GIC Cottage - Prince Edward Country
Provincial Park & Beach
Boasting three large public beach areas, the sandbanks are a huge draw for families in particular and are some of the top beaches in Ontario. Of these, the very best beach for families is Outlet Beach, popular for its shallow shores and safe swimming. Wildlife enthusiasts won't be disappointed, either, as the parks offers many quieter spots that are perfect for bird-watching, especially in spring and fall as migrating bird species pass through. An extensive trail network crisscrosses the dunes and wetlands, and interesting interpretive programs are offered.
485 locals recommend
Sandbanks Provincial Park
3004 County Road 12Boasting three large public beach areas, the sandbanks are a huge draw for families in particular and are some of the top beaches in Ontario. Of these, the very best beach for families is Outlet Beach, popular for its shallow shores and safe swimming. Wildlife enthusiasts won't be disappointed, either, as the parks offers many quieter spots that are perfect for bird-watching, especially in spring and fall as migrating bird species pass through. An extensive trail network crisscrosses the dunes and wetlands, and interesting interpretive programs are offered.
Napanee Conservation Park
20 Pearl StCity/town information
Greater Napanee
Museum
The pride of the museum's collection, though, is its fully-restored Halifax bomber. Built during WWII and a mainstay of Allied bombing campaigns over Europe, visitors can even book a private tour of this aircraft's interior, the only surviving example of the bomber known to exist (a rare Lancaster bomber is also currently being restored). Other aircraft, like the impressive Hercules troop and cargo carrier, can also be toured. A gift shop is located on-site.
39 locals recommend
National Air Force Museum of Canada
220 RCAF RdThe pride of the museum's collection, though, is its fully-restored Halifax bomber. Built during WWII and a mainstay of Allied bombing campaigns over Europe, visitors can even book a private tour of this aircraft's interior, the only surviving example of the bomber known to exist (a rare Lancaster bomber is also currently being restored). Other aircraft, like the impressive Hercules troop and cargo carrier, can also be toured. A gift shop is located on-site.
A highlight of a visit is exploring the Oeno Gallery's impressive sculpture garden. Set amid four acres of pleasantly landscaped grounds adjacent to the gallery, the garden is home to some 30 installations, including sculptures that encourage viewers to unleash their curiosity.
61 locals recommend
Oeno Gallery
2274 Prince Edward County Rd 1A highlight of a visit is exploring the Oeno Gallery's impressive sculpture garden. Set amid four acres of pleasantly landscaped grounds adjacent to the gallery, the garden is home to some 30 installations, including sculptures that encourage viewers to unleash their curiosity.
Highlights of a visit include fascinating displays related to everything from shipbuilding to fishing, as well as rum running, a risky occupation that peaked during the US prohibition when illegal alcohol was smuggled from local (also illegal) distillers to New York. Boat races and recreational boating are also covered. Also of note is the old lighthouse, brought here from nearby Duck Island, along with numerous ship models and artifacts
20 locals recommend
Mariners Park Museum
2065 County Rd 13Highlights of a visit include fascinating displays related to everything from shipbuilding to fishing, as well as rum running, a risky occupation that peaked during the US prohibition when illegal alcohol was smuggled from local (also illegal) distillers to New York. Boat races and recreational boating are also covered. Also of note is the old lighthouse, brought here from nearby Duck Island, along with numerous ship models and artifacts
Sightseeing
Bay of Quinte
Get a dose of Provence and aromatherapy in the purple fields of Prince Edward County Lavender just a 10-min. drive north of Wellington.
Tour the fields, shop the boutique for handcrafted products, maybe even book a room in their B&B for the ultimate lavender experience.
The peak flowering time is from late June to July. During this time, the lavender farm hosts the two-day Lavender Festival.
56 locals recommend
Prince Edward County Lavender
732 Closson RdGet a dose of Provence and aromatherapy in the purple fields of Prince Edward County Lavender just a 10-min. drive north of Wellington.
Tour the fields, shop the boutique for handcrafted products, maybe even book a room in their B&B for the ultimate lavender experience.
The peak flowering time is from late June to July. During this time, the lavender farm hosts the two-day Lavender Festival.
Thousand Islands
43373 Collins Landing RdLake on the Mountain
Forest Mills Falls
These days, it’s not easy task to find a patch of clear night sky that’s not obstructed by light pollution.
But, just 37 kilometres north of Napanee the L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area (DSVA) is ready to wow you with incredible, clear views. This spot is the most southerly point in Ontario that offers a night sky experience very similar to what was available more than 100 years ago.
19 locals recommend
Dark Sky Viewing Area
7980 Lennox and Addington County Rd 41These days, it’s not easy task to find a patch of clear night sky that’s not obstructed by light pollution.
But, just 37 kilometres north of Napanee the L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area (DSVA) is ready to wow you with incredible, clear views. This spot is the most southerly point in Ontario that offers a night sky experience very similar to what was available more than 100 years ago.
Shopping
Spent a half-hour in Kingston Olive Oil Company (Picton) sampling extra virgin olive oil flavoured with Tuscan herbs, chipotle and black truffle, and aged balsamic vinegar infused with everything from red apple to dark chocolate. The flavour combinations here are endless!
Kingston Olive Oil Co.
185 Main St WSpent a half-hour in Kingston Olive Oil Company (Picton) sampling extra virgin olive oil flavoured with Tuscan herbs, chipotle and black truffle, and aged balsamic vinegar infused with everything from red apple to dark chocolate. The flavour combinations here are endless!
Food & Drinks
The Napanee Beer Company
450 Milligan LnNapanee Fish & Chips
35 Jim Kimmett BoulevardThe Waterfront River Pub and Terrace
22 Water St WLa Pizzeria
17 Dundas St WSantorini Mediterranean Grill
54 County Road 8Chuck's Roadhouse Bar & Grill
9 Jim Kimmett BlvdThe loaf and ale pub
25 Dundas St EBergeron Estate Winery and Cider Co.
9656 Loyalist PkwyThree Dog Winery
1920 Fish Lake RdWaupoos Estates Winery & Restaurant
3016 County Road 8Sport
Napanee Golf & Country Club
201 County Rd 8County Shores
Boat Rental Place
Riverbank Rentals
20 Water St WKayak & paddle boat rentals
Westlake Watersports
191 Winns DrJet Ski Rentals