The City of Kingston is renowned as the fresh-water sailing capital of North America and prides itself in being a major port for scenic entertainment cruises of the breathtaking Thousand Islands.
Culture and the arts abound, along with fabulous shopping, dining and outdoor recreational experiences. From dawn until dusk and beyond, you'll be amazed at what Kingston has to offer.Kingston has been shaped by a powerful sense of geography.
The City was built at a watery cross roads, where the southernmost end of the Rideau Canal meets Lake Ontario at the mouth of the St. Lawrence River and the western gateway to the Thousand Islands. The City's strategic location provided prosperity through shipbuilding and national defense during the 1800s. Kingston was the first capital of the united Upper and Lower Canadas before the National Seat of Government was moved to Ottawa in the 1840s.
Each of Kingston's seventeen museums is unique in its contribution to the story of the City and the founding of a nation. Fort Henry, a majestic 19th Century British Military Fortress, features performances by the famous Fort Henry Guard, complete with canon fire, guns, and the music of the fife and drum. Bellevue House, deemed a National Historic Site, features interpreters in period costume welcoming visitors to the home of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. Discover Canada's nautical heritage at the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes.
Kingston's unique heritage and personality are not defined by museums alone. They are present in every stone, brick and timber of its eclectic architecture... within the trees of its many parks and green spaces... upon the breezes as they rise over the sun-kissed waterfront... and in the hearts of its residents who delight in a wonderful lifestyle. Kingston exudes a special energy.
Welcome to heritage-designated A Stone's Throw Bed and Breakfast, housed in one of Kingston's oldest limestone buildings. Our name is taken from our location - just 'a stone's throw' from Kingston's most popular tourist attractions.
Waterfront walking and cycling trails are just outside the door, as are
excellent restaurants and wonderful boutique shopping. Watch the tall ships on Lake Ontario from the stone patio. [ more
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Rosemount Inn is an 1850 Tuscany villa located in the heart of downtown Kingston, ON. Rooms are appointed with period antiques, ornate castings and arched, leaded windows. All accommodations have private baths, some with 'bubble bath deep' tubs. The Coach House has a corner fireplace, jacuzzi and kitchen. A perfect retreat!
As members of Ontario's Finest Inns, we are committed to providing the highest standard of hospitality and service to our guests. We invite you to come and experience Rosemount Inn for ..... [ more
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We invite you to come and enjoy the romantic charm and quiet elegance of our lovingly restored Queen Anne Victorian located in the heart of Kingston's historic district.
The Secret Garden is a historically designed treasure built in 1888 by John McKay, a fur and leather merchant for his family. Antique fireplaces, beautiful stained glass windows and interesting architectural details are reminiscent of a quieter, more genteel era.
The Secret Garden is located just a few blocks from the bustling waterfront, fine ..... [ more
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Green Woods Inn is a beautiful Victorian country home, sitting in two acres and surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers and countryside in an area steeped in Ontario's history. The Inn provides a centralized location for exploring Kingston, the 1000 Islands and Gananoque, with Ottawa and the beautiful land O' Lakes to the north.
Kingston is an historic city on Lake Ontario situated at the mouth of the St. Lawrence. It boasts a wealth of places to go and things to see, a hive of summer activity and many fabulous ..... [ more
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