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# What to do in Thousand Islands

## Activities, attractions and tours

## Visit Thousand Islands

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![St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82701-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Thousand Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82706-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![St. Lawrence Islands National Park featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82699-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![St. Lawrence Islands National Park featuring a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82707-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![St. Lawrence Islands National Park showing boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82709-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Thousand Islands Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Thousand Islands 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

Thousand Islands 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 Thousand Islands 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.

#### Thousand Islands 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 Thousand Islands.

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 Thousand Islands attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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## Recommended things to do in Thousand Islands

| Number of things to do | 23 |
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| Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kingston: Historic City centre Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kingston-historic-city-centre-walking-tour.a44585580.activity-details): CA $30 |
| Top 5 things to do | -   [Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/boldt-castle-and-2-nation-tour.a694732.activity-details)
-   [3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque-with-views-of-boldt-castle.a46299074.activity-details)
-   [Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/gananoque-1000-islands-cruise-optional-boldt-castle-entry.a48376385.activity-details)
-   [3-day Eastern Canada Tour from Toronto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-day-eastern-canada-tour-from-toronto.a48510862.activity-details)
-   [1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque.a46299086.activity-details) |
| Half-day tours | -   [Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/boldt-castle-and-2-nation-tour.a694732.activity-details)
-   [3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque-with-views-of-boldt-castle.a46299074.activity-details)
-   [Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/gananoque-1000-islands-cruise-optional-boldt-castle-entry.a48376385.activity-details)
-   [1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque.a46299086.activity-details)
-   [From Ivy Lea: 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Scenic Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-ivy-lea-1000-islands-boldt-castle-scenic-cruise.a47831205.activity-details) |
| With kids | -   [Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/boldt-castle-and-2-nation-tour.a694732.activity-details)
-   [3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque with views of Boldt Castle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque-with-views-of-boldt-castle.a46299074.activity-details)
-   [Gananoque: 1000 Islands Cruise & Optional Boldt Castle Entry](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/gananoque-1000-islands-cruise-optional-boldt-castle-entry.a48376385.activity-details)
-   [1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-hour-1000-islands-cruise-from-gananoque.a46299086.activity-details)
-   [5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hour-1000-islands-boldt-castle-stopover-cruise-from-gananoque.a46293029.activity-details) |

## What to do in Thousand Islands

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Thousand Islands

![Boldt Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/614396e6ff0fe2e6039bfc9de8cc021e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Boldt Castle

4.5/5(211 reviews)

After visiting Boldt Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria Bay. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Boldt-Castle-Alexandria-Bay.d6093793.Vacation-Attraction)

![St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82701-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### St. Lawrence Islands National Park

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Explore the islands, islets and peninsulas that dot the St. Lawrence River between Kingston and Brockville.

[](https://expedia.ca/St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park-Leeds-and-the-Thousand-Islands.d6089311.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 1000 Islands Tower

4/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Lansdowne with a stop at 1000 Islands Tower. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/1000-Islands-Tower-Leeds-and-the-Thousand-Islands.d6300171.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Thousand Islands Bridge

4.5/5(280 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Wellesley Island when you spend time at Thousand Islands Bridge. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands-Bridge-Ontario.d6213001.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Boldt Yacht House

Learn about the local history of Wellesley Island with a stop at Boldt Yacht House. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Boldt-Yacht-House-Wellesley-Island.d553248621532665388.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Big Sandy Bay Management Area

3/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Big Sandy Bay Management Area, a lovely green space in Frontenac Islands. Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

[](https://expedia.ca/Big-Sandy-Bay-Management-Area-Frontenac-Islands.d6300277.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Dewolf Point State Park

You can take time to visit Dewolf Point State Park during your travels to Wellesley Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

[](https://expedia.ca/Dewolf-Point-State-Park-Kingston.d637211951030366208.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Waterson Point State Park

You can take time to visit Waterson Point State Park during your travels to Wellesley Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

[](https://expedia.ca/Waterson-Point-State-Park-Kingston.d637211930025840640.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Mary Island State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mary Island State Park during your travels in Wellesley Island. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Mary-Island-State-Park-Wellesley-Island.d6093795.Vacation-Attraction)

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## Day trip destinations from Thousand Islands

![Gananoque](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f384658ead3adb88796498fc3736534a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Gananoque

[](https://expedia.ca/Gananoque.dx7971)

![Alexandria Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d6de7110d3e00f42ac48c90fdda9c966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Alexandria Bay

[](https://expedia.ca/Alexandria-Bay.dx10739)

![Photo by Shawn Blance](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c730fd6af688daa71fc11d2a71c4cccf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Clayton

[](https://expedia.ca/Clayton.dx183654)

![Kingston](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/516000/516923-kingston-and-vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kingston

[](https://expedia.ca/Kingston.dx6057821)

![St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82701-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Lansdowne

[](https://expedia.ca/Lansdowne.dx6136635)

![Photo by AMANDA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ca9b47a8ade18283d7ca7e274bba2cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Wellesley Island

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellesley-Island.dx6190524)

![Rockport featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89870-Rockport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Rockport

[](https://expedia.ca/Rockport.dx6288968)

![Hammond](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8cacd487f5c7330f673985a66c62b493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Hammond

[](https://expedia.ca/Hammond.dx6340095)

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