Kingston,
the first capital of Upper Canada, has a winning combination of
historic architecture, waterfront trails, extensive boutique shopping,
many museums and live theatre. Cycling is popular on nearby Wolfe
Island and on country roads between Kingston and Gananoque. Lake Ontario
and the St. Lawrence River offer some of the best fresh water sailing
in the world and submerged wrecks are popular with scuba divers. During
summer, day cruises and romantic dinner cruises sail from Kingston harbour
daily into the magnificent 1000
Islands.
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While in Kingston, enjoy the following:
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 The
Grand Theatre
The original Grand Theatre was built in the 1800s as an Opera
Theatre. Professional entertainment, from the Kingston Symphony
to theatricals, are enjoyed year-round.
- Agnes
Etherington Art Museum
The strength of the gallery is the diversity of the collections:
historical and contemporary Canadian work as well as European
Old Masters. Works on paper, decorative arts and African sculpture
all have pride of place here, making the Agnes Etherington one
of the top university art galleries in Canada.
- 1000
Islands Cruises
The magnificent 1000 islands are a "must" on any visit
to eastern Ontario, and Kingston is a convenient departure point.
1000 Islands Cruises offers a cruise for everyone: a 90-minute
tour of Kingston’s historic harbour, a 3-hour “heart
of the islands” cruise aboard a replica paddle wheeler
with live entertainment and scenery second to none. There are
also dinner cruises: fine dining with an ever-changing view.
- Fort
Henry Kingston
Fort Henry is both a museum and a spectacular historical experience.
This marvelous reproduction of 19th century military life offers
guided tours, scenic views and musical performance by a military
band. The Fort also plays host to special ceremonies and events
throughout the tourist season.
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Haunted Walk Kingston
The Original Haunted Walk is a 90-minute walking tour through
the limestone city by lantern-light, featuring the best stories
of hangings at the old Courthouse, the organist's ghost and
more. Tours nightly May-October. Also try Ghosts of the Fort,
with its focus on supernatural encounters at Old Fort Henry.
- Thousand
Islands Casino
Straddling the historic communities of Leeds and Thousand Islands,
and Gananoque, OLG Casino Thousand Islands is a first-class
gaming experience in a magnificent natural setting. Located
just 20 minutes east of Kingston
Kingston is one of
Ontario's best locations for boutique shopping, with quality shops
selling apparel, home and garden decor, books, fine foods and
more. Here are two popular choices:
- For Every Season
This is the place to buy unique wrought iron accents for garden
or home. From arbours and fencing to wine racks and chandeliers,
ready-made or custom-designed.
- Cornerstone Fine Arts/Fine Crafts
Located on Kingston’s waterfront, historic McCaulay House
is the home of Cornerstone Fine Arts/Fine Crafts. For two decades
this spacious and friendly shop has promoted work by some of
Canada’s finest artisans. Knowledgeable staff help visitors
choose from a selection of ceramics, glass, metal, jewellery,
wood, textiles, and etchings. A special feature of Cornerstone
is the Inuit Art: soapstone carvings and prints from Canada’s
north.
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