Kingston travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kingston
With a population of 114,195, Kingston is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada.
Where to Eat in Kingston
If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Dog Tavern (69 Brock Street) and Days on Front (730 Front Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Mayla (343 King St E, Kingston) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Kingston (27 Princess St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kingston.
When to visit Kingston
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kingston in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as -12 °C, with an average temperature of -7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kingston, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Kingston
Plane
When flying to Kingston, you’ll arrive at Kingston (YGK), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Kingston is called Kingston, and is located 3 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Kingston is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 150 miles from Kingston. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Toronto.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kingston, including Bus, OurBus and Rider Express. The most popular bus station is Kingston First Canada Avenue, located 2 miles from the city centre of Kingston. Kingston Queen's University is also a commonly used station, and is 0.8 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Kingston
Where to stay in Kingston
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lord Nelson Motel and Motel 6 Kingston On.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kingston
Most booked hotels in Kingston
Hiring a car in Kingston
Expect to pay $2.31 per litre in Kingston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.64 and $36.86.