School Trip Attractions
Bellevue House National Historic Site
Bellevue House is an 1840s Italian-style villa. Built when Kingston was Canada’s first capital, the home’s occupants included Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister. Explore heritage grounds, a kitchen garden, an heirloom orchard and an educational exhibit in the Visitor Centre presenting many perspectives on Macdonald and Confederation.
Customizable tours link to the Ontario curriculum. Fees may apply.
35 Centre Street, Kingston Ontario
Phone: (613) 545-8666
www.parks.canada.ca/bellevue
www.parcs.canada.ca/bellevue
Bellevue House is an 1840s Italian-style villa. Built when Kingston was Canada’s first capital, the home’s occupants included Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister. Explore heritage grounds, a kitchen garden, an heirloom orchard and an educational exhibit in the Visitor Centre presenting many perspectives on Macdonald and Confederation.
Customizable tours link to the Ontario curriculum. Fees may apply.
35 Centre Street, Kingston Ontario
Phone: (613) 545-8666
www.parks.canada.ca/bellevue
www.parcs.canada.ca/bellevue
Boiler Room:
Climbing Gym
Check out this state-of-the-art indoor wall climbing facility. With 35 routes, 2 caves and 100 ft. tall chimney – Canada’s highest indoor climb. Children under 14 must be accompanied. Summer Camp – Walls And Waves/ for ages 6-13
Located: The Woolen Mill Bldg. 4 Cataraqui St. Kingston
Admission: prices vary – family discounts too
613-549-0520
www.boilerroom.ca
Climbing Gym
Check out this state-of-the-art indoor wall climbing facility. With 35 routes, 2 caves and 100 ft. tall chimney – Canada’s highest indoor climb. Children under 14 must be accompanied. Summer Camp – Walls And Waves/ for ages 6-13
Located: The Woolen Mill Bldg. 4 Cataraqui St. Kingston
Admission: prices vary – family discounts too
613-549-0520
www.boilerroom.ca
Bon Echo Provincial Park
The park has one of the deepest lakes in Ontario, and features over 260 native pictographs – the largest visible collection in Canada. Spend a day or plan overnight adventures in this hiking and canoeing paradise of deep, blue lakes, sandy beaches, granite outcrops and lush green forests. Campsites available. Some summer events include: Sciensational Sssnakes interative presentations; Join songwriter & children’s entertainer David Archibald; Learn to take better nature photos with Bill Bickle, 2012 Canadian Wildlife Photographer of the year.
(613) 336-2228.
Camping reservations, call 1-888-668-7275
www.OntarioParks.com
The park has one of the deepest lakes in Ontario, and features over 260 native pictographs – the largest visible collection in Canada. Spend a day or plan overnight adventures in this hiking and canoeing paradise of deep, blue lakes, sandy beaches, granite outcrops and lush green forests. Campsites available. Some summer events include: Sciensational Sssnakes interative presentations; Join songwriter & children’s entertainer David Archibald; Learn to take better nature photos with Bill Bickle, 2012 Canadian Wildlife Photographer of the year.
(613) 336-2228.
Camping reservations, call 1-888-668-7275
www.OntarioParks.com
CAMPING -St. Lawrence Parks Commission
Recreational Equipment Rentals available: Bicycles, kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, paddle boats—take your pick; they are all available to rent at the marina. Programming (movie/interpretation nights) will be expanded and offered in most campgrounds and children’s programming will also be offered Wed through Sun during Jul and Aug.
Making Camping
Campers can take advantage of 40% off admission to our heritage attractions Upper Canada Village and Fort Henry. New – the Discovery Centre, provides a background on the early settlement of our region and the influential role played by the St. Lawrence River. See state-of-the-art interactive exhibits, historical images and artefacts on display.
613-543-3254
www.stlawrenceparks.com
Recreational Equipment Rentals available: Bicycles, kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, paddle boats—take your pick; they are all available to rent at the marina. Programming (movie/interpretation nights) will be expanded and offered in most campgrounds and children’s programming will also be offered Wed through Sun during Jul and Aug.
Making Camping
Campers can take advantage of 40% off admission to our heritage attractions Upper Canada Village and Fort Henry. New – the Discovery Centre, provides a background on the early settlement of our region and the influential role played by the St. Lawrence River. See state-of-the-art interactive exhibits, historical images and artefacts on display.
613-543-3254
www.stlawrenceparks.com
Fort Henry National Historic Site
The award winning Fort Henry National Historic Site offers a grade 7 and 8 Ontario curriculum based learning plan, hosted in the place where the history lesson began! From one hour to a full day of the most exciting overnight program ever, Fort Henry takes students out of the classroom and into the past through a fun, interactive, hands-on program. All programs meet Ontario Curriculum Guidelines.
Located: 1 Fort Henry Dr., County Road 2 at the junction of Hwy 15 in Kingston
613-542-7388 or 1-800-437-2233
www.forthenry.com
Frontenac Provincial Park
A wonderful place to camp, backpack, hike, canoe, camp and observe nature. The Wilderness Skills Program teaches valuable outdoor skills. Skills Training Programs offered.
Highway 401 east to Kingston. Then take Exit 613 – Sydenham Road – go north.
613 376-3489
www.frontenacpark.ca
Fruition Farms
Acres of strawberries and more! Fruition Farm is located just 10 minutes from downtown Kingston. Pick-your-own strawberries, raspberries and other fruits and vegetables in season. Our Corn Maze and pick-your-own Pumpkin Patch open in early Fall and continue until Halloween.
Located: 3208 Hughes Rd, Off Hwy 15. Kingston
Hours: Open June to October
Admission: Free farm admission; Pay for fruit / purchases; Corn Maze extra cost
613-548-3378
www.fruition.ca
Acres of strawberries and more! Fruition Farm is located just 10 minutes from downtown Kingston. Pick-your-own strawberries, raspberries and other fruits and vegetables in season. Our Corn Maze and pick-your-own Pumpkin Patch open in early Fall and continue until Halloween.
Located: 3208 Hughes Rd, Off Hwy 15. Kingston
Hours: Open June to October
Admission: Free farm admission; Pay for fruit / purchases; Corn Maze extra cost
613-548-3378
www.fruition.ca
K-Pass, Kingston Attractions Pass
Get the most out of your group's visit to Kingston and the 1000 Islands with K-Pass: your all-inclusive ticket to savings on Cruises, Trolley Tours, Museums and more. Get a discounted bundle of 24h, 48h or 72h passes to explore Kingston independently, or choose a curriculum-linked group itinerary featuring Kingston's top historic sites and experiences.
Hours of Operation:
May to October, 10:00am – 5:30pm
248 Ontario St, Kingston
1-844-449-4513 / Email Address: [email protected]
www.kpass.ca
Get the most out of your group's visit to Kingston and the 1000 Islands with K-Pass: your all-inclusive ticket to savings on Cruises, Trolley Tours, Museums and more. Get a discounted bundle of 24h, 48h or 72h passes to explore Kingston independently, or choose a curriculum-linked group itinerary featuring Kingston's top historic sites and experiences.
Hours of Operation:
May to October, 10:00am – 5:30pm
248 Ontario St, Kingston
1-844-449-4513 / Email Address: [email protected]
www.kpass.ca
KINGSTON 1000 ISLANDS CRUISES
Experience the spectacular scenery and history of the 1000 Islands on a Sightseeing, Lunch or Dinner Cruise departing from historic downtown Kingston, just steps away from Market Square, Confederation Park and Princess St. Group rates available for 20 guests or more, or charter a ship especially for your larger group. Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises participates in K-Pass.
HOURS: Cruises Daily From April - October: Call for a full schedule hours of operation: 10AM- 6:30PM
1 Brock St, Kingston
Phone Number: 1-800-848-0011
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ktic.ca
Kingston Military Family Resource Centre
The Kingston Military Family Resource Centre (KMFRC) is a registered, Non-Profit, charitable organization that supports and enhances the health and well-being of the Military community through positive action, education and support.
The KMFRC is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of the Military community with programs and services that help create a supportive community of resilient military families. For more information about programs and services, please visit www.kmfrc.com
Address: 32 Lundy’s Lane. Kingston, ON
Phone: 613-541-5010 x. 5195
Website: kmfrc.com
Facebook: facebook.com/kingstonmfrc
The Kingston Military Family Resource Centre (KMFRC) is a registered, Non-Profit, charitable organization that supports and enhances the health and well-being of the Military community through positive action, education and support.
The KMFRC is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of the Military community with programs and services that help create a supportive community of resilient military families. For more information about programs and services, please visit www.kmfrc.com
Address: 32 Lundy’s Lane. Kingston, ON
Phone: 613-541-5010 x. 5195
Website: kmfrc.com
Facebook: facebook.com/kingstonmfrc
Kingston Trolley Tours
Let Kingston’s Red Trolleys be your guide to exploring Canada’s first capital. Hop On and Hop Off from ten stops at Kingston's top museums and attractions, including Fort Henry, Canada’s Penitentiary Museum, and Bellevue House. Or: charter a trolley especially for your group. Kingston Trolley Tours participates in K-Pass.
Hours of Operation: May – October, Regular departures from 9:30am – 4:30pm
Address: 1 Brock St, Kingston
Phone Number: 1-800-848-0011
Email Address: [email protected]
Website: www.kingstontrolley.ca
Let Kingston’s Red Trolleys be your guide to exploring Canada’s first capital. Hop On and Hop Off from ten stops at Kingston's top museums and attractions, including Fort Henry, Canada’s Penitentiary Museum, and Bellevue House. Or: charter a trolley especially for your group. Kingston Trolley Tours participates in K-Pass.
Hours of Operation: May – October, Regular departures from 9:30am – 4:30pm
Address: 1 Brock St, Kingston
Phone Number: 1-800-848-0011
Email Address: [email protected]
Website: www.kingstontrolley.ca
Landmark Cinemas
It's an easy A! Movies Make Learning Fun.
Whether it's a break to catch the latest, most talked about film, or a curated selection that will enhance your curriculum, we're here to create an easy A+ movie -going experience for educators and their students. For more information, to request a specific film or create your personal experience visit www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
Location: 120 Dalton Ave, Kingston
www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
It's an easy A! Movies Make Learning Fun.
Whether it's a break to catch the latest, most talked about film, or a curated selection that will enhance your curriculum, we're here to create an easy A+ movie -going experience for educators and their students. For more information, to request a specific film or create your personal experience visit www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
Location: 120 Dalton Ave, Kingston
www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
Little Cataraqui Creek:
Provincial Park
A wonderful area to appreciate the outdoors and enjoy a picnic. Summer programs include, Day camps, many trails. The Outdoor Centre programs for families resume in the Fall.
Located: 2 km N of Hwy 401 on Division St, Kingston
Hours: Outdoor Centre: Mon -Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm during
summer months, closed for weekends & holidays.
Entry fees during July and Aug, are reduced to $5.00 per car.
613-546-4228
www.cataraquiregion.on.ca
Provincial Park
A wonderful area to appreciate the outdoors and enjoy a picnic. Summer programs include, Day camps, many trails. The Outdoor Centre programs for families resume in the Fall.
Located: 2 km N of Hwy 401 on Division St, Kingston
Hours: Outdoor Centre: Mon -Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm during
summer months, closed for weekends & holidays.
Entry fees during July and Aug, are reduced to $5.00 per car.
613-546-4228
www.cataraquiregion.on.ca
Military Communications & Electronics Museum
From early telephones and Morse code to satellites and secret codes, the Military Communications and Electronics Museum proudly displays the achievements of Canada’s Military Communications and Electronics Branch.
From the First World War to UN Peacekeeping operations of today. Education Programs $2 per student. Improbable Escapes Camp X Escape Room: $12 per participant.
95 Craftsman Blvd, Kingston ON
613-541-4675
www.candemuseum.org
Treetop Trekking Aerial Game Parks
For over 10 years we have been welcoming school groups of all ages to our 5 locations. During a visit students will develop skills to respond to new challenges, participate in physical activity, set goals
and solve problems, and communicate effectively. Choose from our aerial game trek, team
building programs and other stand alone activities. School rates available.
'Ontario's Top Outdoor Attraction in 2022'
CONTACT: 905 797 2000
WEBSITE: www.treetoptrekking.com
LOCATION: 5 Locations: 1000 Islands-Barrie-Brampton-Ganaraska-Huntsville-Stouffville