Why people love visiting historical Wellesley Island
Enjoy the history and other features of Wellesley Island. Renowned for its island views, boating and riverfront, this city welcomes all visitors. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in and around Wellesley Island
Are you searching for things to do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Wellesley Island a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Thousand Islands Winery (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- Smuggler's Glen Golf Course (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Coyote Moon Vineyards (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Gananoque Boat Line (8.6 mi / 13.9 km)
- Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store (3.5 mi / 5.7 km)
- The Landon Bay Centre (5.4 mi / 8.6 km)
Exploring the natural features in Wellesley Island
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Wellesley Island is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- St. Lawrence Islands National Park (2.9 mi / 4.6 km)
- Scenic View Park (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Heart Island (3.6 mi / 5.7 km)
- Thousand Islands National Park (3.8 mi / 6.2 km)
- Black Lake (22.5 mi / 36.2 km)
- Grenell Island (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
How to get to and around Wellesley Island
Fly into Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), the closest airport, located 22.3 mi (35.8 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is 31.1 mi (50.1 km) away.