to help sway your decision.
Looking for thick, delicious, instagram-worthy milkshakes? This is your stop! We all need a sugar boost on a long road trip, and Shake Shed delivers on that front.
Transport yourself to Paris with this sweet stop. Try their macarons, top-shelf mousse, and vanilla bean millefeuille while sipping a rich, hot coffee.
Let the kids burn off some energy working their way through an escape room while you relax with a drink and a board game. This is the ultimate family night out – or date night if it works for you!
Restaurants
Dine on the patio of a lighthouse. It really doesn’t get any more maritime than that! The Lighthouse by 540 is a temporary setup through the summer so you can enjoy amazing views while you eat.
Have you ever drank a margarita out of a sandcastle mold? After a visit to Qué Padre you can say that you have! Enjoy some live music while you’re there for the full experience.
You know how it’s always those little restaurants that end up having the most delicious food? That describes Razia Kitchen. Authentic Indian and Pakistani to satisfy those cravings on the road.
Expand your tastebuds with fresh seafood in different culinary styles. Get the kids to try escargot, or play it safe with fettucine alfredo. Either way, everyone will be leaving full and happy.
Things To Do
Visit tourismfredericton.ca to plan your visit to Fredericton!
