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$ 195
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 195
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Plane

When flying to Niagara-on-the-Lake, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 10 km from the city centre The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 40m.

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 Windsor takes 4h 10m and costs around C$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 66 for a 4h 15m 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 Turo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 52. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 31 for a journey of 307 km.

Plane

When flying to Niagara-on-the-Lake, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 10 km from the city centre The shortest domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Thunder Bay and takes around 1h 40m.

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 Windsor takes 4h 10m and costs around C$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about C$ 66 for a 4h 15m 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 Turo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 52. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 31 for a journey of 307 km.

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (7,989 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,969 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,772 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,326 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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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$ 309 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 395 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$ 1,281 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 95% 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$ 253+
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White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 212+
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Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 155+
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Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 156+
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Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 271+
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Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 294+
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Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 64 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.11 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$ 25.28 and C$ 33.70.

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 64 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.11 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$ 25.28 and C$ 33.70.