Dating in Uptown Saint John
In shortUptown is the city's historic core, with heritage buildings, galleries and walkable streets. It is the easy choice for a first meeting, since everything is close and public. The City Market sits right in the middle.
A first date idea
Lunch at the City Market
The Saint John City Market at 47 Charlotte Street calls itself the oldest continuing farmers' market in Canada and is a National Historic Site. It opens Monday to Saturday from 7:30 AM, stays open until 9 PM on Thursdays and is closed on Sundays. Hours can change on holidays and cruise ship days.
Source: Discover Saint John: Saint John City Market, checked 9 November 2026
Meet for lunch at the City Market on Charlotte Street.
For more ideas, read planning dates around the tide or starting over in a smaller city.
