Sightseeing
Shediac’s main attraction and one of the warmest salt water beaches in Canada. Short 5 min drive by car-12 min ride by bicycle and 45 min walk in the scenic town’s trail system. We recommend the Euston park social beer garden for a place to eat.
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Parlee Beach Provincial Park
45 Parlee Beach RdShediac’s main attraction and one of the warmest salt water beaches in Canada. Short 5 min drive by car-12 min ride by bicycle and 45 min walk in the scenic town’s trail system. We recommend the Euston park social beer garden for a place to eat.
Giant sculpture that commemorates the town’s lobster fishing industry. 11 metres long and 5 metres tall, weighing 90 tonnes! Cute little colorful info shops around the area.
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Giant Lobster
229 Main StGiant sculpture that commemorates the town’s lobster fishing industry. 11 metres long and 5 metres tall, weighing 90 tonnes! Cute little colorful info shops around the area.
Same spot as the giant lobster, if you want to do something exciting. Reserve online before going is recommended. You can do kayaking and stand up paddle boards to enjoy stunning sceneries of the Shediac Bay and Scoudouc River.
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Shediac Paddle Shack
231A Main StSame spot as the giant lobster, if you want to do something exciting. Reserve online before going is recommended. You can do kayaking and stand up paddle boards to enjoy stunning sceneries of the Shediac Bay and Scoudouc River.
Scenic marina that offers restaurants, ice-cream shop, souvenir shop, boat cruise, wharf café and a lobster information center. You can even watch fisherman load their traps and see their catches, mostly if lobster season is on! Some even take a dip near the lighthouse.
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Pointe-du-chene wharf
Scenic marina that offers restaurants, ice-cream shop, souvenir shop, boat cruise, wharf café and a lobster information center. You can even watch fisherman load their traps and see their catches, mostly if lobster season is on! Some even take a dip near the lighthouse.
2 types of Tours; You will have the pleasure to learn Acadian culture and discover all there is to know about lobsters or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the Bay. Look online for their dates and times.
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Croisières Shediac Bay Cruises
60 Pointe-du-Chêne Wharf Rd2 types of Tours; You will have the pleasure to learn Acadian culture and discover all there is to know about lobsters or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the Bay. Look online for their dates and times.
Also located near the Big Lobster, this is an interpretive center that offers guided tours of marine species and ecosystems; and mostly on the lobsters of Shediac Bay. Fun for adults and children alike. New building since Summer 2022.
7 locals recommend
Ecocentre Homarus Ecocentre
229 Pointe-du-Chêne Wharf RdAlso located near the Big Lobster, this is an interpretive center that offers guided tours of marine species and ecosystems; and mostly on the lobsters of Shediac Bay. Fun for adults and children alike. New building since Summer 2022.
Little area to see and learn about the area’s railroad and transportation history. Various artifacts and photos showing technological advancements as well as other significant moments in Shediac’s railways system that are on exhibit at this museum. 30 Min max. Free.
Shediac Old Train Station Museum
231 Belliveau AveLittle area to see and learn about the area’s railroad and transportation history. Various artifacts and photos showing technological advancements as well as other significant moments in Shediac’s railways system that are on exhibit at this museum. 30 Min max. Free.
Food scene
If you have time on your hands, and want to learn more about the town of Shediac and its history, you will appreciate this walking tour guide. The longest tour includes tastings of local foods.
Viva Shediac
229 Main StIf you have time on your hands, and want to learn more about the town of Shediac and its history, you will appreciate this walking tour guide. The longest tour includes tastings of local foods.
Neighbourhoods
Two things come to mind when visiting this small lovely town. Parlee Beach and Restaurants! Shediac is certainly a foodie destination for tourists. Seafood lovers; almost every location offers this on their menu (and obviously lobster!). If you want to try something fun and different, le Moque Tortue Bistro is about 2 mins walk from here. Their menu and decor is Alice in Wonderland themed and they have the most extensive board game in Atlantic Canada.
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Shediac
Two things come to mind when visiting this small lovely town. Parlee Beach and Restaurants! Shediac is certainly a foodie destination for tourists. Seafood lovers; almost every location offers this on their menu (and obviously lobster!). If you want to try something fun and different, le Moque Tortue Bistro is about 2 mins walk from here. Their menu and decor is Alice in Wonderland themed and they have the most extensive board game in Atlantic Canada.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Sunday’s Summer Shediac Market is a must
Located at 10 Weldon St (Pascal Poirier Park), this great outdoor market starts in mid-June until mid-September, every Sunday 9-2pm. Many local producers and vendors; culinary delights and artisanal products.
Don't miss
Shediac’s Lobster Festival week and flee market
Festival: If you are in town July 1-9, this is a must. Plenty of activities planned. We usually leave a booklet in the loft.
Flee market: July 13-16. Location : 84 festival st, Shediac
What to pack
Pack Beach necessities!
Parlee Beach is the main attraction! For you to enjoy the beach, don’t forget your bathing suit! We provide some towels, a beach bag and beach chairs you can use if needed!
Ways to save
Parlee beach parking fees
The daily parking fee to go to Parlee Beach is around 13$, although parking is free after 5pm. If you are up for it, there is nice trails to get there so its free to access. Its around a 40 min walk in the trails (pack sneakers!) -12 mins by bike from here. That's what we usually do if we want to get there early and not pay parking.
Getting around
Walking around town adds to the experience
We are located on Main street of town. a 5-10 mins walk gets you to most of Shediac’s town attractions, which are mostly restaurants and shops. Biking too adds more fun to sightseeing.
Customs and culture
Waste sorting system
Shediac has a 3 bag waste sorting system (colored bag system). We left a guide in the loft to help you know what goes in what, but its pretty basic: Green- organics. Blue-recyclables. Clear-everything else!
Book before you go
Restaurants
During the busy tourist summer months, booking a reservation in advance to restaurants that offers the option, assures you a place! Recommend.