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Thousand Islands


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 6 attractions in Alexandria Bay
Traveller Description: This area of 1,600-plus islands was discovered by French explorers in the 16th century.
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Attraction type: Island
Address: NYS Welcome Center at the 1000 Islands International Bridge
43373 Collins Landing Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Tel: 800-847-5263; 800-8-ISLAND
Fax: 315-482-5906

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5 of 5 stars
Upstate New York
31 Jan 2006
2
people found this review helpful

Alex Bay is a small and somewhat disappointing town, but the Thousand Islands are absolutly beautiful. Plenty of activities to fill 2-3 days. Overall town is very scenic, quiet and relaxing. I have lived in Central NY all my life and this was the first time I vacationed in Alex Bay. Is definetly worth a visit. Be sure to do... more

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4 of 5 stars
Middleboro MA
30 Aug 2005
2
people found this review helpful

My husband and I had a wonderful time and enjoyed every minute of our time there. There are plenty of activities from water sports,boat tours, band concerts to historical museums and castles. We stayed at Ledges Resort Motel and Marina in Alexandria Bay and in spite of some bad reviews we had seen on this site, we found it to... more

25 Mar 2005

The town itself is very small but if you're a water lover like me, you'll find it peaceful, serene, and beautiful. The homes on the islands are unreal and beautiful from a distance. Great weekend get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. more

30 Aug 2004
28
people found this review helpful

The Thousand Islands are indeed beautiful. I will list Pros and Cons.... Pros. Easy to drive to..(right up interstate 81..pretty and fast Hwy) Waterways and islands should be in the 7 wonders of the world. Boating is AWESOME, so is the fishing! History abounds...sunken ships, War of 1812, etc. Not crowded. Bolt castle- a must see! Take the boat tours!... more

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5 of 5 stars
Bethlehem, Penna.
28 Sep 2003
1
person found this review helpful

I have vacationed in the Thousand Islands since my early childhood. I loved the area so much that I bought a cottage on Hill Island. It is by far, the most beautiful vacation spot in the world and the best kept secret powerboating area in the States. more

23 Aug 2003
4
people found this review helpful

My husband, 22 yr. old daughter, and myself took a trip to 1000 Islands, NY 2 weeks ago. It was one of the most beautiful places we've ever been to in the U.S.!!! Well worth the trip from wherever you live. The beautiful islands, clear waterways, friendly people, historical sights and information was absolutely wonderful. If you haven't been there... more

21 Sep 2002
8
people found this review helpful

We spent a couple days at the beginning of off-season in Alexandria Bay.NY. The scenery was supurb, I couldn't believe how clear the water was. Boating and fishing are great, as were the tours to Boldt Castle and surrounding islands. I was very impressed with the availability and reasonable prices of accomodations, we had rooms right on the shoreline. The... more

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Thousand Islands Address

NYS Welcome Center at the 1000 Islands International Bridge, 43373 Collins Landing, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Tel: 800-847-5263; 800-8-ISLAND Fax: 315-482-5906