Explore the 1000 Islands

City Cruises Gananoque

Experience the best of Gananoque with  City Cruises! Set sail and experience the beauty of the 1000 Islands, visit the magnificent Boldt Castle on Heart Island, discover the depths and history of the Lost Ships,

or hop aboard a Sunset Cruise with breathtaking views.

1000 Island Helicopter Tours

1000 Islands Helicopter Tours offer the most spectacular views of the 1000 Islands Region with five unique tours. Feel the excitement as you lift off and fly away on a journey of a lifetime. Become mesmerized by the richness and beauty of the 1000 Islands only seen from the air. Experience a private and intimate setting in the helicopter with personal narration of the region by the pilot. The magnificent sights are a perfect photographic opportunity, so cameras are a must for each flight! 

Hike the Canadian Shield

The Thousand Islands is the perfect destination for outdoor adventures, and there are no shortage of Thousand Islands hiking trails. While it’s possible to reach many of the larger islands by kayak or boat to go hiking on the islands themselves, there are lots of mainland properties in the 1000 Islands region to explore.

Visit Ontario Hiking for an in depth guide of the different hikes in the area including Landon Bay, Jones Creek, Marble Rock Conservation Area and many more!

Discover the Area's History

Located in the Arthur J.E. Child building on the waterfront, the 1000 Islands History Museum brings the past alive through their exhibits, programming, and tours. Discover the place where past meets present by visiting their interactive exhibits, relaxing on our waterfront veranda and browsing our unique gift shop. Founded in 1995, our museum tells the story of Gananoque's varied history, from glaciers and muskies to pirates and picnickers.

Download the 1000 Islands History Museum’s heritage walking tour app for a self guided tour of historical Gananoque! The tour is available in both French and English.

Thousand Islands Playhouse

Located just steps from The Stonewater Manor, The Thousand Islands Playhouse is finally back with a brand new season of exciting entertainment all summer long. Renowned as Canada's most scenic theatre, producing seven high professional shows a season, there is a show for everyone at the Thousand Islands Playhouse.