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Explore and Discover Kingston and the 1000 Islands - Upcoming Events
Kingston 2012 Calendar of Events (KEDCO) - Click here
What's On Kingston Calendar - Click here
KingstonLinks.com - Click here
Fort Henry and the Rideau Canal - UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The Rideau Heritage Route
Aerial Sightseeing Tours
Kingston's K-Rock Centre Upcoming Events
1000 Islands Cruises, St. Lawrence & Ottawa
River Cruises & Rideau Canal Cruises
Kingston and Area Plays, Productions and Concerts
The Haunted Walk of Kingston
Ahoy Rentals - Sailing Charters; Day Sailing; Canoe, Kayak or Bicycle rentals
Kingston Walks
Kingston Museums
Frontenac Arch Biosphere
Fort Henry and the Rideau Canal - UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Fort Henry is a museum and a spectacular historic site. Once inside the
Fort's wooden gates visitors enter an amazing reproduction of 19th century military life. The site
is open year-round. From November to mid-May guests can enjoy self-guided tours between 10am, and 4pm for $5 per person. After the Fort opens
for the summer around Victoria Day, there are guided tours, scenic views, and musical performances from a military band,
as well as military and marching demonstrations by the Fort Henry Guard. The Fort plays host to many special ceremonies
and events from May through August, so plan ahead so you won't miss any of these special experiences during
your visit. Fort Henry transforms itself into ghoulish "Fort Fright" later in September and October. Are you afraid of the dark?
You decide. Fort Henry is a quick five minute drive from The Tymparon Inn .
Fort Henry UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Rideau Heritage Route connects Kingston, the first Capital of a United Canada
(1841-1843), and Ottawa, Canada's current Capital. It provides visitors an amazing opportunity to
experience many historic sites, charming villages, quaint attractions and spectacular recreation areas.
The Canal is a chain of beautiful lakes covering 202 kilometers from Lake Ontario in Kingston to the
Ottawa River in Ottawa. The canal is a
true Mecca for boaters and is well marked with buoys, making it very easy to navigate. Spectators
visiting Kingston will also find it exciting to watch boats traverse through the locks at Kingston
Mills, only 3 km from The Tymparon Inn. From heritage walking tours, paddling routes, cycling
routes, hiking trails, and driving tours, there are plenty of ways to experience the impressive Rideau
Heritage Route.
The Rideau Canal Heritage Route
Aerial Sightseeing Tours
There is no better way to experience the beauty and serenity of the World Famous 1000 Islands and Kingston's history
and culture than from the air. Prices vary depending where you'd like to go. A 30 minute flight over
the City of Kingston costs $120 plus HST for up to 3 people. An hour flight over the 1000 Islands costs $235 plus HST, again
for up to 3 people. "Flights Through History" are an opportunity you can't afford to miss. For information or to make your aerial sightseeing reservation visit:
Aerial Sightseeing Tours
Or call The Kingston Flying Club 613-389-0954.
Kingston's K-Rock Centre Upcoming Events
As Kingston's premier arts and entertainment venue, and home to the Kingston Frontenacs
(Ontario Hockey League), the K-Rock Centre hosts many spectacular events and exciting hockey games every
year. For a full schedule of the Kingston Frontenacs hockey games visit the K-Rock website below.
We are happy to drive guests staying at The Tymparon Inn downtown to the K-Rock Centre. Arrive stress
free (avoid looking for a parking space and paying to park) and enjoy the performance. Taxis are
readily available and reasonably priced at $12-14 from the K-Rock / Kingston downtown back to The
Tymparon Inn.
Cirque Du Soleil - Dralion 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 January
7:30pm shows on the 11, 12, 13 & 14th
3:30pm shows on the 13 & 14th
1 and 5pm shows on the 15th
Carr-Harris Challenge Cup 2 February 7:30pm; all tickets are $5 for general admission seating
The Carr-Harris Challenge Cup was initiated in 1986 by the International Hockey
Hall of Fame to celebrate the 100th year of the hockey rivalry between Queen's
and the Royal Military College, dating back to 1886. It is the oldest hockey
rivalry in the world on record.
Gigantour Feat. Magadeth 5 February 6:30pm
Deep Purple 9 February 7:30pm
Oldtimers Hockey Challenge 13 February 7pm
Hedley with Kari Wolf and Kay Mines 23 February 7pm
Jann Arden 13 March 8pm
Riverdance 1 April 7pm
Harlem Globetrotters 4 April 7pm
Johnny Reid 11 May 7:30pm
Mamma Mia 9 - 10 July 7:30pm
Events are added regularly, so for the complete comprehensive listing of events being held at the
K-Rock Centre
Click here
To reserve tickets for any of these events, visit the website or call the box office 877-554-8399:
K-Rock Centre
1000 Islands Cruises, St. Lawrence & Ottawa
River Cruises & Rideau Canal Cruises
There are many cruise options available for our B&B guests, from short 1 hour cruises to all day
cruises among the 1000 Islands; leisurely 3-7 day cruises along the St. Lawrence or Ottawa Rivers; or
a 5 day cruise along the Rideau Canal....with so many options you may want to give them all a try.
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises (5km from The Tymparon Inn) offer 1 1/2 hour Discovery and Sunset Cruises
as well as 3 hour lunch or dinner / dancing cruises that enable guests to view Canada's second
largest wind facility (86 wind turbines) located on Wolfe Island. We offer a number of "Snooze & Cruise"
special packages for guests staying at The Tymparon Inn.
Visit our INNKEEPER SPECIAL PACKAGES page for details.
Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises
Tel: 613-549-5544
Rockport Boat Line
The Rockport Boat Line (30 minutes away in Brockport, ON) located in the "Heart" of the 1000 Islands,
offers 1 and 2 hour cruises, lunch and dinner cruises, a Boldt Castle Cruise (in the US) and an all day two Castle
tour that is unique to Rockport Boat lines, including Boldt Castle on Heart Island and Singer Castle
on Dark Island and a buffet lunch served onboard. We are happy to give our guests discounted coupons
to enjoy cruises with Rockport Boat Line.
Rockport Boat Line
Tel: 613-659-3402 Toll Free: 800-563-8687
The Gananoque Boat Line
The Gananoque Boat Line (20 minutes away in Gananoque, ON) offers 1 hour and 2 1/2 hour 1000 Islands
cruises that include stop-overs at Boldt Castle (in the US) and a number of themed event cruises.
Gananoque Boat Line
Tel: 613-382-2144 Toll Free: 888-717-4837
Uncle Sam Boat Tours
The Uncle Sam Boat Tours (35 minutes away in Alexandria Bay, NY) offers 1 and 2 hour cruises, lunch
and dinner cruises, Boldt Castle Shuttle (10 minute ride) and Singer Castle Tours.
Uncle Sam Boat Tours
Tel: 315-482-2611 Toll Free: 800-253-9229
St. Lawrence Cruise Lines
St. Lawrence Cruise Lines (5km from The Tymparon Inn) offers 3 to 7 day "trips through history" River
Steamboating Cruises along the magnificent St. Lawrence and Ottawa River from Kingston to Ottawa,
Montreal and Quebec City aboard the replica riverboat Canadian Empress.
St. Lawrence Cruise Lines
Tel: 613-549-8091 Toll Free: 800-267-7868
Ontario Waterway Cruises
Ontario Waterway Cruises offers 5 day cruises on the historic and scenic Rideau Canal from Kingston to
Peterborough or Ottawa aboard the Kawartha Voyageur.
Ontario Waterway Cruises
Toll Free Tel: 800-561-5767
Kingston and Area Plays, Productions and Concerts
There are amazing venues right here in Kingston or within a hour of Kingston providing extraordinary
entertainment:
The Grand Theatre 613-530-2050
The Wellington Street Theatre 613-542-0070
Theatre Kingston 613-544-2021
Thousands Islands Playhouse 866-382-7020
Brockville Arts Centre 877-342-7122
Upper Canada Playhouse 613-543-3713
The Clayton Opera House 315-686-2200
There are a number of events taking place at these venues. Click on the respective venues websites
or call their box offices for more information or to order tickets to these events through their
secure on-line ticketing systems.
The Haunted Walk of Kingston
A visit to Kingston is not complete without taking a guided walking tour focusing on the city's
ghost stories and off-beat history. Tours take place in the evening by lantern-light: the perfect
atmosphere for a good ghost story. Reservations are strongly recommended. Tickets may be purchased
in advance from the ticket office at 200 Ontario St. For more informtaion, call 613-549-6366 or visit
Haunted Walk of Kingston
Ahoy Rentals - Sailing Charters; Day Sailing; Canoe, Kayak or Bicycle rentals
As Kingston's only "On the Water" equipment rental facility, take advantage of either chartering a
sailboat if you are an experienced sailor or enjoying a sail with an experienced skipper. Ahoy also
rents sea kayaks, canoes and bicycles by the hour or by day. Fore more information call 613-539-3202 or visit
Ahoy Rentals
Kingston Walks
Spend some time exploring why Kingston is here and what made us. Three tours are offered: "Introduction
to Kingston 101" (tours take place daily at 1:30pm), "Introduction to Kingston 201" (tours by reservation)
and "Towers and Turbines" (daily tours 2 July - 5 September at 10am). These guided walking tours
will aquaint you with Kingston's beginnings, its fortifications, and the powerful influence of the refugees
from the American Revolution, their homes, their ideas and their impact on the structure of Canada. Tickets
may be purchased at the Tourist Information Centre. Tours start at the Tourist Information Centre.
For more information call 613-547-2099 or visit
Kingston Walks
Kingston Museums
Kingston is Canada's museum capital with something for everyone at its 22 museums and historic sites
and 3 art galleries. It's all here, from small specialized museums to national historic treasures
including Canada's newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Fort Henry, The Rideau Canal and the Kingston
Fortifications, designated in 2007.
Fronenac Arch Biosphere
The Frontenac Arch is a geological feature-a ridge of ancient granite, the
backbone of eastern North America, that joins the Adirondack Mountains to the
Canadian Shield. Explore The Arch is an initiative of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere. It is
guided in content, form and function by the Biosphere Trails Council-a network
of many trails organizations and agencies throughout the Biosphere region. The
Biosphere Trails Council is a member organization of the Ontario Trails
Council.FAB itself does not own any lands or trails: all of the trails, sites and
features of this website are owned, developed or sanctioned by the network's
members and the community. The Biosphere is exceptionally rich in its numbers
and variety of trails and experiences. Explore The Arch networks features and
trails to help build capacity for its members, and to make them known to all who
wish to experience one of the world's great natural and heritage landscapes. For more information visit:
Frontenac Arch Biosphere
There are many other wonderful places to explore in Kingston. Links to these locations and others
being added regularly.
MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
Pump House Steam Museum
Miller Museum of Geology, Queens University
Kingston Archaeological Centre
Museum of Health Care at Kingston
Kingston General Hospital Walking Tour
Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queens University
Union Gallery, Queens University
International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum
Kingston City Hall Tours
Bellevue House National Historic Site of Canada
Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Queens University Archives
Kingston Scout Museum
Marine Museum of the Great Lakes
Historic Cataraqui Cemetary
Frontenac County Schools Museum
Fairfield House and Park
Kingston Mills Blockhouse
Fort Henry
Royal Military College Museum and Fort Frederick
Murney Tower
Military Communications and Electronics Museum
Princess of Wales Own Regiment Military Museum
Plan your next visit to Kingston through high quality 360 degree panoramas and blogs
that feature Kingston's many attractions, accommodations, restaurants/pubs, recreational opportunities
and stores.
I love Kingston Live Blog
www.kingstonontario.blogspot.com
Outdoors Kingston
www.OutdoorsKingston.com
Kingston In Motion - Video Gateway
www.KingstonVideo.com
Virtual Kingston
For an up-to-date Kingston weather report:
Click here
Articles about Kingston
On May 3, 2009 The Boston Globe printed an excellent article entitled "Where Britannia reigns supreme"
about Kingston's history written by Globe Correspondent Edward McClelland.
Click here to read the article
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