Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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, Oaklands at The Riverbend Inn (249 John St E) and Aura on The Lake (233 King St) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 198
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 Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Ottawa takes 3h 53m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 58m 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 Ace and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 274 km and will cost you around C$ 25. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 72 for a journey of 443 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 Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Ottawa takes 3h 53m and costs around C$ 55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about C$ 55 for a 4h 58m 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 Ace and Zoom Rent A Car, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 274 km and will cost you around C$ 25. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about C$ 72 for a journey of 443 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Cathay Pacific
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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 Green Oaks B&B, Niagara-on-the-Lake offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 282 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 332 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with prices from C$ 42 to C$ 1,094 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Niagara-on-the-Lake are about 81% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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

Most booked hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Harbour House
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 307+
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Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 139+
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White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 194+
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124 on Queen Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 286+
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Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 137+
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Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 223+
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Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 73 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

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.

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 73 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

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.