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Welcome to Alexandria Bay
Alexandria 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.
Come & Experience A-Bay
America’s #1 Archipelago
Come Experience the Beauty
of the 1000 Islands
1000 Islands Best Boat Ride
Winners: Best Boat Ride
Chosen by readers of USA Today and 10Best
Top Bass Fishing Destination in USA
#1 in Top 100 Bass Fishing Destinations
in the United States
Explore. Eat. Stay.
Alexandria Bay is the perfect destination for couples, singles, groups, and families looking to have a good time and create lasting memories!
Attractions
The 1000 Islands Region is rich in history, sites, and attractions. Find out what there is to see.
Cruises & Tours
Alexandria Bay is known for its scenic boat tours of the Thousand Islands Region.
Restaurants
There are over thirty restaurants for your dining pleasure, from casual dining to elegant affairs.
Family Fun
There is plenty to do in A-Bay when traveling with your family. Find out what there is to do.
Fishing Charters
We are known for being one of the top destinations in the United States for freshwater fishing.
OutdoorS & NAture
The Bay offers year-round outdoor beauty with trails, parks, and our Downtown Riverwalk.
DISTILLERIES & WINERIES
We are home to some of the best Wineries and Distilleries that New York has to offer.
Shopping
A-Bay offers unique shopping experiences for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted items along with many jewelry, art, craft and specialty stores.
Sports & Recreation
Enjoy all the sport & recreation activities that we have to offer both on and off the water. Golfing, Skiing, watersports, boating and much more.
Upcoming Events
Year-round events such as our popular Halloween Festival, Christmas Tree Lighting, River Santa Festival, Pond Hockey Tournament, Polar Bear Dip and Easter Egg Hunt are also not to be missed! Find out what is happening in The Bay.
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Planning your Trip
Alexandria Bay is a place of year-round beauty and a traveler’s paradise. It’s no surprise USA Today Readers’ voted Alexandria Bay “Best U.S. Boat Ride” and Fox News Travel voted the Thousand Islands as “America’s #1 Archipelago.”
Get started with our Activity & Visitor Guide to Alexandria Bay. This handy guide contains everything you need to know from our History to local area attractions, community events, nature trails, boating and marina information, wedding and event info, travel information, and much more!
Accommodations
As the Resort Center of the Thousand Islands, Alexandria Bay boasts over 1,000 rooms in resorts, hotels, motels and bed & breakfasts, ranging from standard amenities to luxury accommodations.
Airports & Travel Time
Alexandria Bay is conveniently located near many international airports in both the United States and Canada.
Border & Immigration
Travel tips and suggestions on crossing the border by land or by boat plus links and phone numbers to important resources.
Group Bookings
Our picture-perfect destination can accommodate groups of nearly any size—from intimate affairs to large group settings for business, weddings, sporting events, and more.
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Transportation
Learn about a variety of transportation options for car rentals, taxis, charter buses, limousines, shuttles, boat rentals, and water-taxi services.