Niagara-on-the-Lake travel guide

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Niagara-on-the-Lake is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Niagara-on-the-Lake to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Niagara-on-the-Lake

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ravine Vineyard Winery Restaurant (1366 York Road) and CAMM-ROYAL Niagara Tapas Bar and Restaurant (1339 Lakeshore Rd RR 3) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 172
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 49 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Québec City and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by UP Express. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Burlington takes 0h 39m and costs around C$ 21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Bus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 45. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 72 for a journey of 241 km.

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 49 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Québec City and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by UP Express. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Burlington takes 0h 39m and costs around C$ 21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Bus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 45. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 72 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Average rates range from around C$ 285 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 332 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake

Most booked hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake

White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 240+
Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 190+
Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 204+
Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 344+
Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 295+
Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 319+

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 22.64 and C$ 30.18.

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 22.64 and C$ 30.18.