Free Museums in Kingston

"An exhaustive exploration of shipping and its evolution, The Marine Museum of the Great Lakes is an interesting experience for both kids and adults alike. The museum’s motto is ‘to collect, conserve and display artifacts related to Great Lakes marine history, shipping and shipbuilding, construct an exhibition area for special exhibitions of both marine and non-marine character, enc...Read more"

"A museum visit a day keeps the laziness away is just as true as if you were eating apples to keep the doctor away. Luckly Kingston never runs out of museums and never fails to entertain us. The Museum of Health Care may sound boring at first but the museum has a whole new world inside of it."

"The Kingston Association of Museums, Galleries, and Historic Sites is a not-for-profit, collaborative group of member institutions from the Kingston region. Visit their website for a complete listing of sites, hours, locations and collection highlights."

"Founded by the National Hockey League and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association on September 10, 1943 – Kingston’s International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum is the “Original Hockey Hall of Fame” and the oldest sports hall of fame in Canada. Captain James T. Sutherland of Kingston spearheaded the bid to bring the Hockey Hall of Fame to Kingston and was inducted into the hall in 1947 – one of the first forty members inducted into the hall during the Kingston-era. The Original Hall of Fame is proudly located in Kingston, Ontario."

"No need to drive to Toronto to get a little piece of hockey’s history. Fittingly located on the second floor of the Invista Centre, The Original Hockey Hall of Fame is filled with a ton of interesting facts and artifacts. The best part is the focus on Kingston-born legends like Doug Gilmour and Jayna Hefford."

"Kathleen Hall, 11 Medical Quadrangle This space is a gem for researchers and acts as a museum for specific topics you might be interested in. If you’ve never been to the Archives before, bring a piece of photo ID and be prepared to fill out a piece of paper to create a membership card before you begin browsing. A museum for researchers and anyone wanting to learn more about the history of Kingston."

"Spencer Sandwich, $5.95: bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, mayo on toast. This Princess Street gem has been around for years and years; I remember coming here for lunch breaks from my summer job as a teenager. It still has its same old charm and affordable dishes."

"Old Faithful, $7.99 (includes coffee): Two eggs, bacon or sausage, homefries and toast. Located in the west end on Princess east of Bayridge drive and in the east end near Division and the 401, Fardella’s is home to many treats. During a visit to the west end location, I order directly from the counter and watch as they fry up potatoes and eggs at lightning speed."

"Fardella’s is a home-style coffee shop specializing in coffee, baked goods, and tasty meals. The cafe is family-owned and operated which makes it perfect for families with kids. Fardella’s menu offers all-day breakfast, salads, comfort foods, meal deals, pasta dishes, specials, and more."

"An adorably charming cafe located in Kingston’s heart (downtown). This spot offers a massive seating area for students, workers and best pals alike, with a vast array of scrumptious treats including sandwiches, salads and baked goods. We wish you luck in your journey to fight the ‘CRAVE-ings’ for sweet treats while you order yourself a warm cup of java."

"Located right on Princess Street about halfway down towards the water, CRAVE opened not too many years ago and has left its mark on Kingston coffee culture. The place is massive – making it a hub for students to study in. Don’t be scared of them, though – they just need a hot drink, a plug, and some WiFi and they will generally leave you alone!"

"The chefs are passionate and prepare all meals with the freshest ingredients. Enjoy hot meals prepared using traditional techniques. Whether you choose to dine in or take out, quality is always guaranteed."

"What a wonderful placeWish I lived closer so I could have the cranberry cashew salad every day for lunch....Terrific breads!!!. Next tim I will take a photo..."

"Finally, a Kingston pub that is closer to downtown compared to the two above but not quite there is Portsmouth Tavern. Also known as “The Ports”, this establishment in the small town/neighbourhood of Portsmouth on Kingston’s waterfront has a rich history to it. The legend goes that the pub used to be the watering hole for the old prison guards of the nearby Kingston Penitentiary."