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, Ravine Vineyard Winery Restaurant (1366 York Road) and CAMM-ROYAL Niagara Tapas Bar and Restaurant (1339 Lakeshore Rd RR 3) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$221
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$221
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 26h 40m.

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 25m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 35m 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 Alamo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Red Arrow, FlixBus and Rider Express. From Kingston, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 233 km and will cost you around $72. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 266 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 26h 40m.

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 25m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 35m 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 Alamo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Red Arrow, FlixBus and Rider Express. From Kingston, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 233 km and will cost you around $72. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
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Etihad Airways
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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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 $408 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $496 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with prices from $133 to $1,303 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 153% 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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124 on Queen Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$664+
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White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$316+
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Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$246+
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Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$526+
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Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$260+
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Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$647+
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Hiring a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $2.00 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 $23.92 and $31.89. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.00 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 $23.92 and $31.89. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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