Guidebook for Kingston
Essentials
The is the closest grocery store. It is withing walking distance and is very budget friendly. Please note that they only accept cash and debit cards, not credit cards (this is very rare since almost 100% of the stores take credit cards in addition to cash and debit).
Gord & Kim's No Frills
1030 Coverdale DrThe is the closest grocery store. It is withing walking distance and is very budget friendly. Please note that they only accept cash and debit cards, not credit cards (this is very rare since almost 100% of the stores take credit cards in addition to cash and debit).
This is the closest pharmacy. It is quite large and also sells a lot of health and beauty items, food and essentials.
Rexall Pharma Plus
1009 Coverdale DriveThis is the closest pharmacy. It is quite large and also sells a lot of health and beauty items, food and essentials.
Liquor store where you can purchase wine, beer and spirits. You can find local wines here, just ask the friendly staff.
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LCBO
34 Barrack StLiquor store where you can purchase wine, beer and spirits. You can find local wines here, just ask the friendly staff.
This is the nearest wine store (fairly limited and doesn't have local wines. For that, go to an LCBO). Only sells wine but there is a Beer Store in the same plaza.
Wine Rack
277 Princess StThis is the nearest wine store (fairly limited and doesn't have local wines. For that, go to an LCBO). Only sells wine but there is a Beer Store in the same plaza.
The Beer Store (closest beer store). Only sells beer and some coolers but there is a wine store in the same plaza (Wine Rack).
1625 Bath Rd
1625 Bath RoadThe Beer Store (closest beer store). Only sells beer and some coolers but there is a wine store in the same plaza (Wine Rack).
Closest Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy/store. Has lots of health and beauty items and some grocery items as well. www.shoppersdrugmart.ca
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Shoppers Drug Mart
1201 Division StClosest Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy/store. Has lots of health and beauty items and some grocery items as well. www.shoppersdrugmart.ca
Coin laundry, dry cleaning and alterations. FREE WIFI! http://frontenaccoinlaundry.com/
Frontenac Mall Coin Laundry
1300 Bath RoadCoin laundry, dry cleaning and alterations. FREE WIFI! http://frontenaccoinlaundry.com/
Entertainment & Activities
LOTS TO DO YEAR ROUND
Ontario's oldest running Farmers Market. OPERATES ON TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS, APRIL THROUGH TO NOVEMBER. MARKET HOURS ARE FROM 9 AM - 6 PM
http://www.kingstonpublicmarket.ca/
Watch a movie outside in the SUMMER with "Movies in the Square". It's 100% FREE and is great for families with kids of all ages. Only available in June, July and August and starts at dusk. Bring a picnic blanket (provided) or foldable chairs (not provided) to sit on.
http://www.downtownkingston.ca/movies
Go skating for FREE in the WINTER. Must bring own skates.
https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/recreation/facilities/arenas/springer-market-square
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Springer Market Square
216 Ontario StLOTS TO DO YEAR ROUND
Ontario's oldest running Farmers Market. OPERATES ON TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS, APRIL THROUGH TO NOVEMBER. MARKET HOURS ARE FROM 9 AM - 6 PM
http://www.kingstonpublicmarket.ca/
Watch a movie outside in the SUMMER with "Movies in the Square". It's 100% FREE and is great for families with kids of all ages. Only available in June, July and August and starts at dusk. Bring a picnic blanket (provided) or foldable chairs (not provided) to sit on.
http://www.downtownkingston.ca/movies
Go skating for FREE in the WINTER. Must bring own skates.
https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/recreation/facilities/arenas/springer-market-square
Drive in theatre, Mini-putt, Go-Karts, and Batting Cages!
www.funworldpark.com
Kingston Family Fun World Park
Drive in theatre, Mini-putt, Go-Karts, and Batting Cages!
www.funworldpark.com
Putt N' Blast
1300 Bath RdGlow in the dark mini-putt and laser tag! http://www.puttnblast.com/
Cloverleaf Lanes
10 Bath RdBowling alley that's been open since 1962! http://www.cloverleaflanes.com/
Sightseeing
Visit the famous Boldt Castle on Heart Island (a heart shaped island). www.boldtcastle.com
Construction began on Boldt Castle in 1900 at the bidding of millionaire hotel magnate George C. Boldt as a tribute to his beloved wife Louise. Boldt Castle was designed as their summer dream home. A castle rivaling those of Europe, built on the St. Lawrence River, in the heart of the 1000 Islands. However it was not to be, Mrs. Boldt passed away suddenly just months before the completion of the castle. Mr. Boldt was inconsolable and immediately stopped all construction on Heart Island, leaving the property vacant for over seventy years…
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Boldt Castle and Yacht House
1 Heart IslandVisit the famous Boldt Castle on Heart Island (a heart shaped island). www.boldtcastle.com
Construction began on Boldt Castle in 1900 at the bidding of millionaire hotel magnate George C. Boldt as a tribute to his beloved wife Louise. Boldt Castle was designed as their summer dream home. A castle rivaling those of Europe, built on the St. Lawrence River, in the heart of the 1000 Islands. However it was not to be, Mrs. Boldt passed away suddenly just months before the completion of the castle. Mr. Boldt was inconsolable and immediately stopped all construction on Heart Island, leaving the property vacant for over seventy years…
Take the Wolfe Island Ferry for FREE over to Wolfe Island. You can walk on or take your car. There are some nice restaurants on the water and a small convenience store. It's a beautiful island to drive around and there is a beach (not free) as well called Big Sandy Bay. http://www.wolfeisland.com/
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Wolfe Island
Take the Wolfe Island Ferry for FREE over to Wolfe Island. You can walk on or take your car. There are some nice restaurants on the water and a small convenience store. It's a beautiful island to drive around and there is a beach (not free) as well called Big Sandy Bay. http://www.wolfeisland.com/
Take a short walk over to the marina where you'll get to see sailboats in the summer! http://collinsbaymarina.com/
Collins Bay Marina
1270 Coverdale DrTake a short walk over to the marina where you'll get to see sailboats in the summer! http://collinsbaymarina.com/
Tickets to tour the famous, or rather infamous, "Kingston Pen" are now on available. Tours through Kingston Penitentiary will offer a rare and unique opportunity to go behind the walls of Canada’s oldest and most notorious maximum security prison. Closed in 2013, the guided tours will provide an up-close look at KP as an amazing historical building and a national historic site, which predates Canadian confederation. Canada's Penitentiary Museum is also across the street.
https://www.kingstonpentour.com/
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Penitenciaría de Kingston
560 King St WTickets to tour the famous, or rather infamous, "Kingston Pen" are now on available. Tours through Kingston Penitentiary will offer a rare and unique opportunity to go behind the walls of Canada’s oldest and most notorious maximum security prison. Closed in 2013, the guided tours will provide an up-close look at KP as an amazing historical building and a national historic site, which predates Canadian confederation. Canada's Penitentiary Museum is also across the street.
https://www.kingstonpentour.com/
Visit Canada's Penitentiary Museum, the award-winning museum dedicated solely to the preservation and interpretation of the history of our federal penitentiaries! Located at the birthplace of the Correctional Service of Canada in Kingston Ontario, the museum is housed within the former Warden's residence of Kingston Penitentiary.
http://www.penitentiarymuseum.ca/
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Correctional Service of Canada Museum
555 King St WVisit Canada's Penitentiary Museum, the award-winning museum dedicated solely to the preservation and interpretation of the history of our federal penitentiaries! Located at the birthplace of the Correctional Service of Canada in Kingston Ontario, the museum is housed within the former Warden's residence of Kingston Penitentiary.
http://www.penitentiarymuseum.ca/
Celebrating 75 years, visit Fort Henry Kingston, a Canadian Tourism Signature Experience, built in 1832-37. See the world famous Fort Henry Guard, Guided Tours, Dine by candlelight or under the stars on the new Patio. Exciting new special events all summer long - including our NEW Sunset Ceremony.
http://www.forthenry.com/
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Sitio Histórico Nacional Fort Henry
1 Fort Henry DrCelebrating 75 years, visit Fort Henry Kingston, a Canadian Tourism Signature Experience, built in 1832-37. See the world famous Fort Henry Guard, Guided Tours, Dine by candlelight or under the stars on the new Patio. Exciting new special events all summer long - including our NEW Sunset Ceremony.
http://www.forthenry.com/
Kingston's City Hall at 216 Ontario St. is a national historic site, and remains the centre for administering and governing the City of Kingston.
https://www.cityofkingston.ca/city-hall
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Kingston City Hall
216 Ontario StKingston's City Hall at 216 Ontario St. is a national historic site, and remains the centre for administering and governing the City of Kingston.
https://www.cityofkingston.ca/city-hall
Spanning over 8km, the possibilities are endless! You can hop on a bus tour, enjoy a boat cruise around the 1000 Islands, or take in a free ride on the Wolfe Island Ferry! Don’t underestimate a leisurely stroll along the Waterfront Trail or along the streets of Kingston, either! Enjoy the historic buildings and settle down afterwards at one of the many downtown patios for a refreshing beverage while looking out onto the water.
http://www.visitkingston.ca/splish-splash-the-kingston-waterfront/
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Waterfront Pathway
Waterfront PathwaySpanning over 8km, the possibilities are endless! You can hop on a bus tour, enjoy a boat cruise around the 1000 Islands, or take in a free ride on the Wolfe Island Ferry! Don’t underestimate a leisurely stroll along the Waterfront Trail or along the streets of Kingston, either! Enjoy the historic buildings and settle down afterwards at one of the many downtown patios for a refreshing beverage while looking out onto the water.
http://www.visitkingston.ca/splish-splash-the-kingston-waterfront/
Kingston is famous for their boat cruises! 1000 Islands Sightseeing, Lunch & Dinner cruises with entertainment. Hop On Hop Off Trolley tours, 21 National Historic sites, UNESCO World Heritage. http://www.1000islandscruises.ca/
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Cruceros de Kingston 1000 Islands
248 Ontario StKingston is famous for their boat cruises! 1000 Islands Sightseeing, Lunch & Dinner cruises with entertainment. Hop On Hop Off Trolley tours, 21 National Historic sites, UNESCO World Heritage. http://www.1000islandscruises.ca/
Parks & Nature
World’s largest baymouth barrier dune formation
Three expansive sandy beaches that some say are among the best in Canada; Outlet Beach is perfect for families, with shallow waters and gentle drop off
Location jutting out into Lake Ontario means that this park is a bird migration hotspot in spring and fall
Walking trails that allow visitors to experience the dune and wetland habitats of the park
Daily interpretive programming for the whole family during summer months
Great starting point to explore Prince Edward County known for its bicycle touring, wineries, food and antiques
www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks
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Parque Provincial de Sandbanks
3004 County Road 12World’s largest baymouth barrier dune formation
Three expansive sandy beaches that some say are among the best in Canada; Outlet Beach is perfect for families, with shallow waters and gentle drop off
Location jutting out into Lake Ontario means that this park is a bird migration hotspot in spring and fall
Walking trails that allow visitors to experience the dune and wetland habitats of the park
Daily interpretive programming for the whole family during summer months
Great starting point to explore Prince Edward County known for its bicycle touring, wineries, food and antiques
www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks
Take the free ferry over to Wolfe Island and then enjoy this beach (there is an admission fee). http://www.bigsandybay.ca/
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Big Sandy Bay Conservation Area
Big Sandy Bay TrailTake the free ferry over to Wolfe Island and then enjoy this beach (there is an admission fee). http://www.bigsandybay.ca/
Take a short walk to Kingston's finest conservation area (FREE)! Take a hike, go swimming, and enjoy the picnic areas and playgrounds. https://crca.ca/conservation-lands/conservation-areas/lemoine-point-conservation-area/
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Lemoine Point Conservation Area
1440 Coverdale DrTake a short walk to Kingston's finest conservation area (FREE)! Take a hike, go swimming, and enjoy the picnic areas and playgrounds. https://crca.ca/conservation-lands/conservation-areas/lemoine-point-conservation-area/
The Thousand Islands are a group of more than 1,800 islands in the St. Lawrence River, straddling the border of the U.S. and Canada. A fashionable retreat for the elite in the late 19th century, today the area is a hub for outdoor activities. It’s home to elaborate island mansions such as the German-style Boldt Castle on Heart Island, and Singer Castle on Dark Island, with its Gothic windows and secret passageways. http://www.visit1000islands.com/
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Parque Nacional de las Mil Islas
Thousand Islands PkwyThe Thousand Islands are a group of more than 1,800 islands in the St. Lawrence River, straddling the border of the U.S. and Canada. A fashionable retreat for the elite in the late 19th century, today the area is a hub for outdoor activities. It’s home to elaborate island mansions such as the German-style Boldt Castle on Heart Island, and Singer Castle on Dark Island, with its Gothic windows and secret passageways. http://www.visit1000islands.com/
Shopping
Newly renovated, large, indoor shopping mall with two levels and a food court. Great for a rainy day!
www.cataraquitowncentre.ca
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Cataraqui Centre station
Newly renovated, large, indoor shopping mall with two levels and a food court. Great for a rainy day!
www.cataraquitowncentre.ca
Small, fairly limited but very budget-friendly mall. Good for picking up essentials at the dollar store and inexpensive grocery store. Also has an antique store and mini-putt!
http://frontenacmall.com/
Frontenac Mall (north side of Bath)
Small, fairly limited but very budget-friendly mall. Good for picking up essentials at the dollar store and inexpensive grocery store. Also has an antique store and mini-putt!
http://frontenacmall.com/
Outdoor Outlet Mall. Lots of great name-brand stores and deals! http://kingscrossing.ca/
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King’s Crossing Fashion Outlets
95 Dalton AveOutdoor Outlet Mall. Lots of great name-brand stores and deals! http://kingscrossing.ca/
Closest dollar store. Really big and great for picking up essentials. Everything is $1.25 CAD.
Dollar Tree
1683 Bath RdClosest dollar store. Really big and great for picking up essentials. Everything is $1.25 CAD.
Gigantic Walmart store where you can find anything you need including clothes, groceries, pharmacy, vision care, and any other essentials. https://www.walmart.ca/en/kingston-supercentre/3043
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Walmart Kingston Supercentre
1130 Midland AveGigantic Walmart store where you can find anything you need including clothes, groceries, pharmacy, vision care, and any other essentials. https://www.walmart.ca/en/kingston-supercentre/3043
Nice and close indoor flea market with lots of antiques. Only open Thursday-Sunday. http://www.collinsbayfleamarket.com/
Collins Bay Flea Market
666 Collins Bay RoadNice and close indoor flea market with lots of antiques. Only open Thursday-Sunday. http://www.collinsbayfleamarket.com/
This big box shopping centre features such stores as Home Depot, Old Navy, Future Shop, PetSmart, Best Buy and many more. The centre, 753,984 sq ft, is situated at the corner of Gardiners Road at Taylor-Kidd Boulevard.
RioCan Centre
690 Gardiners RdThis big box shopping centre features such stores as Home Depot, Old Navy, Future Shop, PetSmart, Best Buy and many more. The centre, 753,984 sq ft, is situated at the corner of Gardiners Road at Taylor-Kidd Boulevard.
Getting Around
Kingston Airport, also known as Norman Rogers Airport, is just a short drive away (less than 5 mins).
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Kingston Airport
1114 Len Birchall WayKingston Airport, also known as Norman Rogers Airport, is just a short drive away (less than 5 mins).
Closest bus stop (there is also one on the other side of the street). For bus routes, please see www.google.ca/maps or https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/transit/bus-schedules
Acadia Drive (west side of Bayridge)
Closest bus stop (there is also one on the other side of the street). For bus routes, please see www.google.ca/maps or https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/transit/bus-schedules
Closest bus stop (there is also one on the other side of the street). For bus routes, please see www.google.ca/maps or https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/transit/bus-schedules
Conservatory Drive (east side of Bayridge)
Closest bus stop (there is also one on the other side of the street). For bus routes, please see www.google.ca/maps or https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/transit/bus-schedules
Home base! Feel like spending some time at home? Make yourself dinner in the kitchen or on the BBQ, or order in! Enjoy the fireplace or backyard or relax and watch some Netflix.
1289 Fisher Crescent
1289 Fisher CrescentHome base! Feel like spending some time at home? Make yourself dinner in the kitchen or on the BBQ, or order in! Enjoy the fireplace or backyard or relax and watch some Netflix.
Take the Wolfe Island Ferry over to Wolfe Island and back for FREE. Walk on or bring your car.
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Ferry to Wolfe Island station
Barrack StreetTake the Wolfe Island Ferry over to Wolfe Island and back for FREE. Walk on or bring your car.
Food Scene
Highly recommended restaurant near the house http://www.daysonfront.com/
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Days on Front
730 Front RdHighly recommended restaurant near the house http://www.daysonfront.com/
Cute bistro, mainly open for lunch and early dinners. http://www.bellabistro.ca/
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Bella Bistro
4050 Bath RdCute bistro, mainly open for lunch and early dinners. http://www.bellabistro.ca/
One of my favourite breakfast places! They mainly serve breakfast but some brunch and lunch items as well. Open 6am to 3pm. This is a large place so it's great for groups. There may be a line up out the door but it goes really quickly! https://www.eggsquis.com/en/
Eggsquis Kingston
2774 Princess StOne of my favourite breakfast places! They mainly serve breakfast but some brunch and lunch items as well. Open 6am to 3pm. This is a large place so it's great for groups. There may be a line up out the door but it goes really quickly! https://www.eggsquis.com/en/
Iconically Canadian, this is the closest Tim Hortons... but don't worry, you'll see them everywhere! Experience Tim Horton's famous coffee plus baked goods, sandwiches, and breakfast too. Free Wifi!! http://www.timhortons.com/
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Tim Hortons
681 Princess StIconically Canadian, this is the closest Tim Hortons... but don't worry, you'll see them everywhere! Experience Tim Horton's famous coffee plus baked goods, sandwiches, and breakfast too. Free Wifi!! http://www.timhortons.com/
Craving Starbucks? Here is the closest one. Lots of big box shopping in this area too. Free wifi! www.starbucks.ca
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Starbucks
95 Princess StCraving Starbucks? Here is the closest one. Lots of big box shopping in this area too. Free wifi! www.starbucks.ca
EXCELLENT wood fired pizza. Lots of options on the menu and nice ambiance. Huge wood stove in the center of the restaurant and a beautiful outdoor area in the summer. Highly recommended! (Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian options) http://www.woodenheads.com/
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Wooden Heads Gourmet Pizza
192 Ontario StEXCELLENT wood fired pizza. Lots of options on the menu and nice ambiance. Huge wood stove in the center of the restaurant and a beautiful outdoor area in the summer. Highly recommended! (Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian options) http://www.woodenheads.com/
Great pizza and a cool vibe. Nice for drinks and cocktails too. http://www.atomica.ca/
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Atomica Kitchen / Cocktails
71 Brock StGreat pizza and a cool vibe. Nice for drinks and cocktails too. http://www.atomica.ca/
A Little Taste Of Italy In Historic Downtown Kingston! Olivea is a family-run Italian trattoria serving traditional and contemporary Italian fare. Known for fresh pasta and gnocchi which are made in house. All sauces and ragus are made with love. Serves fantastic antipasti boards with local salami and cheeses, grilled squid, arancine, panelle, wonderful salads, steaks from Enright Cattle Co., fresh seafood and house made desserts.
http://www.olivea.ca/
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Olivea
39 Brock StA Little Taste Of Italy In Historic Downtown Kingston! Olivea is a family-run Italian trattoria serving traditional and contemporary Italian fare. Known for fresh pasta and gnocchi which are made in house. All sauces and ragus are made with love. Serves fantastic antipasti boards with local salami and cheeses, grilled squid, arancine, panelle, wonderful salads, steaks from Enright Cattle Co., fresh seafood and house made desserts.
http://www.olivea.ca/