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, Backhouse (242 Mary Street) and Grill on King (233 King Street) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 173
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 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Halifax and takes around 2h 24m.

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 London takes 2h 12m and costs around C$ 41 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 Economy Rent a Car and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 130 miles and will cost you around C$ 45. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 59 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Halifax and takes around 2h 24m.

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 London takes 2h 12m and costs around C$ 41 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 Economy Rent a Car and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 130 miles and will cost you around C$ 45. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 59 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,500 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,609 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,802 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

From 5-star hotels such as the White Oaks Resort & Spa to great affordable options like the Orchid Inn and Ginger Restaurant, Niagara-on-the-Lake offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 293 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 331 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$ 249+
Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 163+
Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 238+
Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 315+
Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 272+
Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 336+

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 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$ 23.58 and C$ 31.44. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.97 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$ 23.58 and C$ 31.44. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.