City: Gananoque
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Gananoque (/ˌɡænəˈnɒkweɪ/ GAN-ə-NOK-way) is a town in the Leeds and Grenville area of Ontario, Canada. The town had a population of 5,194 year-round residents in the Canada 2011 Census, as well as summer residents sometimes referred to as "Islanders" because of the Thousand Islands in the Saint Lawrence River, Gananoque's most important tourist attraction. The Gananoque River flows through the town and the St. Lawrence River serves as the southern boundary of the town.
Restaurants in Gananoque
1. Arts & Craft Collective
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
Located on the downtown strip of Gananoque, the gateway to the Thousand Islands Canada, stands our charming Victorian House-Turned-Shop. The Collective is made up of an eclectic, contemporary mix of local art objects & wares, curated vintage finds & clothing: @drawingroomvintage, and artist production studios - all under the same roof! We are situated centrally between Toronto, Ottawa, & Montreal.
2. St. John's Catholic Church
3. 1000 Islands History Museum
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4.5 based on 86 reviews
The 1000 Islands History Museum provides visitors with an inviting setting to reflect on the history of the area. The building itself is build in a style reminiscent to the original cottages and grand hotels that dotted the islands of the St. Lawrence, built during the Golden Era. In the spacious exhibit halls, visitors will find dioramas, videos and interactive displays designed to educate and entertain.
Reviewed By dorisb672
An American friend and I visited this gem of a museum with its striking architecture and picturesque setting. We especially enjoyed the guided tour we received. Coordinator Art Thivierge (he should be acclaimed citizen of the year for his warm hospitality) expertly guided us through 10,000 years of Thousand Islands history. The displays start at the Ice Age, include the importance of the Frontenac Arch (a UNESCO biosphere reserve), provide evidence of First Peoples’ presence and describe the area’s first explorers, missionaries and fur traders. History buffs will relish displays about the Seven Years War, War of 1812 and lifestyle of Gananoque and the Thousand -actually 1864) Islands. Visitors will also learn the meanings of 15 First Nations words for Gananoque: my favourite is “place of health” as the milder climate here invited indigenous peoples to retreat from the cold northern forest to improve their health and living conditions. Your health too will feel restored if you relax while watching the informative video on Boldt Castle and then sit on the beautiful veranda overlooking the St. Lawrence River. First, however, don’t forget to visit the gift shop, one of the best for value and selection I’ve ever visited in the Kingston area.
4. City Cruises Gananoque
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4.5 based on 1,510 reviews
Offering 1000 Islands cruises to your tastes: 5-Hour Boldt Castle Stopover cruise, 2.5-Hour Lost Ships cruise (this is also the most comprehensive cruise in the 1000 Islands), 1-Hour Beauty of the Islands cruise and a 1-Hour Ivy Lea cruise. We don't stop there! If you prefer the magic of the 1000 Islands at night, we have evening cruises such as dinner cruises, and music cruises!
5. Thousand Islands Playhouse
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4.5 based on 294 reviews
The most scenic theatre in Canada, the Thousand Islands Playhouse has two theatres on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, halfway between Toronto and Montreal, Canada. Featuring the longest decks in the region, The Springer Theatre is an intimate air conditioned vintage "canoe club" - and seats 360 with proscenium style seating. The Firehall Theatre is a heritage building with flexible seating open to innovative staging.
Reviewed By MGG123 - Kingston, Canada
We attended a performance of Anne of Green Gables last night. It was a fabulous experience ... amazingly talented cast, wonderful singing, beautifully choreographed dancing, and ingenious sets. The view from the deck at the waterside of the theatre is spectacular. What a terrific evening!
6. Gan Brewing Company
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
Micro-brewery located in a gorgeous 19th-century industrial building in downtown Gananoque, the heart of the 1000 Islands. Tasting sampler is $8 for four different local beers.
7. Loyalist Parkway
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By VelvetsAB
This is such a pretty drive in the fall! Lots of trees changing colours, right along the water, and several spots to be able to pull over to take pictures!
8. Joel Stone Heritage Park and Splash Pad
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States
My family has a gorgeous experience at the Joel Stone Heritage Park. It was extremely pleasant to walk around the park and absorb the natural surroundings. Would certainly very highly recommend visiting same to any traveler, especially in the evening during summer.
9. Confederation Park
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By HappyTraveller0723 - Ontario, Canada
Stroll through the Park... Great way to work off dinner! Town hall, a gazebo, and old train and falls all included. Great restaurants across the street.
10. Municipal Marina
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4.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By girocote - Ottawa, Canada
We had a few hours to kill and walked down to this marina, sitting down in the nearby park on the benches, watching the activity on the nearby St Lawrence Seaway...it was great way to spend a lazy afternoon..we come here every year and have never been disappointed!!
