Things to do

  • Grand Manan Whale & Seabird Research Station

    24 Route 776

    Grand Manan, NB E5G 1A1

    506-662-3804

    info@gmwsrs.ca

  • Grand Manan Museum

    Centrally located in Grand Harbour, our large community museum offers the Allen Moses Memorial Bird Collection, the McLaughlin Marine Galleries (containing many fishery exhibits as well as the Second Order Fresnel Lens from the Gannet Rock Lighthouse, Est. 1831), the L.K. Ingersoll Gallery of island history and cultural exhibits, a large six wall Marine Gallery Mural Exhibit featuring 139 species of marine life, a display of Island Geology, a Shipwrecks Gallery, the Deep Cove One-Room School House Exhibit, and the Grand Manan Archives of documents, photographs, and genealogical records. Twice weekly evening presentations throughout July-August, special events, and new exhibits yearly, compliment the more than 18 permanent galleries. The present museum was a Canada Centennial Project in 1967 and truly displays a “Living Reflection of Island History”.

    Phone: 506-662-3524

    1141 Route 776

    Email: gmadmin@grandmananmusem.ca

  • Swallowtail Lighthouse

    Historic lighthouse and Keeper's house built in 1860. Features Lighthouse tours, a gift shop, hiking trails and spectacular panoramic views. Open seasonally (May through October).


    (506) 609-2714
    swallowtail.lighthouse@gmail.com
    50 Lighthouse Rd.

  • Lambert Family Adventure Tours

    Welcome to the fabulous surroundings of Grand Manan! Together we’ll explore what Mother Nature has to share. Our unique tours happen several times each day from the beginning of July to the end of October. Our safe and friendly boat is great for individuals, couples and families! There’s a vast array of experiences here waiting for you!

    (506) 321-0944
    info@lambertfamilyadventuretours.com
    North Head Fisherman's Wharf

  • Grand Manan Island eBike Rentals

    Explore Grand Manan by eBike! Located just steps from the ferry we offer ebike rentals hourly, or by the day.

    (506) 662-4336
    rentals@gmebikes.com
    2 Pettes Cove Rd.

  • Island Jeep Tours

    Island Jeep Tours

    Go where only the locals know. Jenn's Jeep Tours offer a 3-4 hour adventure tour of Grand Manan and the outer islands, only accessible by 4WD. Every tour is unique, hitting the low tide opportunities to island hop and see Grand Manan from a different perspective. Great for birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers.

    (506) 660-4000
    onealhospitality@gmail.com
    1853 Route 776

  • Grand Manan Art Gallery

    The Grand Manan Art Gallery is a seasonal, volunteer run venue which is air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. The gallery presents six exhibits from early June through late September offering an interesting variety of shows featuring local artists and others from across the Maritimes and beyond. Two of our annual shows, The Island Art Show and Sale and The Square Foot Show and Sale, are excellent opportunities for both new and experienced artists to introduce themselves to our visitors. Application forms for both shows can be found on our website: www.grandmananartgallery.com The schedule for each season is also available on that site from late spring. Our gallery also has a popular shop offering a selection of prints and note cards for sale.

    506-662-3662
    gmag2121@gmail.com
    21 Cedar Street