Saint John City Market
Saint John City Market
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Monday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Open year-round, Monday to Saturday, the Saint John City Market offers a unique shopping experience for locals and visitors alike. Nowhere else in Saint John can you experience a traditional "farmers market" while shopping for such a wide selection of goods and services, ranging from dulse to hand-made local crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal from one of the numerous restaurants, featuring local and international foods. The market is alive with the sounds of busy clerks and shoppers, the aroma of fresh food, and colorful displays of produce, meats and seafood. Browse for Maritime crafts, imported items, and items hand-crafted by the City Market's own resident artists.
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Laurie B
Hewitt, New Jersey, United States40 contributions
Jun 2022
This is such a homely lovely place to visit even in the rain as we had. Hampton Creators has whimsical jewelry handmade from flowers and maple leaves. The Butcher's Daughter has jewelry and masks and pottery to just cherish. I bought these sealing wax earrings, and one pair or ring/necklace nicer than the last, hard to choose. AND the duck/soap lady was a HOOT, and I shall have new ducks to leave on our ships to surprise people with and also OATCAKES, handmade treats and eats and the cat/dog toys for pets lady, what a sweetie. Highly recommended.
GO, the reversing falls are ok, but catch a video, in the rain? You can't beat this fun place with such great merchants. Felt like visiting friends. PS I wrote a poem called "The Toff and The Roof Tiler's Daughter" and in France we at at the Baker's Wife, so high marks to the name of that shop.
GO, the reversing falls are ok, but catch a video, in the rain? You can't beat this fun place with such great merchants. Felt like visiting friends. PS I wrote a poem called "The Toff and The Roof Tiler's Daughter" and in France we at at the Baker's Wife, so high marks to the name of that shop.
Written June 10, 2022
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OHsoccermom5
Hilliard, OH249 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We booked a "bucket list" tour of St John, which stopped at this market. It was quaint, charming, and delightful.
If you are looking for items not available in the States, then I would recommend the Nainamo Bars and the smoked meat sandwich.
If you are looking for items not available in the States, then I would recommend the Nainamo Bars and the smoked meat sandwich.
Written August 30, 2022
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Timezone Travelers
Venice, FL1,580 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Incredibly pricey for a farmers market. The produce looked fresh but since we stopped at a cruise ship we did not purchase anything. The T-shirts and other trinkets that people were selling were priced incredibly high for a farmers market which was disappointing to us.
Written September 29, 2022
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TO-psych
Toronto, Canada559 contributions
Jun 2022
I enjoyed stopping by here on a recent trip. I had already eaten, and wished I hadn't! There were some delicious smelling foods being made including fresh pasta, Lebanese food, and Korean food among many others. This is also a nice place to shop for souvenirs. I got some nice items from Fiddling Ferns - screen printed bags, napkins, tea towels and such. The artist herself was there. They also have a place you can try local beers and there is a seating area. They have many jams, honeys, mustards and sauces for purchase but as I am traveling by air without checked luggage, I didn't buy any.
On some nights, there is an evening market directly beside the building with outdoor food stalls and artisans.
On some nights, there is an evening market directly beside the building with outdoor food stalls and artisans.
Written June 6, 2022
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DeanMurphy2020
Orlando, FL7,757 contributions
Jun 2022
This is a farmers’ market on steroids! Acres of anything and everything one want, even things one doesn’t want☺ Kid in a candy store cliché ring a bell? There are, of course, fruits, veggies, baked goods, and a host of other food items. Kitschy gifts galore, and many useful items are available. The market is on several floors and corridors lead to separate specialty businesses. I found it overwhelming, but enjoyable.
Written October 4, 2022
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dambanker
Toronto, Canada1,807 contributions
Jul 2022
It is an interesting place to visit for the first time. Lots of activity and all sorts of vendors here. The 2 highlights was the building/setting itself and of course all the seafood vendors here. That's what drew us here. Other than that its really just another market place.
Worth a quick visit especially if you want some fresh seafood take home.
Worth a quick visit especially if you want some fresh seafood take home.
Written August 20, 2022
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TorontoRose1
Markham, Canada8 contributions
Aug 2022
what a sad sad place to visit. I expected more. Supposed to be open daily to 6 but when we arrived at 3, half the stalls and places were closing for the day or had already shuttered. This was a summer Friday afternoon. As a visitor, we were disappointed and let down. So much potential but more like a wasted space of what once was in my opinion.
Written September 3, 2022
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kkhappl
Orlando, FL82 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
Not much to do or see. Small market with a few shops. Nothing special. Thought it would have been better. Maybe it is better when the cruise ship is town or closer to season. We went on June 1st, a Saturday at 4:15 and most of the places in the market were closed. The bar at the end had pretty terrible music on full blast.
Written June 1, 2024
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Rudy B
Ocean City, MD1,124 contributions
Sept 2022
I was disappointed and this would have been a stop on our tour that I would have skipped. I gave it 5-stars since the tour brochure accurately described the place. They definitely used some fancy photography to make this place look more interesting than it really is. We did buy artwork there, so that was a plus - but you can skip going here.
Written October 2, 2022
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C S
Vancouver, Canada54 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
Beautiful and lively market. Lots of friendly vendors, food, drink, artisan stuffs, and alcohol. We really enjoyed our walk through and the little pop up bar in back. I’d recommend about 30 minutes to see it all… more if you want to grab a drink!
Written August 12, 2021
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Do the (most) of the vendors take credit card as payment? Or do they require cash?
Written November 8, 2022
The smaller vendors prefer cash, but the majority will accept many payments forms. I used cash for the only purchase I made, as I cannot be sure of foreign transaction fees and/or conversion rate. Both Canada and the States are going to a cashless society. It's sad if you plan a visit there in the winter. Five Canadian couples own homes along my street, as wintertime residences. Three couple arrive next week, two wait until after Christmas. The grandchildren, you know?
Written November 8, 2022
Are leashed dogs allowed into the market?
Written March 18, 2019
SJCityMarket
Saint John, Canada
Sorry leashed dogs are not allowed in the Market primarily of the number of food establishments.
Written March 19, 2019
Yes on getting transportation. It's not very far to walk either. we walked around all day from the port. Taxi's, bus and I believe there's horse drawn carriages.
Written March 13, 2019
Is the market within walking distance of where cruise ships dock?
Written September 11, 2018
Is there parking near the Market
Written February 19, 2018
SJCityMarket
Saint John, Canada
There sure is there is parking on South Market street directly adjacent to the market.
Written February 27, 2018
Will the Market be open on Sunday, May 14?
Written May 11, 2017
SJCityMarket
Saint John, Canada
Unfortunately we do not open on Sunday's. Most of our vendor's are family run businesses and Sunday is the only day they have off.
I hope you can make it in another day. :)
Written May 12, 2017
I was thinking of moving to Saint John ,NB and I have my own Candle Business.
They are soy Wax Melts & Novelty Candles. Do you think that would be great for the Market.?
Thank You and look forward to hearing back from you. Also have a Happy Easter to everyone at the Farmers Market.
Written April 14, 2017
SJCityMarket
Saint John, Canada
I think that would be a very interesting fit for the market. I would like to meet to discuss further but yes I think that would be a nice addition to the market.
Written April 24, 2017
Is the Saint John City Market within walking distance of where the cruise ships (tenders?) dock?
Written January 4, 2017
SJCityMarket
Saint John, Canada
It sure is, it's approximately a 10-15 minute walk through the downtown of Saint John.
Written January 4, 2017
what are the hours? ( i couldn't find them) what is the parking situation ? is it wheelchair -friendly? thank you
Written August 20, 2016
Hi The City Market is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 6 pm. On Saturday it is open 7:30 am to 5 pm. Yes it is wheel chair accessible but is very steep so would recommend starting at the Charlotte Street entrance and going down to Germain Street exit. You can also go in the elevator into Brunswick Square from the Germain Street exit
Written August 21, 2016
Are dogs allowed inside the market? We'll be visiting for a few days in August with our medium sized dog and am planning activities while we're there.
Written July 16, 2016
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