Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 March
Estimated hotel price
$223
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in March
Estimated hotel price
$223
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 49 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 10m.

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 Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $67 for a 4h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 443 km and will cost you around $91. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 480 km.

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 49 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 10m.

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 Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $67 for a 4h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Ontario Northland and Bus. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 443 km and will cost you around $91. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 480 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,892 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,853 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,298 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,384 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,913 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,894 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,189 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
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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 $361 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $400 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with prices from $53 to $1,306 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Niagara-on-the-Lake are about 81% 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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Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$171+
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White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$240+
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124 on Queen Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$345+
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Tower Hotel at Fallsview
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$282+
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Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$314+
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Hiring a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $2.55 per litre in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $30.52 and $40.69.

Expect to pay $2.55 per litre in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $30.52 and $40.69.