Downtown Kingston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Kingston
Popular places to visit
Kingston Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Kingston with a trip to Kingston Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kingston City Hall
After visiting Kingston City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Kingston City Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kingston City Park, a lovely green space in Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Pump House Steam Museum
You can study the exhibits at Pump House Steam Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Queen's University
Explore the campus of Queen's University, a top university in Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Kingston Penitentiary
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Kingston Penitentiary. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Kingston: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Kingston Hotel Deals
Kingston Marriott
"Great hotel . New and renovated . Outstanding staff! The woman in charge of the bar and restaurant was spectacular and gave me the best service . My new favourite hotel in Kingston!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront
"Beautiful view of the bay, close to pubs, restaurants all kinds of night life."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hochelaga Inn
"Very unique and historic house. Front desk very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed breakfast on the front porch."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge
"Everything was clean except the bed headboards which were dusty."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Confederation Place - Hotel
"The hotel is located in a great location. Many coffee shops, stores, and a market on the weekend, all woth in walking distance. Problem we had was checking in. Couldn't find anyone until I asked loudly if we could get help. Room was very clean and quite large."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront by IHG
"Parking should be free"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kingston
Sydenham Ward
If you're spending some time in Sydenham Ward, The Grand Theatre and Kingston Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.
Inner Harbour
Restaurants, shopping and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Inner Harbour. Check out Amherstview Golf Club or Slush Puppie Place while you're exploring the area.
Queen's
If you're spending some time in Queen's, Lake Ontario and Kingston City Park are top sights worth seeing.
Williamsville
When in Williamsville, you can plan a visit to The Grand Theatre and Kingston Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sunnyside
While Sunnyside isn't home to many top sights, Kingston Centre and Kingston Penitentiary are some notable places to visit nearby.
Alwington
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alwington and surrounding area, you can visit Kingston Penitentiary and Bellevue House National Historic Site.
