Free things to do · Kingston
Free things to do in Kingston
No-spend weekends in Kingston — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
Curated by localsEditor's pick
Top spots in Kingston
Wolfe Island Ferry
FamilyDowntown waterfront
Free 20-min ferry to the largest of the Thousand Islands.
Rideau Canal
OutdoorsKingston Mills
UNESCO canal locks — kayak in summer, skate in winter.
Thousand Islands Cruise
OutdoorsConfederation Basin
Three-hour cruise past 1,864 islands.
Bellevue House
CultureSydenham
Sir John A. Macdonald's Tuscan villa, fully restored.
Fort Henry
CulturePoint Henry
UNESCO 19th-century fort with sunset ceremony.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Fort Henry, Thousand Islands Cruise, Wolfe Island Ferry. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Kingston and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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