Kingston is located in eastern Ontario, where Lake Ontario flows into the St. Lawrence River, about 200 km from Canada’s capital city of Ottawa, about 250 km from the centre of our provincial capital of Toronto, and about 300 km from Montréal, Québec.
The City of Kingston is named by the BBC as one of the top 5 university towns in the world. Described by students as both quaint and eclectic, Kingston is big enough to provide all the conveniences of modern life, and small enough for students, staff, and faculty to feel instantly comfortable and at home.
CULTURAL HUB
History and innovation thrive in this dynamic city located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, an easy drive from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, in the heart of eastern Ontario. With a stable and diversified economy that includes global corporations, innovative startups and all levels of government, Kingston’s high quality-of-life offers access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
PLACES TO VISIT
- Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada: a UNESCO world heritage site
- Thousand Islands Region
- Kingston Public Market: the oldest continually running market in Canada
- Wolfe Island Ferry: find a schedule
- Fort Henry National Historic Site
- Bellevue House
- Penitentiary Museum
TRAVEL GUIDES
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