Weekend Getaway from Toronto | Kingston & 1000 Islands 2-Day Itinerary

📝 Perfect 2D1N Plan Day 1: Toronto → 1000 Islands Cruise → Kingston (dinner & stay) Day 2: Prince Edward County → Port Hope → Return 📍 Stop 1: 1000 Islands Cruise 🚢 Two Options: 1️⃣ 5-Hour Boldt Castle Tour (Gananoque departure) Requires valid US visa to disembark 📸 Fairy-tale castle photography 🅿️ Public parking at Gananoque dock 2️⃣ 3-Hour Scenic Cruise No visa needed - enjoy island views from the boat Passes mini islands, international bridges & historic mansions 🌐 Book at: 1000islandscruises.com 📍 Stop 2: Kingston Highlights 🏛 City Hall: Historic limestone architecture 🌊 Confederation Park: Lakeside strolls 🎓 Queen’s University: Gothic-style campus (free to explore) 🔒 Kingston Penitentiary: Fascinating prison tour (book ahead) ✨ Bonus Detour: Prince Edward County 🍽 Drake Devonshire Lakeside dining with killer views (reserve via Google Maps) 🏖 Sandbanks Park: Ontario’s best beaches (summer only) 📍 Final Stop: Port Hope 🐟 Sept-Oct: Salmon run at Ganaraska River ☕ Year-round charm: Cafés + antique shops 🚗 Pro Tips Leave Toronto by 7am to maximize Day 1 Kingston hotels: Delta (waterfront) or Holiday Inn (downtown) #OntarioTravel #WeekendEscapes #CanadianSummer