Kingston tours, things to do and tickets

Sail into the heart of the Thousand Islands on a memorable sightseeing cruise departing Kingston. Explore the stunning scenery of this world-renowned region once called The Millionaire's Playground.

Take flight above the spectacular 1000 Islands region on an exhilarating 10 to 60-minute helicopter tour. Soar over famous landmarks like the Ivy Lea Bridge, Boldt Castle, and Singer Castle.

Discover the ghostly stories of Kingston’s downtown and old Sydenham Ward on a chilling walking tour. Explore the darker side of Kingston's history at night with your cloaked guide.

Enjoy brunch on the St Lawrence River from the deck of the Island Queen. Savor a freshly-prepared meal served with coffee and tea as you cruise by the remarkable scenery of the 1000 Islands region.

Enjoy a guided tour through Kingston’s mysterious past on the Ghost and Mystery Trolley. See the notable sites and neighborhoods that played a ghostly role in Kingston’s early history.

Embark on a 1-hour cruise of Kingston's waterfront. The cruise passes Historic Sites Royal Military College and Fort Henry, and includes lively narration of Kingston’s history and natural setting.

Explore Kingston's historic downtown and shopping districts in a nostalgic way on a red trolley tour. Listen as your guide reveals 300 years of local history through facinating stories.

Experience the 75-minute walking tour of Kingston that has been captivating visitors and locals alike for over 25 years! The Original Haunted Walk is led by the best of local storytellers, dramatists, and amateur historians, who share some of the most hair-raising and spine-chilling real-life ghost stories from the area. Are you afraid of the dark? You will be.

Sail the Thousand Islands on a cruise aboard the glass-top boat, Island Star. Savor a 3-course meal with your choice of 4 entrees, all prepared on board and served directly to your table.

As seen on Ghost Hunters, explore Fort Henry, Kingston’s spooky 19th-century fortress, as your guide recounts its tragic history, including the hanging of Nils Von Schoultz, the secret of Deadman’s Bay, and many supernatural encounters! Discover why it is considered one of the most haunted places in Canada.

Combine lunch with a 3-hour Thousand Islands cruise for a relaxing and entertaining experience. Enjoy a delicious meal on-board and beautiful views of the islands.

Kingston Trolley Tours lets you explore Kingston's historic downtown and waterfront, stopping at popular destinations including Fort Henry, the Penitentiary Museum, and Queen’s University.

Welcome to exploring Kingston in a new and unique fashion... by bike!

Join us for a leisurely relaxed 2.5 hour bike tour of Kingston. The tour is roughly 12 kilometres (just under 7 miles) long and will show you many of Kingston's Historical landmarks and attractions of one of Canada's most scenic and beautiful cities. Enjoy the fresh air experience combined with a little physical activity, experiencing much more of Kingston than you would walking or driving. **Rain does not cancel a tour**

Enjoy a 1-hour walking tour with local legend, Arthur Milnes, and journey into a world of Canadian Prime Ministers, US Presidents, Indigenous leaders, mediums, spirits, and the Queen herself.

Discover the wonders of 1000 Islands on this 30 minute scenic helicopter tour with breathtaking aerial views of Boldt Castle, then enjoy a visit to a cider mill including tastings and a light lunch.

Looking for things to do in Kingston Ontario? A walk through the city’s historic center is an opportunity to learn about its history and discover all of its attractions. Solve challenges at each step along your way, to discover your next destination.

You will walk from City Hall to City Park, along the waterfront, passing various parks, museums, and monuments. Have fun completing challenges.

It takes 2 hours to complete, do it whenever you wish - you select your own date and start time, no scheduling or reservation needed. 20+ challenges, games, and enigmas to solve as you walk through this historic neighborhood.

Explore Kingston's historic landmarks on this guided day trip that includes hotel pickup and drop-off in central Montreal and a Thousand Islands sightseeing cruise on the Saint Lawrence River.

There are few places more historic, charming, and haunted in Canada than Queen’s University. There are eerie tales of student grave robbers, professors reaching out from the beyond, heists gone wrong and streets shrouded in mystery. We’ve never told these stories before and can’t wait to share them with our guests. You won’t hear spine-tingling and heart-pounding tales like these on the regular campus tours. Join us for the Ghosts of Queen’s University and graduate with a degree in the supernatural!

Embark on a sunset cruise along Kingston’s waterfront and Lake Ontario. Enjoy scenic views, light music, and a full-service bar with a floating patio atmosphere.