The city at your doorstep and lakeside leisure nearby.
Welcome to a uniquely charming destination best described as a small, big city! Nestled along the breathtaking waterfront, downtown Kingston blends the best of old-world charm and modern amenities, consistently ranking it among Canada’s best places to live.
Rich in history, booming in career opportunities and home to top-tier educational institutions, this dynamic city is also a vibrant centre of culture and creativity with over two dozen museums, galleries and a renowned culinary and craft beer scene.
Enjoy diverse shopping from artisan markets, quaint boutiques and antique shops to big-box Supercentres and plazas like Cataraqui Centre. Plus, entertainment is never in short supply as Canada’s live music scene hosts numerous local venues and the historic Kingston Grand performing art theatre.
The downtown scene
Downtown Kingston is the hub of prime attractions including Kingston City Hall, Fort Frontenac, and the historic Springer Market Square – where everyone gathers for a free skate during winter and to shop the public market which has been running since 1801.
Princess Street is a haven for vintage storefronts, while the café patios off Brock Street’s brick roads have a European feel, as do alleyways such as eclectic, art-themed Martello Alley. The downtown vibe is community driven with regular local events such as Kingstonliscious, The Kingston Canadian Film Festival, art festivals and movie nights in the Square to name just a few.
Convenience lives on every corner with most lifestyle essentials from grocery and ethnic markets to cafes, fresh bakeries and outstanding gourmet restaurants all within close walking distance or a quick drive.