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
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara Falls in March
Estimated hotel price
$166
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

When flying to Niagara Falls, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 18h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 42 miles from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Ace and Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Plane

When flying to Niagara Falls, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 18h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 42 miles from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Ace and Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

Lufthansa
Good (8,023 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,521 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,997 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,440 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,395 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,591 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,573 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,788 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,078 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,258 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,408 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 $56 to $928 per night. Fallsview is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Niagara Falls are about 133% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara Falls

Most booked hotels in Niagara Falls

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Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$289+
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Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$216+
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Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$279+
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Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$332+
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Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$267+
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Quality Hotel Fallsview Cascade
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$132+
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Hiring a car in Niagara Falls

Expect to pay $2.67 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 $31.99 and $42.66. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.67 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 $31.99 and $42.66. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.