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
$224
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$224
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 Wellington and takes around 22h 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 London takes 2h 49m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $87 for a 3h 46m 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 Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 201 km and will cost you around $27. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 435 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 Wellington and takes around 22h 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 London takes 2h 49m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $87 for a 3h 46m 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 Dollar, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including FlixBus, Bus and Red Arrow. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 201 km and will cost you around $27. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

From 5-star hotels such as the White Oaks Conference & 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 $381 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $438 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with prices from $139 to $2,156 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 111% 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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White Oaks Conference & Resort Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$290+
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Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$499+
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Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$539+
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Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$191+
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Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$231+
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Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$501+
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Hiring a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $2.05 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 $24.51 and $32.68.

Expect to pay $2.05 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 $24.51 and $32.68.

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