Why You Should Go...

Experience the wonder of the Thousand Islands aboard City Cruises Gananoque, with ports in Gananoque and Ivy Lea. Previously operating as Gananoque Boat Line since 1951, City Cruises Gananoque is the oldest and largest cruise company servicing the 1000 Islands.

Guests have a variety of cruise options available, from one-hour sightseeing tours to half-day adventures:

• 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque
• 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea
• 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque
• 5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

All tours are equipped with onboard audio commentary in English and French. For extra insight, crews are well-versed in the rich history of the St. Lawrence River island chain and can share lesser-known facts about its past, wildlife, and landmarks.

Each vessel features a full cash bar with a variety of snack items that cater to specific dietary requirements and alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase.

Why You Should Go...

Experience the wonder of the Thousand Islands aboard City Cruises Gananoque, with ports in Gananoque and Ivy Lea. Previously operating as Gananoque Boat Line since 1951, City Cruises Gananoque is the oldest and largest cruise company servicing the 1000 Islands.

Guests have a variety of cruise options available, from one-hour sightseeing tours to half-day adventures:

• 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque
• 1-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Ivy Lea
• 3-Hour 1000 Islands Cruise from Gananoque
• 5-Hour 1000 Islands Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise from Gananoque

All tours are equipped with onboard audio commentary in English and French. For extra insight, crews are well-versed in the rich history of the St. Lawrence River island chain and can share lesser-known facts about its past, wildlife, and landmarks.

Each vessel features a full cash bar with a variety of snack items that cater to specific dietary requirements and alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase.

What You Should Know...

Open: Seasonally: April, May, June, July, August, October

Cost: Less than $75

Discounts: Children, Groups

Access: Wheelchair

Available: Audio Tour, Restaurant, Bar, Concessions, Patio Dining, Gift Shop

Outside food and beverage is not permitted so plan ahead. Recommendation: Before or after your cruise stop by Docksite Restaurant located on Main Street in Gananoque. The burgers are the best in town.

Don’t forget your passport if taking the 5-Hour Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise as Boldt Castle is an Official Port of Entry into the United States in Alexandria Bay, New York.

It’s not just 1000 Islands; in fact, there are 1,864 islands in the region. Some are small rocky shores, while the largest is Wolfe Island, which is 43 kilometres long by 14 kilometres wide. The region also spans both sides of the border between the United States and Canada.

There are many conflicting origin stories of the popular Thousand Islands salad dressing, but it is safe to say that it hailed from this region.

Tales of buried gold and jewels are rich in the 1,000 Islands. Dozens of islands reportedly have barrels of silver or sacks of gold hiding beneath the soil, originating from raids in the 1800s, shipwrecks, and treacherous behavior.