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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 172
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 domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Winnipeg and takes around 2h 25m.

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 Kingston takes 2h 22m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about C$ 42 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 45. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 38 for a journey of 241 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 domestic flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake departs from Winnipeg and takes around 2h 25m.

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 Kingston takes 2h 22m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about C$ 42 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 50 km from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Hertz, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and OurBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 45. From Kingston, the ticket costs about C$ 38 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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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 Orchid Inn and Ginger Restaurant, Niagara-on-the-Lake offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 310 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 417 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake

Most booked hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake

White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 250+
Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 176+
Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 210+
Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 316+
Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 312+
Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 406+

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 50 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre 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 C$ 22.66 and C$ 30.22.

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake costs C$ 50 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre 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 C$ 22.66 and C$ 30.22.