There are 1000’s of Reasons to Come Stay & Play…
Cape House Rentals are conveniently located minutes from groceries, fuel, and all manner of dining. Antiques, wineries, and boutique gift shops abound throughout the river basin. For those wishing to explore and experience more than R&R the region offers fabulous activities and sights:
Tibbits Point Lighthouse – Where Lake Ontario and the Saint Lawrence River meet. Spectacular views of the seemingly endless lake and Canadian islands. All season.
Cape Vincent French Festival – Delight in all things French! Join the festivities and descendants of French explorers to celebrate their cultural highlights. Held annually in July
Antique Boat Museum, Clayton – Enjoy the exemplary woodcraft and scents of historic wood boats from days gone by. With over 300 classic boats, ABM hosts the annual boat show and auction July 31- August 2. Open all season. Take a private tour of the Thousand Islands on a classic seafaring roadster!
Boldt Castle, Alex Bay – Revel in turn of the century wealth and architecture in this amazing castle built by the manager of the Waldorf Astoria for his wife. Open all season.
Singer Castle, Alex Bay – A completely restored and furnished turn of the century castle, originally built by the family that owned Singer Sewing Machines. A glorious step back to the guilded age of the fantastically wealthy. Open all season.
Uncle Sam Boat Tours, Alex Bay – Take a guided tour and a safe and comfortable ship to explore the homes of the rich industrialists who made the St. Lawrence River their summer getaway. All season.
Ferry to Canada then a short drive to Kingston, Canada: departs regularly.
Buskers Rendezvous, Kingston, Canada – A week of world class entertainment- music, acrobatics, magic and more artistic displays. Held annually in July.
Pirates Weekend, Alex Bay – There are 10 days filled with family fun and special events.. Held annually in August.
Fort Henry, Kingston, Canada – Built during the War of 1812 on the then-frontier to counter American naval might on Lake Ontario. All season.
Fishing Derbies, St. Lawrence River – Hosting award-winning competitive fishing for some of the world’s best black bass fishing, as well as the voracious and elusive muskellunge.
Find More Thousand Islands Attractions:
1000 Islands International Tourism Council
Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce
Clayton Chamber of Commerce
Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Our favorite attraction? Right here on the river, watching the world go by!
