Discover

Your guide to uncovering hidden gems.

We take you on a journey of exploration and discovery! If you're a traveler or local looking for new and exciting spots to explore, then you're in the right place. Our blog is dedicated to sharing our love of Downtown Kingston and our passion for discovering hidden gems around.

We believe that Downtown Kingston is more than just visiting popular tourist destinations; it's about immersing yourself in the local culture, meeting new people, and discovering the unique and unexpected. That's why we're committed to exploring off-the-beaten-path spots and sharing our discoveries with you. Check out our most recent articles...

Sustainable Summer Style: Kingston's Must-Visit Thrift Shops

Sustainable Summer Style: Kingston's Must-Visit Thrift Shops

Check out this curated list of thrift, vintage and consignment shops in the heart of downtown Kingston and experience the thrill of falling in love with a thrifted item that fits perfectly.
Your Guide to the Perfect Day on Kingston's Waterfront

Your Guide to the Perfect Day on Kingston's Waterfront

Downtown Kingston's waterfront is calling your name! If you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or delicious eats by the water this guide is for you!
Celebrate Summer: 17 Things to do in June in Downtown Kingston

Celebrate Summer: 17 Things to do in June in Downtown Kingston

From street festivals to outdoor live music and cultural tours, there are plenty of ways to celebrate summer downtown Kingston this June.
Fashion for a Cause: How YGK Thrift & Almost Home Support Families

Fashion for a Cause: How YGK Thrift & Almost Home Support Families

Discover the story of how the downtown thrift store, YGK Thrift supports the vital mission of Almost Home, a sanctuary for families whose children are receiving pediatric care in Kingston.
Treat Mom Like a Queen: Spa, Brunch, and Floral Ideas for Mother’s Day

Treat Mom Like a Queen: Spa, Brunch, and Floral Ideas for Mother’s Day

Downtown Kingston has so many different ways to pamper mom in May! Spark ideas to make mom feel extra special this Mother’s Day with this curated list.
The Smith Hotel: Where History Meets Modern Luxury

The Smith Hotel: Where History Meets Modern Luxury

Set in a nineteenth-century church in downtown Kingston, The Smith Hotel has evolved into a luxury stay that feels like home, but better.
A Staycation at Delta Hotels Kingston Waterfront

A Staycation at Delta Hotels Kingston Waterfront

Welcome to Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront – a four-star hotel where comfort meets hospitality in the heart of historic downtown Kingston!
Exploring Downtown Kingston's Colourful Art Scene

Exploring Downtown Kingston's Colourful Art Scene

Take a colourful journey through downtown Kingston’s diverse art scene, captivating galleries and studio spaces before the Art After Dark event on Friday, April 5th!
Your Ultimate Total Solar Eclipse Weekend Itinerary

Your Ultimate Total Solar Eclipse Weekend Itinerary

Looking for some inspiration on how to make the most of your total solar eclipse weekend in downtown Kingston? Then this article’s for you!
My Stay at the Frontenac Club

My Stay at the Frontenac Club

Discover a building that has been a bank, a boarding house, and an exclusive gentlemen's club that now stands as Kingston’s most distinctive boutique hotel.
Birdgirl Arts: Where Creativity and Community Meet

Birdgirl Arts: Where Creativity and Community Meet

Artist Sasha Jiminez French of Birdgirl Arts has the perfect spot to host even the most beginner-level art enthusiast at her studio, The Loft in downtown Kingston.
This Entrepreneur is Curating Joy with ‘Happy Thoughts’

This Entrepreneur is Curating Joy with ‘Happy Thoughts’

Joy and creativity come together at Happy Thoughts! Discover this vibrant, charming shop in the heart of downtown Kingston!

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