Alexandria Bay Guide Book

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Alexandria Bay Guide Book

Food scene

Great Food, Particularly for dinner. Open 4-9 26 Church St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
9 recommandé par les habitants
Cavallario's Steak & Seafood
26 Church Street
9 recommandé par les habitants
Great Food, Particularly for dinner. Open 4-9 26 Church St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Great steak house! 20 James St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM Thursday 11 AM–9 PM Friday 11 AM–2 AM Saturday 10 AM–2 AM Sunday 10 AM–4 PM
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Great steak house! 20 James St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM Thursday 11 AM–9 PM Friday 11 AM–2 AM Saturday 10 AM–2 AM Sunday 10 AM–4 PM
Great breakfast and lunch. Open 7am-2pm 43641 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Wolfes kountry Kottage
Great breakfast and lunch. Open 7am-2pm 43641 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Great Breakfast and lunch. Open 6:30-2 114 Church St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
The North Star Family Restaurant
Great Breakfast and lunch. Open 6:30-2 114 Church St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
A great sandwich, pie and ice cream place. 42077 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 7 AM–2:30 PM Tuesday 7 AM–2:30 PM Wednesday 7 AM–2:30 PM Thursday 7 AM–2:30 PM Friday 7 AM–8 PM Saturday 7 AM–8 PM Sunday 10 AM–7 PM
12 recommandé par les habitants
Gal's Place
42077 NY-12
12 recommandé par les habitants
A great sandwich, pie and ice cream place. 42077 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 7 AM–2:30 PM Tuesday 7 AM–2:30 PM Wednesday 7 AM–2:30 PM Thursday 7 AM–2:30 PM Friday 7 AM–8 PM Saturday 7 AM–8 PM Sunday 10 AM–7 PM
One of the few year round bar & dining establishments. 17 Market St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 11 AM–10 PM Tuesday 11 AM–10 PM Wednesday 11 AM–10 PM Thursday 11 AM–10 PM Friday 11 AM–12 AM Saturday 11 AM–12 AM Sunday 12–10 PM
Dockside Pub
17 Market St
One of the few year round bar & dining establishments. 17 Market St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 11 AM–10 PM Tuesday 11 AM–10 PM Wednesday 11 AM–10 PM Thursday 11 AM–10 PM Friday 11 AM–12 AM Saturday 11 AM–12 AM Sunday 12–10 PM
A lovely restaurant with great views of the river. 31 Holland St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 They also have a "Marine Park" for scuba divers to venture from shore.
Bonnie Castle Resort & Marina
31 Holland St
A lovely restaurant with great views of the river. 31 Holland St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 They also have a "Marine Park" for scuba divers to venture from shore.

Sightseeing

Please note this is an island, it can only be visited by boat. 1 Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Thursday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Friday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Saturday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Sunday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM
91 recommandé par les habitants
Boldt Castle and Yacht House
1 Heart Island
91 recommandé par les habitants
Please note this is an island, it can only be visited by boat. 1 Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Thursday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Friday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Saturday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM Sunday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM
Scenic property with wine tastings, a barn, a large gift market & seasonal family-friendly events. 43298 Seaway Ave, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Monday 10 AM–8 PM Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM Thursday 10 AM–8 PM Friday 10 AM–8 PM Saturday 10 AM–8 PM Sunday 10 AM–8 PM
24 recommandé par les habitants
Thousand Islands Winery
43298 Seaway Ave
24 recommandé par les habitants
Scenic property with wine tastings, a barn, a large gift market & seasonal family-friendly events. 43298 Seaway Ave, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Monday 10 AM–8 PM Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM Thursday 10 AM–8 PM Friday 10 AM–8 PM Saturday 10 AM–8 PM Sunday 10 AM–8 PM
A great scuba diving and fishing location from shore! River Dr, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Always open no hours.
Wreck Of The Islander
River Drive
A great scuba diving and fishing location from shore! River Dr, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Always open no hours.
A lovely park for a picnic. It is quite small, so it wont take up a lot of time. The beach is located right next to this location and there is a pavilion. 8 Fuller St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Daily 8am-9pm
Scenic View Park
8 Fuller St
A lovely park for a picnic. It is quite small, so it wont take up a lot of time. The beach is located right next to this location and there is a pavilion. 8 Fuller St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Daily 8am-9pm

City/town information

lexandria Bay is located in the beautiful 1000 Islands of Northern New York. Amidst the gentle waters of the St. Lawrence Seaway there is a place like no other: Alexandria Bay, New York. The waters guide you to a place of year-round beauty—a sportsman’s and boater’s paradise. Of the 1,864 islands that dot the St. Lawrence River and comprise the spectacular 1000 Island Region, many of the most amazing islands can be found in, and surrounding, Alexandria Bay. Alexandria Bay and its surrounding areas have always been a location noted for its beauty, vast resources, and spiritual being. Long before Europeans settled the area, the Iroquois and Algonquin Indians spent their summer months fishing and hunting here. Lore has it that Manitou said to the Indians: “I will give you paradise, if you stop fighting”. According to legend, the Indians did not stop fighting so Manitou put paradise into a bag and threw it into the horizon. The bag broke apart and a thousand pieces fell down into the St. Lawrence River, creating the Thousand Islands. During the American Revolution, James LeRay, better known as James Donation LeRay du Chaumont, provided goods and services to the American forces. In the early 1800’s, James LeRay, purchased most of what is today Jefferson County. Many of its small towns, rivers, and lakes are named after members of his immediate family. After the War of 1812, Colonel Elisha Camp, received ownership of the American Islands. In 1845, he in turn sold the islands to Azariah Walton for the sum of $3000. The land purchased extended from the northwest part of Wellesley Island and all the islands from Round Island in Clayton to Morristown 35 miles away. Walton joined Andrew Cornwall and together brought Alexandria Bay to a prominent position in the upcoming decades. The first island to be sold was “Manhattan Island” for the sum of $40. Shortly after the Civil War, the popularity of the Islands increased with the improved transportation system. Wealthy sportsmen and gentlemen from leading US cities inquired into purchasing islands from private use. The social era of Alexandria Bay began when George Pullman invited General Grant (then running for President of the United States) to visit his Island home. The press traveling with General Grant wrote articles in the leading US city papers that sparked an interest that resulted in the explosion of recreation in the Alexandria Bay area. Among the list of wealthy gentlemen who purchased islands are Dr. JG Holland, editor of Scribner’s magazine (also started the first library in Alexandria Bay; now the site of the Chamber of Commerce building); Abraham Abraham & Nathan Straus, head of Macy’s Department store; George Pullman of the Pullman sleeping car fame; Charles Emery, an American tobacco executive; Commodore Frederick Bourne, Singer Sewing Machine Co; and George Boldt, proprietor of the Waldorf Hotel. The 18th Amendment to the Constitution (Prohibition) created a lucrative business in the 1000 Islands area. While little information is available, stories have been handed down over the generations regarding local captains who knew the St. Lawrence River and its many inlets, making the trip between the US and Canadian borders to bring back sacks full of alcohol. If the law got to close, the sacks were easy to throw over the side. Divers today who visit the area, can still find bottles at the bottom of the St. Lawrence River.
54 recommandé par les habitants
Alexandria Bay
54 recommandé par les habitants
lexandria Bay is located in the beautiful 1000 Islands of Northern New York. Amidst the gentle waters of the St. Lawrence Seaway there is a place like no other: Alexandria Bay, New York. The waters guide you to a place of year-round beauty—a sportsman’s and boater’s paradise. Of the 1,864 islands that dot the St. Lawrence River and comprise the spectacular 1000 Island Region, many of the most amazing islands can be found in, and surrounding, Alexandria Bay. Alexandria Bay and its surrounding areas have always been a location noted for its beauty, vast resources, and spiritual being. Long before Europeans settled the area, the Iroquois and Algonquin Indians spent their summer months fishing and hunting here. Lore has it that Manitou said to the Indians: “I will give you paradise, if you stop fighting”. According to legend, the Indians did not stop fighting so Manitou put paradise into a bag and threw it into the horizon. The bag broke apart and a thousand pieces fell down into the St. Lawrence River, creating the Thousand Islands. During the American Revolution, James LeRay, better known as James Donation LeRay du Chaumont, provided goods and services to the American forces. In the early 1800’s, James LeRay, purchased most of what is today Jefferson County. Many of its small towns, rivers, and lakes are named after members of his immediate family. After the War of 1812, Colonel Elisha Camp, received ownership of the American Islands. In 1845, he in turn sold the islands to Azariah Walton for the sum of $3000. The land purchased extended from the northwest part of Wellesley Island and all the islands from Round Island in Clayton to Morristown 35 miles away. Walton joined Andrew Cornwall and together brought Alexandria Bay to a prominent position in the upcoming decades. The first island to be sold was “Manhattan Island” for the sum of $40. Shortly after the Civil War, the popularity of the Islands increased with the improved transportation system. Wealthy sportsmen and gentlemen from leading US cities inquired into purchasing islands from private use. The social era of Alexandria Bay began when George Pullman invited General Grant (then running for President of the United States) to visit his Island home. The press traveling with General Grant wrote articles in the leading US city papers that sparked an interest that resulted in the explosion of recreation in the Alexandria Bay area. Among the list of wealthy gentlemen who purchased islands are Dr. JG Holland, editor of Scribner’s magazine (also started the first library in Alexandria Bay; now the site of the Chamber of Commerce building); Abraham Abraham & Nathan Straus, head of Macy’s Department store; George Pullman of the Pullman sleeping car fame; Charles Emery, an American tobacco executive; Commodore Frederick Bourne, Singer Sewing Machine Co; and George Boldt, proprietor of the Waldorf Hotel. The 18th Amendment to the Constitution (Prohibition) created a lucrative business in the 1000 Islands area. While little information is available, stories have been handed down over the generations regarding local captains who knew the St. Lawrence River and its many inlets, making the trip between the US and Canadian borders to bring back sacks full of alcohol. If the law got to close, the sacks were easy to throw over the side. Divers today who visit the area, can still find bottles at the bottom of the St. Lawrence River.
The local grocery store. 43615 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Monday 6 AM–12 AM Tuesday 6 AM–12 AM Wednesday 6 AM–12 AM Thursday 6 AM–12 AM Friday 6 AM–12 AM Saturday 6 AM–12 AM Sunday 6 AM–12 AM
18 recommandé par les habitants
Price Chopper
43615 NY-12
18 recommandé par les habitants
The local grocery store. 43615 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Monday 6 AM–12 AM Tuesday 6 AM–12 AM Wednesday 6 AM–12 AM Thursday 6 AM–12 AM Friday 6 AM–12 AM Saturday 6 AM–12 AM Sunday 6 AM–12 AM

Things to do!

Local boat rental to best enjoy the islands! 69 Anthony St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 8 AM–5 PM Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM Thursday 8 AM–5 PM Friday 8 AM–5 PM Saturday 8 AM–5 PM Sunday 8 AM–5 PM
Mac's Boat Rentals
69 Washington St
Local boat rental to best enjoy the islands! 69 Anthony St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 8 AM–5 PM Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM Thursday 8 AM–5 PM Friday 8 AM–5 PM Saturday 8 AM–5 PM Sunday 8 AM–5 PM
A great local shop dive shop and charter boat. 40782 NY-12, Clayton, NY 13624 Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday 9 AM–5 PM Sunday 9 AM–5 PM
Hunts Dive Shop
A great local shop dive shop and charter boat. 40782 NY-12, Clayton, NY 13624 Hours: Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday Closed Saturday 9 AM–5 PM Sunday 9 AM–5 PM
What could be more fun! 43772 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 10 AM–9 PM Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM Thursday 10 AM–9 PM Friday 10 AM–9 PM Saturday 10 AM–9 PM Sunday 10 AM–9 PM
9 recommandé par les habitants
Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts
43772 NY-12
9 recommandé par les habitants
What could be more fun! 43772 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 10 AM–9 PM Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM Thursday 10 AM–9 PM Friday 10 AM–9 PM Saturday 10 AM–9 PM Sunday 10 AM–9 PM
A great Place for sight seeing, swimming as well as endless hiking possibilities. Can definitely spend a whole day here.
15 recommandé par les habitants
Wellesley Island State Park
44927 Cross Island Rd
15 recommandé par les habitants
A great Place for sight seeing, swimming as well as endless hiking possibilities. Can definitely spend a whole day here.
Mini golf, and arcade. Great for the kids!. 40168 NY-12, Clayton, NY 13624 Hours: Monday 10 AM–9:30 PM Tuesday 10 AM–9:30 PM Wednesday 10 AM–9:30 PM Thursday 10 AM–9:30 PM Friday 10 AM–9:30 PM Saturday 10 AM–9:30 PM Sunday 10 AM–9:30 PM
11 recommandé par les habitants
River Golf Adventures
40168 NY-12
11 recommandé par les habitants
Mini golf, and arcade. Great for the kids!. 40168 NY-12, Clayton, NY 13624 Hours: Monday 10 AM–9:30 PM Tuesday 10 AM–9:30 PM Wednesday 10 AM–9:30 PM Thursday 10 AM–9:30 PM Friday 10 AM–9:30 PM Saturday 10 AM–9:30 PM Sunday 10 AM–9:30 PM
During the season they have a full size olympic pool with a slide. Campgrounds as well as a dock, and lots of scenic river views. 45165 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
7 recommandé par les habitants
Keewaydin State Park
45165 NY-12
7 recommandé par les habitants
During the season they have a full size olympic pool with a slide. Campgrounds as well as a dock, and lots of scenic river views. 45165 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Great location for Kayak, SUP, canoe rental. 28 Otter St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 8 AM–8 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8 AM–4 PM Thursday 8 AM–4 PM Friday 8 AM–8 PM Saturday 8 AM–8 PM Sunday 8 AM–8 PM
Otter Creek Outfitter
Great location for Kayak, SUP, canoe rental. 28 Otter St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Hours: Monday 8 AM–8 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8 AM–4 PM Thursday 8 AM–4 PM Friday 8 AM–8 PM Saturday 8 AM–8 PM Sunday 8 AM–8 PM
A nice boat launch, store, RV camp ground. Offering boat rentals of all kinds. 43615 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Open 8-8 daily
Swan Bay Resort & Marina
43615 NY-12
A nice boat launch, store, RV camp ground. Offering boat rentals of all kinds. 43615 NY-12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Open 8-8 daily

Conseils aux voyageurs

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World class attractions

Some of the best ice fishing in the world in the winter, and the best scuba diving in the summer!
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If you didn't know Alexandria Bay is only a 15 minute ride to Canada.