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Top things to do in Kingston

24 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

Kingston City Hall

336 reviews · Downtown Kingston

A historic limestone building in downtown Kingston, serving as the city's municipal seat and a popular tourist attraction.

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What is the most visited attraction in Kingston?

Kingston City Hall draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Kingston, with 336 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Kingston do visitors rate highest?

Martello on Brock holds the highest rating in Kingston among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 55 reviews. It is less busy than Kingston City Hall, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Museum
Museum4

Engine 1095

155 reviews

Engine 1095 is a small museum in Kingston, Ontario, featuring a historic steam locomotive and railway artifacts.

Market
Market4.5

Kingston Olive Oil Company

132 reviews

Specialty olive oil and balsamic vinegar shop in downtown Kingston offering tastings and local products.

Kingston Public Market
Market4

Kingston Public Market

57 reviews

A vibrant open-air market in historic Springer Market Square, offering local produce, crafts, and a lively atmosphere.

Museum
Museum5

Martello on Brock

55 reviews

A small museum in Kingston dedicated to the history of the Martello tower and local military heritage.

Museum
Museum4.5

Royal Military College Museum

51 reviews

A military museum on the grounds of the Royal Military College of Canada, showcasing artifacts and history of the college and Canadian armed forces.

Sight
Sight4

Kingston Visitor Information Centre

45 reviews

Start your Kingston visit at this central hub for maps, brochures, and expert advice on local attractions and events.

Market
Market4.5

General Brock's Commissary

19 reviews

A historic market in downtown Kingston offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and local specialties in a lively setting across from Springer Market Square.

Sight
Sight5

Musiikki Cafe

15 reviews

A cozy, retro-style cafe in downtown Kingston serving coffee, light meals, and live music in a warm, nostalgic setting.

Murney Tower
Landmark

Murney Tower

A stone Martello tower built in 1846, now a museum showcasing 19th-century military life with original artifacts and a panoramic view of Kingston Harbour.

Lake Ontario Park
Park & nature

Lake Ontario Park

Enjoy a sandy beach, picnic spots, and marina activities at this Lake Ontario waterfront park.

The Grand Theatre (Kingston, Ontario)
Entertainment

The Grand Theatre (Kingston, Ontario)

Historic 1902 theatre hosting live plays, concerts, and films in an intimate, ornate setting.

Fort Henry National Historic Site
Museum

Fort Henry National Historic Site

A 19th-century British fortress with guided tours, reenactments, and sweeping views of Kingston and the St. Lawrence River.

Cathcart Tower
Landmark

Cathcart Tower

A Martello tower on Cedar Island, built in 1846, accessible by boat, offering a glimpse into Kingston's historic fortifications and a peaceful island escape.

St. George's Cathedral (Kingston, Ontario)
Religious site

St. George's Cathedral (Kingston, Ontario)

An 1828 Anglican cathedral with Gothic Revival architecture and intricate stained glass windows, offering a serene visit in downtown Kingston.

SS Keewatin
Museum

SS Keewatin

A restored Edwardian passenger steamship museum docked in Kingston, offering tours of its original interior and a glimpse into early 20th-century Great Lakes travel.

Shoal Tower
Landmark

Shoal Tower

One of four Martello towers in Kingston, built in 1846 to defend the harbour, now a National Historic Site.

Royal Military College of Canada Museum
Museum

Royal Military College of Canada Museum

A museum on the Royal Military College campus showcasing Canadian military history, from colonial times to modern peacekeeping.

Kingston City Hall (Ontario)
Landmark

Kingston City Hall (Ontario)

A historic 1844 city hall with a prominent clock tower, serving as the seat of municipal government and a landmark in Kingston.

Museum
Museum

Original Hockey Hall of Fame

Discover the roots of hockey at a museum housed in Kingston's historic Frontenac County Court House.

CCGS Alexander Henry
Museum

CCGS Alexander Henry

Explore a retired Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker turned floating museum in Kingston's inner harbour.

St. Mary's Cathedral (Kingston, Ontario)
Religious site

St. Mary's Cathedral (Kingston, Ontario)

A Roman Catholic cathedral completed in 1848, known for its twin spires and a magnificent pipe organ, a landmark in Kingston's skyline.

Bellevue House
Museum

Bellevue House

The former residence of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, now a National Historic Site offering guided tours.

Agnes Etherington Art Centre
Museum

Agnes Etherington Art Centre

Queen's University art museum with over 17,000 works, featuring Canadian and European art in a historic setting.