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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Niagara Falls has to offer.

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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 January
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara Falls in January
Estimated hotel price
$171
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 65 km from Niagara Falls. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 34h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara Falls, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara Falls to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $69 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $69 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Niagara Falls is called Niagara Falls, and is located 2.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 67 km from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara Falls, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 314 km and will cost you around $42. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $94 for a journey of 443 km. The most popular bus station is Niagara Falls Casino Niagara, located 1.0 km from the city centre of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls Fallsview Casino is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Niagara Falls doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 65 km from Niagara Falls. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 34h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara Falls, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara Falls to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around $69 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $69 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Niagara Falls is called Niagara Falls, and is located 2.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 67 km from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara Falls, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 314 km and will cost you around $42. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $94 for a journey of 443 km. The most popular bus station is Niagara Falls Casino Niagara, located 1.0 km from the city centre of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls Fallsview Casino is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Airports near Niagara Falls

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,803 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,759 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,236 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,233 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,342 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,528 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,697 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,739 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,413 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,178 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,937 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 $50 to $1,106 per night. Fallsview is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Niagara Falls are about 90% 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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Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$172+
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Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$204+
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Howard Johnson Plaza by Wyndham by the Falls / Niagara Falls
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$99+
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Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$272+
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Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$166+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$259+
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Hiring a car in Niagara Falls

Expect to pay $1.95 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 $23.29 and $31.05. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 36% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.95 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 $23.29 and $31.05. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 36% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.