What to do in Kingston

Activities, attractions and tours

Kingston which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes
Kingston which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes
Kingston which includes flowers and signage
Kingston which includes street scenes
Kingston featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a fountain

Kingston Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Kingston has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Kingston is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Kingston to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Kingston Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Kingston.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Kingston attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Kingston

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Ontario Hall Building at Queen's University - Kingston - Canada

Queen's University

4.5/5(520 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Queen's University during your visit to Kingston. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Queen's University
Kingston Waterfront which includes a park and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Kingston Waterfront

4.5/5(792 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Kingston with a trip to Kingston Waterfront. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kingston Waterfront
Kingston Penitentiary

Kingston Penitentiary

4.5/5(298 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kingston with a stop at Kingston Penitentiary. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Kingston Penitentiary
Fort Henry which includes military items and heritage elements

Fort Henry

4.5/5(257 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kingston when you spend time at Fort Henry. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Fort Henry
Kingston City Hall featuring boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes

Kingston City Hall

4/5(220 reviews)

After visiting Kingston City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kingston. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Kingston City Hall
Serene landscape of the Thousand Islands along the Canada USA border with beautiful reflections

Lake Ontario Park

4.5/5(178 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Ontario Park, a lovely green space in Kingston. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Lake Ontario Park
Canada\'s Penitentiary Museum featuring interior views, a house and heritage elements

Canada's Penitentiary Museum

4.5/5(179 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Canada's Penitentiary Museum in Kingston. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Canada's Penitentiary Museum

Slush Puppie Place

4/5(123 reviews)

Catch an event at Slush Puppie Place during your trip to Kingston. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Slush Puppie Place

Invista Centre

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Catch an event at Invista Centre during your trip to Kingston. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Invista Centre

Explore areas of Kingston

Aerial panorama of Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Downtown Kingston

If you're spending some time in Downtown Kingston, The Grand Theatre and Slush Puppie Place are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Kingston
Kingston, Canada

Sydenham Ward

If you're spending some time in Sydenham Ward, The Grand Theatre and Kingston Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.

Sydenham Ward
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Queen's

While visiting Queen's, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Ontario and Kingston City Park.

Queen's
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Sunnyside

4/5(117 area reviews)

While Sunnyside isn't home to many top sights, Kingston Centre and Kingston Penitentiary are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunnyside
Inner Harbour which includes a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

Inner Harbour

Visit this central city harbor to enjoy waterfront walks, take whale-watching and wildlife-spotting tours and witness a classic boat festival.

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Cataraqui North

While visiting Cataraqui North, you might make a stop by sights like Invista Centre and Cataraqui Cemetery.

Cataraqui North

 

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Day trip destinations from Kingston

No matter how much #snow we get in Toronto, this tiny village three hours to the east gets more

Seeleys Bay

Sunrise on a lake

South Frontenac

St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes

Leeds and the Thousand Islands

Lighthouse Park has over 75 hectares of virgin #rainforest. At the southernmost tip of the #peninsula is Point Atkinson Lighthouse with an impressive #landmark #lighthouse from 1912 replacing the original built in 1875. Point Atkinson was first charted and named by Captain George Vancouver in 1792 and is a #National #Historic Site of Canada. This is part of the hike to the lighthouse. #hiking #trails #canada #vancouver #forest #light #green #path #hike #foliage #sun #rays

Loyalist

Scenery from the beautiful sandy setting of the Big Sandy Bay beach on Wolfe Island in Frontenac County near Kingston Ontario Canada. Windmills and beautiful water landscapes.

Frontenac Islands

Frequently asked questions

Is Kingston worth visiting?
Known for its watersports and golfing, finding awesome things to do in Kingston is a breeze. Make sure to add The Grand Theatre to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Kingston?
After you've visited leading attractions like Kingston Archaeological Centre and Kingston Penitentiary, spend some time experiencing Kingston's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kingston?
The top tourist attraction in Kingston is The Grand Theatre, so make sure to include it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Kingston?
Three days in Kingston is enough to visit the city's main attractions. Many travellers stay for two days on average. The Grand Theatre, Grand Theatre and Wellington Street Theatre are among the most popular sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Town of Alexandria.
Is Kingston a walkable city?
It all depends on what you plan to see and do in Kingston. Several key attractions, such as The Grand Theatre and Grand Theatre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Kingston's best neighbourhoods, Rideau Heights is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Inner Harbour is 0.97 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Kingston with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Kingston with kids.

What to do in Kingston for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Kingston, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Royal Military College Museum or Pump House Steam Museum.
Are there free things to do in Kingston?
From checking out parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Kingston. If you need new ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Kingston Archaeological Centre is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their travelling adventures.

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