25 Things You Must Do

25 Things You Must Do

25 things you must do when you're visiting 1000 Islands! So many great events, festivals, free concerts in the park, attractions, and unique shops full of one of a kind items.  Here are a few of the wonderful things you absolutely must do!

  1. Reach new heights with a ride on 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours or Skydive Gananoque or a visit to 1000 Islands Tower.
  2. Shop our downtown and visit our unique artisan shops & galleries.
  3. Go fishing and reel in a big one! Did someone say Muskie?
  4. Discover the Gananoque Trails.
  5. Cool off at the splash pad or take a dip in the St. Lawrence.
  6. Enjoy our local festivals and events.
  7. Enjoy one of Ontario's largest outdoor contemporary art exhibits at Confederation Park.
  8. Attend the Lansdowne FairLyndhurst Turkey Fair & Culture Days.
  9. Experience something old & something new at our local 1000 Islands History Museum & Thousand Islands Boat Museum.
  10. Bring your bike and take a ride on the stunning 1000 Islands Parkway.
  11. Savour our local flavours in any of our restaurants & cafes!
  12. Enjoy a picnic in one of our many parks.
  13. Get some pampering in one of our salons or spas.
  14. Love history ... book a 1.5 hr  Walking Tour or take a 'Step Back In Time' with a Self-Guided Heritage Tour
  15. Listen to some amazing live music at locations all throughout town!
  16. Practice your swing at Gananoque Golf Course, Green AcresLyndway Hills or Smugglers Glen.
  17. Cruise through the 1000 Islands on City Cruises Gananoque or Rockport Cruises.
  18. Take in a play at Thousand Islands Playhouse or the Royal Theatre.
  19. Make new four-legged friends and find homegrown goods at our local farms!
  20. Thrill riders! take a spin at the BMX and Skateboard Park.
  21. Fun on the water? How about sea doo or boat rentals
  22. Hike or spend the night in our Thousand Islands National Park.
  23.  Catch a movie at the local cinema and drive-in.
  24. Taste some locally made & grown goodness at our Farmers Market every Thursday from 4 pm - 7 pm at Town Park (June through October).
  25. Sit back and enjoy our backyard!!