Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Niagara Falls travel guide

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You're Going to Love Niagara Falls

With a population of 82,000, Niagara Falls is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Niagara Falls deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Niagara Falls

Fallsview is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Niagara Falls. These include popular favourites such as 21 Club - Fallsview Casino (6380 Fallsview Blvd), Corso: Endless Family-Style Italian (6361 Fallsview Blvd) and Table Rock House Restaurant (6650 Niagara Parkway). If you’re looking for affordable options, Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse - Niagara Falls (6361 Fallsview Blvd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Niagara Falls Courtyard (5950 Victoria Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls in March
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara Falls in March
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Niagara Falls in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 102 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Niagara Falls, with an average rainfall of 64 mm.

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How to Get to Niagara Falls

Plane

Although Niagara Falls doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 40 miles from Niagara Falls. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 35m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara Falls, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Niagara Falls is called Niagara Falls, and is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara Falls, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From London, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 140 miles and will cost you around $29. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $87 for a journey of 275 miles. The most popular bus station is Niagara Falls Casino Niagara, located 0.6 miles from the city centre of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls Fallsview Casino is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Niagara Falls doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 40 miles from Niagara Falls. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 35m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara Falls, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Niagara Falls is called Niagara Falls, and is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara Falls, including FlixBus, Bus and Greyhound. From London, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 140 miles and will cost you around $29. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $87 for a journey of 275 miles. The most popular bus station is Niagara Falls Casino Niagara, located 0.6 miles from the city centre of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls Fallsview Casino is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Niagara Falls

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,867 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,819 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,326 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,276 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,153 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,552 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,477 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,838 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,176 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,229 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara Falls

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Rex Motel At Niagara Falls and Falls Lodge by the Falls. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Niagara Falls, with prices from $55 to $1,134 per night. Fallsview is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Niagara Falls are about 102% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara Falls

Most booked hotels in Niagara Falls

Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$160+
Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$175+
Howard Johnson Plaza by Wyndham by the Falls / Niagara Falls
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$99+
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$225+
Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$284+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$279+

Hiring a car in Niagara Falls

Expect to pay $2.34 per litre in Niagara Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.00 and $37.33. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Dodge Durango or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.34 per litre in Niagara Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $28.00 and $37.33. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Dodge Durango or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.