It's in our nature.
There's beauty and magic all around you. New vistas and new energy? It's always just a step, hike or paddle away.
Walk the Block
Walk the Block in Kingsville's downtown core. Our downtown area offers a mix of restaurants, retail, coffee shops and services set within heritage and architecturally unique buildings.
Through support of the My Main Street Community Activator Grant Kingsville's Main Street is growing brighter while staying connected to its roots, inspiring all to experience Kingsville’s charm one step at a time.
Through this grant, we have been able to complete the following projects that invite both visitors and residents to get out, gather and enjoy Kingsville's downtown together.
- The Carnegie Green enhanced as gathering space at the Carnegie Arts & Visitors Centre draws people in for organized and casual community use.
- Walk the Block map of Kingsville's downtown core in both digital and paper versions encourage all to stay and explore.
- Step Back in Time is a self-guided map offering a storytelling experience of Kingsville’s unique history through the places and faces that created our Town.
- Revitalized, multi-season street lighting, signage, and permanent planters will welcome visitors.
- Chalk the Block installations at our downtown events engaging local artists to create sidewalk chalk murals for all to enjoy.
My Main Street is delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), and supported by a Government of Canada investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to foster the stabilization and revitalization of main streets across southern Ontario.
Cycling
Cycle Kingsville - created by local cycle enthusiasts, this site offers all-levels route maps and sample itineraries.
TWEPI's Cycle Tourism Guide - from our friends at Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island, this is an Essex County regional guide to cycling here.
County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) and the Chrysler Canada Greenway
Ontario By Bike - check out the suggestions on where to stop while touring Kingsville by bike.
Bike Repair Stations - A CWATS Bike Repair Station can be found on the Chrysler Canada Greenway at Kingsville Train Station Community Entrance (169 Lansdowne Ave, Kingsville) - The repair stands incorporate a range of tools such as screwdrivers, tire levers, chain tools and an integrated pump with a pressure gauge. You can also stop by Cycle Works at 122 Division Street South in Kingsville, just north of the Greenway rail trail. They offer bike sales and repairs/maintenance, plus a great selection of accessories.
On the Water
Experience Kingsville's beautiful parks, trails and beaches, many of which you can access by land and water!
Brought your boat? Launch into Lake Erie at Cedar Island Marina and Boat Launch.
Cedar Creek - Canoeing or kayaking can be a great way to explore this Essex County Regional Conservation Authority (ERCA) Conservation Area.
Somewhere Else Experience - Paddle rentals including: stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and canoes with easy launch access.
Take a Hike
Chrysler Canada Greenway - These trails were designed for multiple uses, including hiking, cycling, nature observation and in some areas, for horseback riding.
Meditation Trail on the Chrysler Canada Greenway - The Town of Kingsville's Communities in Bloom committee has partnered with Estate of Health Holistic Wellness Centre and Essex Region Conservation Authority to bring you the Meditation Trail. Listen to one of their Guided Walking Meditations below while you stroll the Chrysler Canada Greenway Trail. We hope they help you find greater peace, mindfulness, awareness, and connection with nature.
Kennedy Woods Walking Trails and Picnic Area - Found at the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, the six-kilometre-long Kennedy Woods walking trails are complete with picnic grounds and many points of interest.
On The Green
Every swing is a chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of the game at our beautiful golf courses.
Bird is the Word
Bird watching? Kingsville is the perfect place to land whether you're heading to Point Pelee National Park or Pelee Island. Check out Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island's Birding Guide.
Kingsville Heritage Walking & Driving Tour
This tour consists of homes and buildings that have received Heritage Designation throughout the Town of Kingsville.
The Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee was formed in 2004 by Kingsville Town Council to promote and protect built heritage in the municipality. The committee fulfills these tasks by providing an inventory of built heritage, recommending properties for designation and performing public outreach. Much of Kingsville’s attraction stems from its unique collection of historic properties, visible reminders of Kingsville’s rich and storied past. Through designation of homes and buildings, we pass on to future generations an awareness of life in different periods of times and a pride and respect for our town and its history.