Shediac vacation rentals

Shediac offers an idyllic seaside vacation

Located on New Brunswick’s scenic Arcadian shore, Shediac is a vibrant seaside community and the self-proclaimed lobster capital of the world. The town has been a favorite destination for decades, with visitors drawn not only by the fine seafood but also by activities and attractions that make a stay in a Shediac vacation rental an opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime. Spend lazy days on the sand, take a dip in Canada’s warmest salt water, get the perfect selfie with the world’s largest model lobster, or venture further afield for family fun at the Magic Mountain Water Park and Magnetic Hill Zoo.

Activities and attractions in and around Shediac

Are you looking for attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Shediac a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Magnetic Hill Zoo (17.7 mi / 28.5 km)
• Magic Mountain Water Park (17.8 mi / 28.7 km)
• Magnetic Hill Winery (17.9 mi / 28.8 km)
• South Cove Camping and Golf (0.6 mi / 1 km)
• Pine Needles Golf and Country Club (6 mi / 9.7 km)
• East Coast Karting (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)

Spend fun-packed days on the beach in Shediac

Parlee Beach might well prove to be a regular stop during your stay in Shediac. This popular stretch of sand offers daily volleyball and Frisbee games and a summer sand castle day, as well as the chance to simply relax and top up your tan. If you’re longing to enjoy the water, the whole family can dive in thanks to the supervised swimming area and, of course, activities such as windsurfing and kayaking are always on the cards. Between June and October, local cruise operators invite you to join the crew on tranquil excursions around the bay and culinary cruises complete with a slap-up lobster meal.

Shediac is a popular summer vacation spot

Shediac is well known as a summer destination and it’s from July through to mid-September that you’ll enjoy the sunniest days, the most abundant lobster bounty, and the chance to attend the town’s weekly Shediac Park Markets, Artist Village events, and annual Motorcycle and Lobster Festivals. Fall, particularly around October time, holds its own appeal for visitors, thanks in part to the wider available choice, and often lower rates, for Shediac vacation rentals but mainly because of the glorious colors that begin to grace the green spaces dotted along the coast.

Explore a variety of landscapes in and around Shediac

The town’s setting on New Brunswick’s eastern seashore brings a variety of landscapes into play. The beach is an obvious highlight, particularly over the summer months when marine life is readily visible, but you shouldn’t miss the chance to explore the Kouchibouguac National Park. Located under an hour’s drive of Shediac, this park features sprawling forests and vast salt marshes, tranquil lagoons, and scenic walks along the sand of the surrounding barrier islands. Even closer to Shediac is the beautiful Irving Arboretum where a graceful weeping willow tree is just one of the natural delights you can discover.

Transportation options to and around Shediac

Fly into Moncton, NB (YQM-Greater Moncton Intl.), the closest airport, located 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from the city center.