Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 neighborhood with the most restaurants in Niagara Falls. These include popular favorites such as Vittorio's Italian Eatery (6380 Fallsview Blvd), Copacabana Brazilian Steak House - Niagara Falls (6671 Fallsview Blvd) and Remingtons of Niagara (5657 Victoria Ave). If you’re looking for affordable options, Morton's Grille - Niagara Falls (6740 Fallsview Blvd) and Taco N Tequila (6405 Stanley Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls in December
Estimated package price
$79
2 travelers
Flight to Niagara Falls
3 nights at hotel
Niagara Falls in December
Estimated package price
$79
2 travelers
Flight to Niagara Falls
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Niagara Falls in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Niagara Falls, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Niagara Falls

Plane

When flying to Niagara Falls, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 42 miles from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Plane

When flying to Niagara Falls, you’ll arrive at St Catharines (YCM), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Niagara Falls from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara Falls is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 42 miles from Niagara Falls. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

Lufthansa
Good (8,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,183 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,481 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,048 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,516 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,110 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,959 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,514 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,507 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara Falls

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Falls Lodge by the Falls and Super 8 by Wyndham Niagara Falls by the Falls. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Niagara Falls, with prices from $33 to $1,110 per night. Fallsview is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Niagara Falls are about 95% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Niagara Falls by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara Falls

Most booked hotels in Niagara Falls

Capri Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1114 reviews)
$90+
The Tower Hotel Fallsview
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4189 reviews)
$107+
Hampton Inn by Hilton St. Catharines Niagara
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 646 reviews)
$129+
Holiday Inn & Suites St. Catharines Conf Ctr By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 115 reviews)
$122+
Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls
4 stars
Excellent (8, 4459 reviews)
$158+
Comfort Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 871 reviews)
$96+

Renting a car in Niagara Falls

Renting a car in Niagara Falls costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.49 per gallon in Niagara Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Niagara Falls costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.49 per gallon in Niagara Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $65.87 and $87.82. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.