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 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, Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse - Niagara Falls (6361 Fallsview Blvd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Niagara Falls Courtyard (5950 Victoria Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls in February
Estimated package price
$87
2 travelers
Flight to Niagara Falls
3 nights at hotel
Niagara Falls in February
Estimated package price
$87
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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

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 Fox, 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

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 Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Airlines serving Niagara Falls

Lufthansa
Good (8,025 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,521 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,429 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,396 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,957 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,218 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,591 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,749 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (920 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,790 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,083 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,344 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,441 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,259 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 Rodeway Inn Fallsview. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Niagara Falls, with prices from $33 to $543 per night. Fallsview is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Niagara Falls are about 94% 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

Sterling Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 3016 reviews)
$169+
Capri Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1084 reviews)
$76+
Fallsview Tower Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4042 reviews)
$130+
Staybridge Suites Niagara-On-The-Lake By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 666 reviews)
$149+
Hampton Inn by Hilton St. Catharines Niagara
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 637 reviews)
$131+
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4918 reviews)
$168+

Renting a car in Niagara Falls

Renting a car in Niagara Falls costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 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, 17% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.91 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 $70.86 and $94.48. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Niagara Falls costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 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, 17% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.

Expect to pay $5.91 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 $70.86 and $94.48. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara Falls is Compact (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.