Local Area

What A Great Place To Be!

The Radisson Harbourfront Kingston is located in the heart of the most vibrant downtown in Canada. Your room overlooks an active city Harbour that in turn is only moments from some of the finest sailing waters in the world.

As you leave the hotel, you can walk left on Ontario Street to the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes, The Museum Ship "Alexander Henry" and the Pump House Steam Museum. If you turn right on Ontario Street you are at the Tourist Information Office and a very short walk to City Hall/Market Square, The Confederation Tour Trolley and the Island Queen tour of the 1,000 Islands...and so much more. The diversity of restaurants, bars and shopping at your doorstep will always make your Radisson stay too short.

If you're outdoorsy and like to get away from it all, there are few cities where parks and wilderness are more accessible than Kingston.

Sandy beaches, first-class canoe routes, spectacular hiking, fishing, golf, tennis, and portage trails, as well as superb camping, are all available within an hours drive.

Walk, bike, or kayak along the waterfront and see why Kingston is celebrated as the "fresh water sailing capital of the world". In summer, dive the many underwater sites -- living museums of our nautical history -- or take a cruise through the Thousand Islands. Witness sailors and windsurfers from around the world descending on the harbour.

Heritage
Kingston's heritage is evident through its many impressive 19th century limestone homes and buildings and its red brick Victorian architecture that continues to dazzle visitors. It was the first capital of the Upper Canadas in 1841, a major military and naval settlement during the 18th and 19th centuries, and an international port and leading centre for the 19th and early 20th century shipbuilding industry. This history is captured and celebrated in its area museums, galleries and theatres. From its geological beginnings to the vibrant contemporary arts scene, take in an eclectic range of experiences offered by these historic sites and cultural venues.

Arts and Culture
Experience a renaissance of the mind, heart and soul as you delight in this dynamic city on the water where culture is imbedded in everything from daily activities to evenings out. Spend an afternoon at one of the many local bookstores or cafés, or listen as local musicians perform in the park, lounges and pubs. Or mingle with an international crowd of musicians, performers and street buskers, who come to take part in the many festivals and events.

While we value where we came from, we thrive on where we are going. Kingston is home to numerous Juno award-winning musicians -- including The Tragically Hip, Sarah Harmer and David Usher, among others -- and award-winning authors like Helen Humphreys, Diane Schoemperlen and Peter Trueman who have made their mark on Canadian literature.