Itinerary Ideas
Whether it’s your first time or your next time in Alexandria Bay, there is so much to see and do — you may never want to leave (that’s our goal)! Here’s a little inspiration to help plan your trip, for whoever you are and whoever you bring with you (this time). Happy planning!
2 Day / Weekend Itinerary:
- Charter a Fishing Guide on the St. Lawrence River
- Hike the Wellesley Island Nature Trail or other 1000 Islands Regional Trails
- Experience Flyboarding with All In Adventures at Bonnie Castle Resort
- Rent a kayak or paddle board at Riverbay Adventure Inn, Chippewa Bay, New York
- Tour the river on your very own boat rental
- Rent a bicycle at Swan Bay Resort & Marina
- Experience the thrill of go-cart riding at Alex Bay 500
2 Day or Weekend Itinerary:
- Begin your getaway with a sunset toast overlooking the St. Lawrence River at Bonnie Castle Resort in Alexandria Bay.
- Book a romantic cruise along the river aboard Uncle Sam Boat Tours
- Be sure to stop at Heart Island to explore Boldt Castle’s six-story, 120-room castle – built at the turn of the century by owner of the Waldorf Astoria (New York City) as a gift to his wife (how’s that for romantic?)
- Enjoy romance and award-winning spirits at the Thousand Island Winery or experience Dark Island Spirits “musically matured” spirits
- Grab lunch at The Kitchen, the newest gourmet farm-to-table restaurant in Alexandria Bay followed by a wine tasting at the Thousand Islands Winery and other stops on the Thousand Islands Seaway Wine Trail for a taste of our area’s flourishing vineyards.
Before you embark on any of these itineraries grab an Explorer Passport, answer local trivia questions, draw Alexandria Bay landmarks and collect stickers and stamps from participating businesses. It’s fun for the kids while you shop and eat!
All Play
- Visit Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and take a few laps around their one mile asphalt track. When you leave the track play a round mini-golf at their 18 hole course.
- If you remembered your passport or NY Enhanced Driver’s License head on over the bridge to Hill Island and view the 1000 Islands from the 1000 Islands Tower.
- Finish your day with a movie at the Bay Drive-In Theatre around dusk.
Arts & Culture
- Start your morning with breakfast.
- Stroll down to the Cornwall Brothers Museum and view their featured exhibits.
- Take a trip to the Antique Boat Museum and check out the antique boats that are on display.
- Before you leave Clayton stop in at the Thousand Islands Museum.
- Stop at the Thousand Islands Bridge and walk to the top for a great view and if you’re lucky enough catch a ship passing through.
- Return to Alexandria Bay and enjoy the Scenic View Park Playground and Beach.
Boat & Castle Tours
Option A:
- Tour the islands on a Boat Tour or Boat Rental.
- Finish your trip at Boldt Castle for a self-guided tour on Heart Island.
- Catch a shuttle to and from mainland to the castle when you are ready. Shuttle runs regularly throughout the day.
- Sail back to Alexandria Bay for lunch or dinner and some shopping.
- Take a sunset stroll along the beautiful new River Walk.
Option B:
- Start your morning with breakfast.
- Tour the islands on a Boat Tour or Boat Rental.
- Take your tour down River approximately 7 miles to Singer Castle on Dark Island for a guided tour of the Castle and the Island.
- Sail back to Alexandria Bay for lunch or dinner and some shopping.
- Take a sunset stroll along the beautiful new River Walk.
Before you embark on any of these itineraries grab an Explorer Passport, answer local trivia questions, draw Alexandria Bay landmarks and collect stickers and stamps from participating businesses. It’s fun for the kids while you shop and eat!
All Play
Option A:
- After breakfast take a look around the Cornwall Brothers Store & Museum!
- Visit Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and take a few laps around their one mile asphalt track. When you leave the track play a round mini-golf at their 18 hole course.
- If you remembered your passport or NY Enhanced Driver’s License head on over the bridge to Hill Island and view the 1000 Islands from the 1000 Islands Tower.
Option B:
- Start your day off downtown Alexandria Bay shopping and dining.
- Take a scenic tour of the river on an Uncle Sam Boat Tour! You can tour both Boldt Castle and Signer Castle!
- Finish your day with a movie at the Bay Drive-In Theatre around dusk.
Option C:
- Start your day off downtown Alexandria Bay shopping and dining.
- Take a tour of the Craft Beverage and Wine Trail. You can even start your tour right here in downtown Alexandria Bay. If you are looking for a tour operator, Lady Slipper will chauffeur you around.
- Finish your day with some nightlife.
Arts & Culture
- Start your morning with breakfast.
- Stroll down to the Cornwall Brothers Museum and view their featured exhibits.
- Take a trip to the Antique Boat Museum and check out the antique boats that are on display.
- Before you leave Clayton stop in at the Thousand Islands Museum.
- Return to Alexandria Bay and enjoy the Scenic View Park Playground and Beach.
Boat & Castle Tours
Option A:
- Tour the islands on a Boat Tour or Boat Rental.
- Finish your trip at Boldt Castle for a self-guided tour on Heart Island.
- Catch a shuttle to and from mainland to the castle when you are ready. Shuttle runs regularly throughout the day.
- Sail back to Alexandria Bay for lunch or dinner and some shopping.
- Take a sunset stroll along the beautiful new River Walk.
Option B:
- Start your morning with breakfast.
- Tour the islands on a Boat Tour or Boat Rental.
- Take your tour down River approximately 7 miles to Singer Castle on Dark Island for a guided tour of the Castle and the Island.
- Sail back to Alexandria Bay for lunch or dinner and some shopping.
- Take a sunset stroll along the beautiful new River Walk.
Option C:
- Start your day with breakfast or lunch and some shopping
- Relax at the Scenic View Park where you can enjoy the playground, beach, pavilion or stroll along the River Walk.
- Take the shuttle from mainland
- Take a Craft Beverage or Dinner Cruise with one of the local boatlines.
2 Day / Weekend Itinerary:
- Grab your friends and enjoy a private boat tour aboard 1000 Islands Water Taxi Scenic Tours, Uncle Sams Boat Tours or Clayton Island Tours
- Experience our region’s award winning wineries by visiting the Thousand Islands Wine Trail
- Enjoy a round of golf at our premier golf courses, including the TI Country Club and Alex Bay Municipal Golf Course
- Tour historic Boldt Castle and Singer Castle
- Enjoy live entertainment and nightlife in downtown Alexandria Bay
- Experience fine dining at one of our many area restaurants
If it’s a little rainy in Alexandria Bay, don’t worry! There’s still a lot to do in and around the heart of the Thousand Islands. Here are some great places to visit to make your Alexandria Bay experience complete, even if it’s raining outside:
- Alexandria Bay Arcade at Alex Bay 500
- Visit the Cornwall Brothers Museum
- Explore Alex Bay’s downtown shopping district
- Enjoy a trip to Boldt Castle or Singer Castle
- Tour the Antique Boat Museum
- Visit Dark Island Spirit Distillery, Coyote Moon Vineyards and Thousand Islands Winery