Kingston “Where history and innovation thrive”.

Located halfway between Montreal and Toronto, Kingston is an eclectic mix of old and new.

Renowned as the fresh-water capital of North America, Kingston is a major port to cruise the famous Thousand Islands. Kingston is also the starting point of the Rideau Canal from Lake Ontario leading to Ottawa, Canada’s capital city.

Kingston hosts an abundance of festivals and events throughout the year, but summer comes alive with its’ boating events. Every August the city is a hub of activity when hundreds of sailors converge for C.O.R.K., the annual Canadian Olympic Training Regatta.

Not only is Kingston an incredible cruising destination but it is also full of history and tradition. Visitors can visit the resting-place of Sir John A. MacDonald, Canada's first Prime Minister, Fort Henry, a 19th century British Military Fortress, or one of the seventeen museums that showcase everything from woodworking tools to military and technological advances.

Kingston welcomes you to enjoy our city and all it has to offer!

Kingston “Where history and innovation thrive”.

Located halfway between Montreal and Toronto, Kingston is an eclectic mix of old and new.

Renowned as the fresh-water capital of North America, Kingston is a major port to cruise the famous Thousand Islands. Kingston is also the starting point of the Rideau Canal from Lake Ontario leading to Ottawa, Canada’s capital city.

Kingston hosts an abundance of festivals and events throughout the year, but summer comes alive with its’ boating events. Every August the city is a hub of activity when hundreds of sailors converge for C.O.R.K., the annual Canadian Olympic Training Regatta.

Not only is Kingston an incredible cruising destination but it is also full of history and tradition. Visitors can visit the resting-place of Sir John A. MacDonald, Canada's first Prime Minister, Fort Henry, a 19th century British Military Fortress, or one of the seventeen museums that showcase everything from woodworking tools to military and technological advances.

Kingston welcomes you to enjoy our city and all it has to offer!

1) Our beautiful, historic setting surrounding Kingston's harbourfront. Fabulous shops, amazing restaurants and cafes, beautiful parks, and tasty provisioning places (grocery stores, LCBO specialty food places and bakeries) are all just steps from our city's marina.

2) The World Famous Rideau Canal begins here where Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River meet.

3) The incredible Thousand Islands run east to Brockville - 50 miles from here with the largest of the 1000 Islands - Wolfe Island - located just off Kingston.

4) Summertime festivals, concerts and events fill the calendar and most are held either in Confederation Park or Market Square - just a two minute walk from the harbourfront.

5) For those boaters who do not have sleeping accommodations aboard, or those looking for a night away from their vessel, Kingston has a wide variety of excellent accommodation choices near the harbour.

6) Our Tour Trolley, Fort Henry, many diverse museums and galleries, and the 1000 Island Boat Tours are just a few of the most popular attractions that Kingston has to offer to all tourists.

7) Our new large venue entertainment centre is conveniently located 3 blocks from the Harbour.

8) The newly renovated Grand Theatre is 6 blocks from the harbour and will offer excellent live productions.

9) Kingston is a Canada Blooms award winning city for 2007 so one will find beautiful gardens everywhere.

10) Kingston's waters are world class for sailing and scuba diving.

1) Our beautiful, historic setting surrounding Kingston's harbourfront. Fabulous shops, amazing restaurants and cafes, beautiful parks, and tasty provisioning places (grocery stores, LCBO specialty food places and bakeries) are all just steps from our city's marina.

2) The World Famous Rideau Canal begins here where Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River meet.

3) The incredible Thousand Islands run east to Brockville - 50 miles from here with the largest of the 1000 Islands - Wolfe Island - located just off Kingston.

4) Summertime festivals, concerts and events fill the calendar and most are held either in Confederation Park or Market Square - just a two minute walk from the harbourfront.

5) For those boaters who do not have sleeping accommodations aboard, or those looking for a night away from their vessel, Kingston has a wide variety of excellent accommodation choices near the harbour.

6) Our Tour Trolley, Fort Henry, many diverse museums and galleries, and the 1000 Island Boat Tours are just a few of the most popular attractions that Kingston has to offer to all tourists.

7) Our new large venue entertainment centre is conveniently located 3 blocks from the Harbour.

8) The newly renovated Grand Theatre is 6 blocks from the harbour and will offer excellent live productions.

9) Kingston is a Canada Blooms award winning city for 2007 so one will find beautiful gardens everywhere.

10) Kingston's waters are world class for sailing and scuba diving.