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, Canyon Creek - Niagara Falls (6380 Fallsview Blvd. Fallsview Casino) and Tide & Vine (3491 Portage Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Flour Mill Restaurant (6080 Fallsview Blvd) and Napoli Ristorante and Pizzeria (5485 Ferry St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Niagara Falls.

When to visit Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls in January
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara Falls in January
Estimated hotel price
$168
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 25h 56m.

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 $89 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $75 for a 4h 35m trip. 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, Ontario Northland and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 300 miles and will cost you around $103. From Sudbury, the ticket costs about $65 for a journey of 335 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 25h 56m.

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 $89 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $75 for a 4h 35m trip. 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, Ontario Northland and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Niagara Falls takes 300 miles and will cost you around $103. From Sudbury, the ticket costs about $65 for a journey of 335 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

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,544 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,494 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,038 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,005 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,997 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,400 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,392 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,284 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,553 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,234 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,045 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,391 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara Falls

Average rates range from around $213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $192 and up for a 5-star experience. 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 $40 to $1,755 per night. Fallsview is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Niagara Falls are about 64% 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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Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$271+
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Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$218+
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Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$197+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$259+
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The Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$145+
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Hiring a car in Niagara Falls

Expect to pay $1.94 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 $23.26 and $31.01. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Niagara Falls, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.94 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 $23.26 and $31.01. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Niagara Falls, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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