The Limestone City
Ontario's first capital, at the junction of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River — Fort Henry, 1000 Islands cruises, waterfront dining, and craft breweries, all 90 minutes from the cottage.
Major Attractions
The essential Kingston experiences — a 19th-century fort, a cruise through the Thousand Islands, and the waterfront that ties it all together.
Fort Henry National Historic Site
Must-SeeImposing 19th-century British military fortification overlooking Kingston harbour. Live military demonstrations, period reenactments, and events.
1000 Islands Boat Cruise — Heart of the Islands
Must-See3-hour cruise through the Admiralty Islands — Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, and Mandalay Mansion. Live narration, indoor and open-air decks, licensed bar, dining options.
1000 Islands Discovery Cruise
1-hour harbour tour past Fort Henry, Cedar Island, Royal Military College, and Kingston Penitentiary. Great for a shorter excursion.
The Perfect Kingston Day
A full day in Ontario’s first capital — historic Fort Henry, the waterfront, a 1000 Islands cruise, and a farm brewery stop on the way home.
The Perfect Kingston Day
A full day in Ontario’s first capital — historic Fort Henry, the waterfront, a 1000 Islands cruise, and a farm brewery stop on the way home.
Craft Breweries
Stop at a farm brewery on the way home from Kingston — grains grown on-site, live music on the weekend, and pizza from a wood-fired oven.
MacKinnon Brothers Brewing
Must-SeeFarm brewery on an 8th-generation family farm (settled 1784). Grains grown on-site. Taproom in a restored century-old barn with farm-field patio. Beers: Red Fox Ale, Crosscut Canadian Ale, Philly Light, and more.
Markets & Local Finds
Saturday farmers markets with fresh produce, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, and handcrafted items — on the route between the cottage and Kingston.
Market Saturdays — Napanee
Large Saturday farmers market (May 16 – Oct 3, 2026). Fresh produce, fruits, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, handcrafted items, and home décor.
More Day Trips & Guides
Plan Your Kingston Day Trip
Fort Henry, the 1000 Islands, a farm brewery on the way home — Kingston is one of the best day trips from the cottage. Book your stay and we'll help you plan the rest.