Gananoque: Waterfront Adventures and Regional History
Popularly known as the "Gateway to the 1,000 Islands", Gananoque, Canada is one of the best scenic destinations in Ontario. Sitting along the St. Lawrence River near the mouth of the Gananoque River, the city is a known paradise for boat enthusiasts and a fisherman's playground. Gananoque, Canada hotels are situated around 43 kilometers away from the YGK-Norman Rogers Airport and 77 kilometers from ART-Watertown International Airport. Gananoque is home to the Thousand Island, one of the most important tourist attractions in the city and the significant contributor in the region’s art, culture and history.
Best Time to Visit
Canada Day and Culture Days are a few of the fun and most celebrated events in Gananoque. The most ideal weather for fun outdoor activities is available during the month of May to September with August as the busiest.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Head to the banks and checkout the Antique Boat Museum. This museum features the biggest collection of classic boats and antique boats in the whole of North America. Another boater’s dream destination would be the Thousand Islands Bridge that gives you a great view of the famous Thousand Islands region. The Thousand Islands Museum shall complete your “thousand island” experience in Gananoque. Operated by a non-profit organization, the museum collects and preserves artifacts that interpret the unique history that the Thousand Islands region has to offer. Relax afterwards at the Colonial Resort & Spa or the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gananoque after your enjoyable tour around the city.