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
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$133
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 New York and takes around 1h 39m.

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 04m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 10m 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 Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 130 miles and will cost you around $17. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 220 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 New York and takes around 1h 39m.

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 04m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 10m 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 Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 130 miles and will cost you around $17. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Average rates range from around $228 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $283 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, 1035 reviews)
$189+
Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1073 reviews)
$137+
Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 938 reviews)
$165+
Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1230 reviews)
$216+
Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1137 reviews)
$197+
Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 522 reviews)
$264+

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $5.22 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 $62.69 and $83.58. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Niagara-on-the-Lake, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $5.22 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 $62.69 and $83.58. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Niagara-on-the-Lake, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.