Situated on the Miramichi River and surrounded by national parks, Miramichi is a laid-back city with bustling waterfront dining and shopping hubs, historical museums and iconic buildings. You can also get out among stunning Canadian nature at a nearby island and relax in the riverside parks.
Things to do in Miramichi
If you’re visiting with your family, head to Ritchie Wharf Park, a public waterfront park with a nautical-themed playground, splash pad and a charming boardwalk lined with eateries. Keen golfers can visit the Miramichi Golf & Country Club, which boasts immaculate fairways and greens, along with the on-site restaurant, Mulligans, which serves hearty breakfasts and cold beer.
Need some retail therapy? Make a beeline for Northumberland Square, an expansive shopping mall with national clothing chains and a nearby cinema. It’s a short walk from the popular Riverside Pub and delicious pizzas at Pizza Pro. On the other side of the Miramichi River, Water Street offers unique boutiques and inviting restaurants, such as Cunard for Chinese cuisine and Viking Pizza & Mediterranean Pizza.
Nature lovers will enjoy exploring Beaubears Island, which boasts French and Indian War history and is home to the Boishébert National Historic Site. You can embark on a kayaking excursion or stroll along the island’s picturesque beaches.
Discover more about the city’s past at the Miramichi History Museum, which features ancient tools and weapons, old photographs and historic documents. It’s a short walk from St. Michael's Museum, which is actually a Gothic-style church with beautiful stained-glass windows and marble pillars.
Getting around Miramichi
Miramichi is about 1.5 hours’ drive from Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport and Fredericton International Airport. It’s also serviced by Canadian National Railway trains and has public buses and taxis within the city limits. You can explore certain areas on foot.