Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$134
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 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

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 05m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 31 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Turo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Red Arrow, Bus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 185 miles and will cost you around $41. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

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 05m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 31 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Turo and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Red Arrow, Bus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 185 miles and will cost you around $41. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Average rates range from around $246 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $297 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with prices from $82 to $791 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Niagara-on-the-Lake are about 149% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Niagara-on-the-Lake by neighborhood

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, 755 reviews)
$401+
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White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1186 reviews)
$190+
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Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1152 reviews)
$144+
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Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1792 reviews)
$276+
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Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1353 reviews)
$158+
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Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1112 reviews)
$344+
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Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

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