Portsmouth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Two Adirondack chairs on a wooden dock overlook the tranquil blue waters of a Muskoka lake in Ontario, Canada. Nearby, a red canoe is tied to the pier, with life jackets and a paddle.
Two Adirondack chairs on a wooden dock overlook the tranquil blue waters of a Muskoka lake in Ontario, Canada. Nearby, a red canoe is tied to the pier, with life jackets and a paddle.
Great spot for sunrise and sunset!

Popular places to visit

Ontario Hall Building at Queen's University - Kingston - Canada

Queen's University

Explore the campus of Queen's University during your visit to Kingston. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Queen's University
Kingston Waterfront which includes a park and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

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 Waterfront
Fort Henry which includes military items and heritage elements

Fort Henry

Find out about the history of Kingston with a stop at Fort Henry. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Fort Henry
Kingston Penitentiary

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.

Kingston Penitentiary
Kingston City Hall featuring boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes

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 Hall
Serene landscape of the Thousand Islands along the Canada USA border with beautiful reflections

Lake Ontario Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Ontario Park, a lovely green space in Kingston. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Lake Ontario Park

Activities

The Original Haunted Walk of Kingston

Orignal Haunted Walk of Kingston 75-Minute Ghost Tour

AU$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Orignal Haunted Walk of Kingston 75-Minute Ghost Tour
Kingston: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Kingston: Haunted Night Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Kingston: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Soar over Boldt & Singer Castles!

Thousand Islands Two Castle Helicopter Tour

AU$353
per adult
Thousand Islands Two Castle Helicopter Tour
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Our pick of the best Portsmouth Hotel Deals

Confederation Place - Hotel

Confederation Place - Hotel

3 out of 5
237 Ontario St Kingston ON
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,770 reviews)
Great lakecview from my room. Staff were very helpful.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

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Confederation Place - Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kingston Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kingston Central by IHG

2.5 out of 5
11 Benson Street Kingston ON
The price is AU$140 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$140
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,644 reviews)
Great hotel, comfortable, clean and great location. Pool was over chlorinated. And front desk clerk on check out chose to take a phone call booking without acknowledging me standing there or say one moment please and no apology for the wait. But a great hotel otherwise

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kingston Central by IHG
Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront

Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront

4 out of 5
1 Johnson Street Kingston ON
The price is AU$186 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$186
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,160 reviews)
Great staff. Wonderful room. Food in restaurant is very good.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront
Courtyard by Marriott Kingston Highway 401/Division Street

Courtyard by Marriott Kingston Highway 401/Division Street

3 out of 5
103 Dalton Ave Kingston ON
The price is AU$116 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$116
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and spacious accommodations.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Kingston Highway 401/Division Street
Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge

Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge

3 out of 5
7 Earl St Kingston ON
The price is AU$206 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$206
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Room was clean and had a great view

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge
Comfort Inn and Suites

Comfort Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
2467 PRINCESS STREET Kingston ON
The price is AU$143 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$143
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,415 reviews)
Welcoming staff, spacious and clean room, super comfy beds, great breakfast and a happy stay overall. We were in Kingston with my daughter‘s volleyball team - all the girls enjoyed their stay.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Portsmouth

Two Ontario chairs sitting on a wood dock facing a calm lake.

Alwington

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alwington and surrounding area, you can visit Kingston Penitentiary and Canada's Penitentiary Museum.

Alwington
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Calvin Park

While Calvin Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kingston Centre and George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium.

Calvin Park
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Sunnyside

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While Sunnyside isn't home to many top sights, Kingston Centre and Kingston Penitentiary are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunnyside
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Queen's

If you're spending some time in Queen's, Lake Ontario and Kingston City Park are top sights worth seeing.

Queen's
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Hillendale

Though Hillendale may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kingston Centre and Canada's Penitentiary Museum.

Hillendale
Panorama of Kingston Ontario is Known as the Limestone City

Williamsville

When in Williamsville, you can plan a visit to The Grand Theatre and Kingston Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Williamsville

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