What is Alexandria Bay known for?

Wellesley Island, Alexandria Bay, NY The island is home to two state parks and is a popular destination for camping, fishing, boating, golfing and nature exploration. There are also two playgrounds for young children and a Nature Center. Visitors can access the island by crossing the bridge or by boat.

What is there to do in Alexandria Bay today?

Top Attractions in Alexandria Bay

• Boldt Castle and Yacht House. 1,969. History Museums.
• Thousand Islands. 545. Islands.
• Heart Island. 198. Islands.
• Thousand Islands Bridge. 221. Bridges.
• Thousand Islands Winery. 241. Wineries & Vineyards.
• Wellesley Island. 163. State Parks • Islands.
• Boldt Yacht House. 168.
• Scenic View Park. Parks.

Can you swim in Alexandria Bay?

The Alexandria Bay Public Beach is a sandy beach located near the business district of Alexandria Bay on the St. Lawrence River. The beach is open Memorial Day through Labor Day and lifeguards are present throughout the summer.

Is Alexandria Bay open?

We are open daily through October 11th for the 2021 season! The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) welcomes you to tour Boldt Castle to explore and experience an attraction like no other. Construction began on Boldt Castle in 1900 at the bidding of millionaire hotel magnate George C.

What is there to do in Alexandria Bay in the winter?

Winter in Alexandria Bay offers the excitement and relaxation of get-away weekend luxury resorts. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing derbies, winter carnivals and festivals and Christmas events are just a few of the activities that keep The Bay alive in the colder months.

Can you drive to Boldt Castle?

You can choose the Singer castle tour which also includes a tour of Boldt Castle. (4) CHEAPEST OPTION: Drive your car to Boldt Yacht House on Wellesley Island (find the address online). You can park there and see Boldt Yacht House for about $5/person and then take the FREE FERRY SHUTTLE to the Boldt Castle and back.

How much does it cost to tour Boldt Castle?

Adult – $6.00 (13+ years) Child – $4.00 (5-12 years) Infant – $0.00 (4 years and under) US Funds** A shuttle from Heart Island provides access to the Boldt Castle Yacht House.

Are there beaches in Alexandria?

Alexandria: A Multitude of Sea Shores There are several exquisite beaches within the city and further down its coastline towards Marsa Matruh. Accessed from Al Montaza, The Palace Beach is the perfect location for fishing and a relaxing stroll or a romantic meander with your loved one.

Can you stay overnight at Boldt Castle?

Boldt Castle is only open to the public during the day; there are no facilities for overnight accommodations. Fortunately, the nearby town of Alexandria Bay features a number of lodgings as well as restaurants serving guests to the Thousand Islands region.

Why was Boldt Castle never finished?

The castle, which was close to completion but not quite finished, sat empty for 73 years. Weather, vandals who scribbled graffiti on its walls and the passage of time took a toll on the structure. Then, in 1977, the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority took over the building and began restoring it.

Is Boldt Castle finished?

This extensive development is projected to be completed in 2020. During the Authority’s 42 years of ownership of the former Boldt properties on Heart Island and the Boldt Yacht House on Wellesley Island, millions of dollars have been invested in rehabilitation and improvement efforts.