Travel Guide to Shoal Tower National Historic Site

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from downtown Kingston. Head southeast on Ontario Street toward King Street. Continue straight onto Ontario Street, then turn left onto King Street. Follow King Street until you reach the waterfront. From here, you can follow the shoreline until you see the Kingston Harbour. Shoal Tower is located in the Harbour area at Kingston Harbour, Kingston, ON K7L 2Z1. Parking is available along the waterfront, but please check for any parking fees or restrictions.

• Public Transportation

  For public transport, you can take the Kingston Transit bus. Look for the bus routes that head toward the waterfront or downtown. Routes 1, 2, and 3 are commonly used to reach the downtown area. Get off at the 'Kingston City Hall' stop. From there, walk towards Ontario Street and continue to the waterfront. Follow the waterfront path until you reach Shoal Tower. A bus fare is approximately $2.50 CAD.

• Taxi/Ride-Sharing

  If you prefer a taxi or ride-sharing service like Uber, you can request a ride to Kingston Harbour, Kingston, ON K7L 2Z1. The fare will vary depending on your starting location, but expect to pay around $10 to $20 CAD from most locations in Kingston. The driver can drop you off close to the waterfront area where Shoal Tower is located.

• Walking

  If you are staying in a hotel near the downtown area, consider walking to Shoal Tower. Head towards the waterfront by following Ontario Street south. Once you reach the waterfront, you will enjoy a scenic walk along the shore, where you can take in views of the harbor. The distance will depend on your starting point, but it's generally a pleasant walk if you are within a mile of the waterfront.